Optus and Devo launch 24/7 Managed Threat Monitoring Service in Australia

In an era where cyber threats are escalating at an alarming rate, Australian businesses are increasingly seeking advanced solutions to safeguard their digital assets. Understanding this pressing need, Optus has proudly announced a strategic partnership with Devo Technology, a global leader in security data analytics, to bring an innovative Managed Threat Monitoring Service to enterprise and mid-market customers across Australia.

This partnership marks a significant milestone for Optus, as it becomes the first Managed Service Provider (MSP) in the country to integrate Devo’s cutting-edge Security Data Platform into its service offerings. This collaboration underscores Optus’ commitment to delivering unparalleled cybersecurity solutions that provide real-time visibility and protection against potential and emerging network threats.

Elevating cybersecurity with real-time Analytics and AI

Optus’ new Managed Threat Monitoring Service is designed to offer around-the-clock protection by combining Devo’s advanced real-time analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), and intelligent automation with Optus’ robust network infrastructure. This service ensures that businesses can detect, investigate, and respond to potential threats swiftly and with precision.

The Australian Cyber Security Centre reported a 23% increase in cybercrime during the 2022-2023 financial year¹, highlighting the growing risk organisations face nationwide. In this challenging environment, Optus’ Managed Threat Monitoring Service provides a much-needed layer of defence, enabling businesses to stay ahead of the curve.

Danny Price, VP of Delivery, Enterprise and Business at Optus, emphasises the importance of this development: “We are excited to be partnering with Devo and their innovative technology to provide our enterprise customers with Optus’ Managed Threat Monitoring Service. It’s an incredible platform to add to our already strong security portfolio and supports the team of experts, who work around the clock here in Australia to provide the best care to Australia’s business community.”

A comprehensive security ecosystem

Optus’ Managed Threat Monitoring Service is not just another security tool; it represents a comprehensive investment in the company’s broader cybersecurity ecosystem. The service integrates several advanced technologies, including Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR), and User and Entity Behaviour Analytics (UEBA). By leveraging AI and machine learning (ML), the platform correlates and analyses data from various network-connected devices and global threat intelligence, ensuring that security operations are always a step ahead of potential threats.

In addition, the service is fully integrated with the Optus AI-enabled ITSM Nucleus platform, which allows for near real-time security alert management. The Security Operation Centre (SOC) team at Optus, available 24/7, can prioritise and respond to these alerts swiftly, deploying automated countermeasures as needed to protect customers’ networks.

Partnering for a secure future

Nicky Choo, Vice President of APAC at Devo, highlighted the importance of this partnership: “As the global threat landscape continues to expand at an unprecedented pace, it’s critical that organisations have the right technology, people, and processes in place to combat cybercrime and keep their businesses safe. By partnering with Optus, a leader in Managed Security Services in Australia, our shared customers can maximise the Devo Security Data Platform and have peace of mind knowing that a team of experts is dedicated to helping them achieve their security goals.”

With this new Managed Threat Monitoring Service, Optus continues to lead the way in cybersecurity innovation, offering Australian businesses the tools and expertise they need to stay secure in an increasingly complex digital world.

This partnership with Devo and the launch of the Managed Threat Monitoring Service are a testament to Optus’ dedication to providing top-tier security solutions that meet the evolving needs of businesses across Australia. As cyber threats become more sophisticated, Optus is committed to investing in the latest technologies to ensure that its customers remain protected, no matter the challenge.

Further information

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