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Protiviti Delivers Innovative Cybersecurity Offerings on Microsoft Security SolutionsMENLO PARK, Calif., June 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Global consulting firm Protiviti, a Microsoft® Gold Partner, launches new cybersecurity offerings to support organizations that have invested in Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Azure security solutions. The enterprise-grade, highly scalable solutions address the increasing need for enterprises to manage their cyber risks more effectively in the face of rapidly evolving digital technologies and business disruption, such as from the COVID-19 pandemic. Even before the global health crisis, companies faced increased cyber threats as the result of rapidly changing business needs, increased adoption of digital technologies, the need to respond more quickly to critical cyber events, and a shortage of cybersecurity talent. Today, the situation is even more dire, as shelter-in-place and lockdown orders have forced organizations to rapidly adapt their infrastructures to support increased remote access, introducing new vectors for cyberattacks. "As a Microsoft Gold Partner, we have demonstrated our commitment to Microsoft and the ability to deliver dynamic solutions across Microsoft 365, Azure, and Dynamics 365 platforms to large and middle market companies around the world," said Eric Winton, a Protiviti managing director and the firm's global Microsoft alliance leader. "Protiviti's unique holistic approach to cybersecurity combined with our deep expertise in Microsoft platforms enable us to provide complete solutions that help ensure our clients' systems and data are protected." Protiviti's cybersecurity offerings are designed to quickly increase the efficacy – and reduce the complexity – of managing enterprise cybersecurity threats through:
"Enterprises are facing unprecedented cyber risks stemming from rapid technology evolution and dramatic business disruption, and simply strengthening IT or cyber business controls is insufficient to effectively manage today's threats," said Terry Jost, a Protiviti managing director and leader of the firm's Managed Security Services. "Our new highly scalable cybersecurity managed services provide the consistent processes, sustainable operations and ongoing compliance that companies need to confidently manage cybersecurity threats and data protection." The business climate during the pandemic introduces critical next steps for managing technology invetments, which require ongoing sustainment and refinement as companies shape the new normal for business operations. These new solutions are designed to provide organization leadership teams with foundational stability to quickly address current business requirements, operational efficiencies and the changing needs of customers while also responsibly managing sturdy financials. "Companies worldwide look to Microsoft for technology to help solve their critical business needs, which are now heightened by the COVID-19 pandemic and associated cybersecurity threats," said Mandana Javaheri, global director, business development, Cybersecurity Solutions Group, Microsoft Corp. "Building on our collaboration with Protiviti, the combination of their consulting expertise and our advanced technology provides custom managed security solutions to effectively address our customers' cybersecurity – and business – risks." The new security offerings include: Microsoft Security Workshop Microsoft Azure Vulnerability Management
Microsoft Azure Sentinel Implementation Services
Protiviti delivers security monitoring on a global scale and works with each client to understand the key business assets that require real-time monitoring and alerting. Protiviti's Microsoft Security team provides scalable, secure Microsoft cloud management, advanced threat detection and security monitoring services. The team will also build and operate secure and performant Microsoft Azure infrastructure, across dedicated, mobile and personal devices. About Protiviti Named to the 2020 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list, Protiviti has served more than 60 percent of Fortune 1000 and 35 percent of Fortune Global 500 companies. The firm also works with smaller, growing companies, including those looking to go public, as well as with government agencies. Protiviti is a wholly owned subsidiary of Robert Half (NYSE: RHI). Founded in 1948, Robert Half is a member of the S&P 500 index. Protiviti is not licensed or registered as a public accounting firm and does not issue opinions on financial statements or offer attestation services. All trademarks are property of their respective owners. Editor's note: Protiviti photos available upon request. View original content to download multimedia:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/protiviti-delivers-innovative-cybersecurity-offerings-on-microsoft-security-solutions-301078882.html SOURCE Protiviti |