Build or Partner with a SOC?
One of the most critical cybersecurity decisions a business must make is whether to build an in-house Security Operations Centre (SOC) or partner with a managed SOC provider. It’s not just about tools and infrastructure - it’s a strategic commitment that affects your security posture, efficiency, and budget.
The True Cost of Building Your Own SOC
Building your own SOC offers full control over your tools, your team, and your rules. But it’s far from simple. It requires significant upfront investment in cybersecurity talent, technology, infrastructure, and operations.
And that’s just the beginning. Ongoing operations demand:
- 24/7 monitoring and incident response
- Continuous tuning of detection and response tools
- Compliance with evolving security standards and certifications
- Recruiting and retaining skilled analysts
- Managing alert fatigue and false positives
For large enterprises with budgets and mature security teams, this may be feasible. But for SMBs or resource-constrained organisations, the financial and operational burden can be overwhelming. A fully staffed SOC can cost millions annually – and still fall short of the performance, scalability, and expertise offered by a trusted managed SOC provider.
TD SYNNEX and SonicWall
With a strong presence in Basingstoke and across Europe, TD SYNNEX combines global scale with local expertise, offering tailored support for UK&I SonicWall partners and adapting to regional needs.
TD SYNNEX is a Master Authorised Training Partner for SonicWall in Europe, through TD SYNNEX Academy.
Inspiration from an article by Suroop Chandran.
