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Your cybersecurity. Our responsibility.
Every organization wants the best cyber defenses, but very few have all the skilled resources to deliver them. With Cybersecurity as a Service for AWS (https://soph.so/caas ) we deliver world-leading protection for you or with you. All Sophos product and services offerings can be tailored to the exact needs of your organization's security program. Our integrated cybersecurity products automatically stop 99.98% of threats before they can run, while our threat hunting and neutralization experts monitor your environment 24/7, shutting down even the most advanced attacks on your behalf. Learn more about our services integration with AWS here: https://soph.so/awsmtp .
Sophos cloud products include:
- Cloud Security Posture Management: Sophos Cloud Optix continuously scans cloud environments to identify assets, assess their security and compliance settings, and identify malicious activity that may lead to data breaches - enabling you to quickly remediate misconfigurations and respond to threats. It integrates with AWS GuardDuty and SecurityHub and provides agentless malware scanning for the S3 storage service. Learn more: https://soph.so/cloud_optix
- Cloud Workload Protection: Sophos agents protect Windows and Linux hosts running in the cloud against modern threats, including ransomware. Learn more: https://soph.so/cwp
- Cloud Edge Firewall: Sophos Firewalls provide network visibility, protection, and response across public, private, and hybrid cloud environments. With cloud native, virtual, and physical appliances, Sophos Firewalls protect networks of any kind. Learn more: https://soph.so/ngfw
- Endpoint Protection: Sophos Endpoint agents protect your users against everything from common malware to advanced fileless threats and ransomware. Learn more: https://soph.so/endpoint
- Managed Detection and Response Service: Sophos MDR is the world's most trusted MDR service. Analysts leverage telemetry from AWS together with your endpoint, firewall, network, email, and identity solutions to accelerate threat detection, investigation and response across your full environment. Learn more: https://soph.so/mdr
Designed with SMB organizations in mind, Cybersecurity as a Service provides:
- Affordable threat protection: enterprise-grade cybersecurity that's cost effective for small businesses. Learn more: https://soph.so/smb
- An instant Security Operations Center: Managed by you, by us, or together. Simple, one-time installation gets you up and running in minutes.
- World-class cybersecurity defenses: Technology that works with hybrid cloud environments. From endpoint and network security to email and cloud, we have you covered.
- An expert team of cybersecurity professionals: Available 24/7/365. Our AI, malware and security operations specialists work together to constantly improve protection and help customers respond to incidents and breaches.
- A free intuitive cloud-based security platform: Sophos Central allows you to manage all your defenses in one place for maximum efficiency and cross-estate coordination. Providing simple management and reporting, Sophos Central also includes Threat Analysis tools for customers that operate their own security operations teams. Learn more: https://soph.so/sophos-central
Sophos provides a wide range of security solutions to protect users, networks, and cloud environments. To view all products please visit our Sophos Central listing page - https://soph.so/sophos-central .
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Highlights
- 24/7 Managed Detection and Response across Sophos and 3rd party products. Sophos MDR provides the most comprehensive native security integrations on the market, bringing together signals from endpoint, workload, network, email, cloud and mobile solutions. Learn more: https://soph.so/mdr
- Cloud native and hybrid cloud cybersecurity products provide protection for customers migrating to and in the cloud. Learn more: https://soph.so/cns
- A free cloud based unified management platform that centralizes reporting and configuration for all Sophos products and cybersecurity tools. Sophos Central facilitates sharing of real time threats, health and security information between Sophos products and enables automatic response actions to contain and eradicate threats. Learn more: https://soph.so/sophos-central
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Dimension | Description | Cost/12 months |
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Cloud Workload MDR | Managed Detection Response for server OS with XDR tools | $390.72 |
Cloud Optix Advanced | Agentless CSPM for AWS, K8s | $140.04 |
Cloud Edge Firewall | Firewall/IPS/Web/WAF/Sandbox: Price per Firewall includes all features | $3,424.00 |
Sophos MDR - Endpoint | Managed Detection Response for user workstations including XDR tools | $239.64 |
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24x7 threat detection has reduced ransomware risk and now keeps our security operations efficient
What is our primary use case?
What is most valuable?
The best feature of Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service is the MDR and an adaptive AI platform.
Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service's MDR and AI platform have helped us catch threats faster and more accurately. A real example was when the MDR contained a malicious script overnight, preventing a wider breach. The AI also blocked phishing attempts before users saw them. Beyond that, proactive hunting and open ecosystem integration made the service even more valuable.
Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service has had a significant positive impact on our organization because the 24/7 MDR coverage means threats are contained even overnight, and the AI platform gives us visibility we did not have before. It reduced our team's overload, sped up response time, and improved business continuity. Overall, it has made security operations more efficient and reliable.
What needs improvement?
While Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service has been very effective, I would like to see more customizable reports that are perhaps more intuitive or easier for the different departments.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service for around two years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service is very stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service is very scalable.
How are customer service and support?
I find Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service's customer support helpful and fast.
What was our ROI?
Response times have improved dramatically with Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service. Incidents that used to take hours now often get resolved in under an hour. Overnight containment has eliminated downtime from late-night breaches, and ransomware attempts have been stopped before they spread. Overall, it has saved us dozens of staff hours each week and keeps business operations running smoothly.
What other advice do I have?
My advice to others looking into using Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service is to lean on MDR for 24/7 coverage and integrate Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service into your existing workflow instead of replacing tools. Start with sandbox analytics to see its value quickly and balance AI output with human oversight. Plan ahead for reporting and integration needs, and you will get the most out of the service.
Regarding Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service's AI capabilities, I think its governance and security are solid. The explainable reports and privacy safeguards give us confidence in compliance audits. Sandbox analysis reliably uncovers threats, but human analyst validation ensures accuracy. Though reporting customization could be improved, overall, it is a trustworthy balance of AI power and responsible governance.
I have found Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service's AI output to be accurate and reliable. Sandbox reports consistently give us clarity, and automated enrichment makes alerts actionable right away. I would rate this review an 8 out of 10.
Automated threat response has reduced breaches and frees our team to focus on strategic work
What is our primary use case?
Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service protects our cloud workloads and endpoints from ransomware and phishing. The managed service constantly monitors for threats so we don't need a large in-house security team. It is especially useful during off-hours, since alerts and response are handled automatically, keeping our environment secure without gaps.
What is most valuable?
The best feature about Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service is threat response automation because suspicious activities are contained quickly without waiting for manual intervention, which reduces damage.
Threat response automation in Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service fits into our daily operation by cutting down reaction time. When suspicious activity is detected, the system automatically isolates affected endpoints, blocks malicious traffic, and alerts the managed team. For us, that means incidents are contained before they escalate, and we don't lose hours manually chasing threats.
It has impacted our organization very positively. The biggest improvement has been efficiency. The managed team handles alerts and incidents so our IT staff can focus on projects instead of constant monitoring. We have also seen cost savings by not needing to expand our in-house security team. Most importantly, resilience has improved. Ransomware attempts were contained quickly, giving us confidence that threats will not disrupt operations.
I have very concrete outcomes with Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service. For example, automated threat response saved our team an estimated ten to fifteen hours per month that they used to spend chasing alerts manually. By relying on the managed service instead of expanding our in-house staff, we avoided hiring at least one additional security analyst, resulting in cost savings. During the phishing incidents, containment was complete in under an hour, compared to the full day it used to take us before Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service.
What needs improvement?
There are a few areas where Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service could be improved. One area is dashboard usability, another is alert tuning, and another is reporting customization.
Alert tuning would help us focus on critical issues faster, reducing wasted time on minor notifications. More flexible report customizations would let us align outputs directly with compliance frameworks, making audits smoother.
For how long have I used the solution?
I rate my use of Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service as a nine.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I used Check Point Security Infinity Portal in the past. However, that solution is very high cost, and I needed to switch to Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service because it is better for me.
What other advice do I have?
We had a phishing attack attempt where several employees clicked a suspicious link. Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service immediately flagged the activity, isolated the affected endpoints, and blocked further spread. The managed team notified us quickly, and within the same day, everything was contained and cleaned, saving us from what could have been a major breach.
Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service really helps with day-to-day peace of mind. During patch cycles when vulnerabilities are at their highest, the managed service keeps monitoring and blocking exploit attempts automatically.
One small feature I would add is the centralized dashboard. Having all alerts, reports, and threat actions in one place makes daily monitoring much easier. I also appreciated the scalability. For example, new users or workloads inherit policies instantly.
Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service uses AI with strong governance and security controls, combining deep learning models with human oversight to ensure threats are detected, contained, and reported in a transparent, auditable way. This balance of automation and accountability makes its AI outputs trustworthy for compliance-driven organizations.
It delivers highly accurate and reliable AI outputs by combining deep learning models with human review, minimizing false positives while ensuring rapid detection of real threats. Overall, I find Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service to be very great and very fast. I rate the overall product experience as a nine.
Centralized monitoring has transformed incident response and now protects endpoints in real time
What is our primary use case?
My main use case for Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service is endpoint and network protection, ensuring that laptops, servers, and other devices and cloud workloads are monitored with Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service . I centralized threat detections and response, which is similar to a SOC.
A quick example of how I use Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service for endpoint and network protection in my day-to-day work occurred last week when Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service flagged unusual outbound traffic from one endpoint, and the automatic response isolated the device from the network so the suspicious activity did not spread. Peers often mention this kind of real-time containment as a daily benefit of using the service.
What is most valuable?
The best features that Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service offers include centralized threat monitoring and automatic response, which cut down manual efforts, along with strong endpoint protection and phishing detection that peers consistently highlight.
Centralized monitoring and automatic response have made things much easier for me and my team compared to what we used before. Previously, my team had to manually sift through logs and chase alerts across different tools, which was time-consuming and often delayed our reaction. Now with Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service, it consolidates everything in one dashboard and automatically isolates suspicious endpoints.
Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service has impacted my organization positively by streamlining how we handle threats and reducing downtime. Before, my teams spent a lot of time chasing alerts across different systems. Now, with the centralized monitoring and automatic response, incidents are contained quickly and consistently.
What needs improvement?
For improvement, I suggest dashboard flexibility, more customizable views, and reporting for different teams, along with alert precision for finer tuning to reduce false positives and noise.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service for around two years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service is very stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Scalability of Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service is very good, with no problems because the cybersecurity is in the cloud.
How are customer service and support?
For me, customer support has been very great.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
Previously, I used Check Point as a different solution.
What was our ROI?
I think the return on investment with Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service is primarily about the time saved for my team.
Since using Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service, I have seen measurable improvements such as faster incident response, fewer successful attacks, and significant efficiency gains for IT teams, with independent evaluations showing near-perfect detection rates and response times under two minutes, translating directly into saved hours and reduced risk.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing has been great, though I do not understand the licensing very well.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
Before choosing Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service, I did not evaluate other options.
What other advice do I have?
I would add that Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service has become part of my daily routine by simplifying endpoint checks and network monitoring, with alerts that are clear and actionable so I do not waste time chasing noise.
Regarding Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service's AI capabilities, I find it combines advanced AI with strict governance and layered security controls, ensuring both reliable detection and response and responsible use of automation.
Accuracy and reliability of Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service AI output is generally impressive, with independent evaluations showing high detection rates with threats identified quickly and consistently, which reduces the number of incidents that reach IT teams.
My advice for others looking into using Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service would be to evaluate automation, plan integration, and customize alerts. I rate this product an 8 overall.
Centralized monitoring has reduced alert fatigue and now blocks threats before they spread
What is our primary use case?
I use Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service for endpoint protection and threat detection across laptops and servers. Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service helps us centralize monitoring and respond faster without needing a big in-house SOC. Many peers highlight its value in reducing complexity while keeping coverage strong.
In my daily work, I use Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service to monitor endpoints and block suspicious activity in real-time. For example, when a phishing email slipped through, the service flagged the malicious attachment before it spread. Peers often mention this proactive detection as a key benefit in routine operations.
How has it helped my organization?
Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service has positively impacted us by reducing the time I spend chasing alerts and false positives. Since adopting Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service, I have seen faster incident resolutions and fewer disruptions to daily operations.
What is most valuable?
The best features Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service offers are the centralized threat monitor and automated response, which reduce manual workload.
The centralized threat monitor and automated response from Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service helped us stop a ransomware attempt quickly. The system isolated the affected endpoint before it could spread, saving us hours of manual work. Peers often mention that this automation reduces stress and lets teams focus on strategic tasks instead of firefighting.
What needs improvement?
One area for improvement in Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service would be the reporting dashboard, which sometimes feels limited compared to peers. I would like to see more granular analytics and customizable alerts. Reviews also mention the integration with third-party tools could be smoother.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service for around two years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service is very stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service is very scalable, which is beneficial for us.
How are customer service and support?
The customer support for Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service is great and excellent.
How was the initial setup?
My experience with the setup is great, but the pricing is unclear because I do not understand it completely.
What was our ROI?
I think about the time saved as a return on investment from Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service.
What other advice do I have?
The AI capabilities in Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service feel well-governed with clear policies on detection and response. It balances automation with transparency, so alerts do not feel confusing or opaque. Peers often note that this governance builds trust and ensures security decisions remain accountable.
The AI output from Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service has been accurate and reliable in our experience, catching real threats while minimizing false positives. For example, it flagged a suspicious script that turned out to be malicious, which peers also note as a common strength. Overall, the consistency of detection builds confidence in day-to-day operation.
I rate the customer support a nine on a scale of one to ten.
My advice is to clearly define your security needs before adopting Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service. It works best when you leverage its centralized monitor and automation response features fully. Peers often suggest starting with the endpoint protection and scaling gradually to avoid overwhelming your team. I rate this review an eight overall.
Advanced threat detection has strengthened our incident response and protected client operations
What is our primary use case?
Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service is our main solution to ensure secure operations as we build and connect more clients successfully, while also addressing our specific requirements. We have been using Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service , which provides many functionalities, including a taskbar that shows resource consumption from PCs, leading to good customer feedback. When Sophos resources are low, customers purchase more, recognizing it as a useful product.
We use mobile device management (MDM ) services, and customer feedback indicates that it works very well for their custom work apps, benefiting both us and them.
Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service is deployed in our organization for cloud security purposes. Currently, we are not utilizing any specific cloud provider; instead, we are using Sophos endpoint security.
What is most valuable?
The best feature that Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service offers is Sophos XDR .
Sophos XDR stands out as the best feature for us and our clients because of its ability to investigate issues like a MITRE attack, conduct live discovery, and perform root cause analysis to understand how attackers attempt to access PCs.
Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service has positively impacted our organization by being very beneficial for our business and serving as a valuable income source.
The AI capabilities within Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service are very good, as it effectively detects incidents and tracks how issues occurred, providing a high level of security for banking and other sectors.
Sophos AI proves to be very capable for us in terms of input and output; when it detects any anomaly or file path, we are able to investigate it utilizing Sophos AI, which is very useful for us.
What needs improvement?
Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service is continuously consuming more resources, which leads to slower PC performance, so reducing resource consumption would be better for both Sophos products and our sales.
Improving the resource consumption aspect would enhance Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service market presence.
If Sophos antivirus could reduce its resource consumption during scheduled scans, it would help address the PC slowness issue.
For how long have I used the solution?
We have been using Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service for at least 10 years since our company was established in 2016, and we are still using it currently.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service is stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The scalability of Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service is really great.
How are customer service and support?
Our customer support is excellent, with 24/7 availability, handling at least 15 calls per week to solve client issues.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
We did not use a different solution before opting for Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service; we have always focused on Sophos along with options like Palo Alto, Cortex XDR , and CrowdStrike.
What was our ROI?
We experience a return on investment from using Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service; for example, when we pre-configure it during installations for devices, it proves to be working well and saves time. I cannot provide specific monetary metrics since this is handled by our product team.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
We did not evaluate any other options before choosing Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service; our team has consistently used Sophos Cybersecurity engineering and has not switched to other services such as XDR or CrowdStrike.
What other advice do I have?
When advising others about using Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service, I emphasize that the main reason to choose Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service is its effective incident management; unlike other providers such as CrowdStrike, which have faced issues with server hacks and resource consumption, Sophos Cybersecurity as a Service has maintained a good reputation and is our best solution. I would rate this product a 9 overall.