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Patriot Consulting's New Offerings for Microsoft 365 Users

In an exciting announcement that has significant implications for Microsoft 365 E5 and E7 customers, Patriot Consulting has introduced a complimentary ISOC (Integrated Security Operations Center) Cost Evaluation. This evaluation is ideal for organizations preparing to adopt Microsoft Defender’s newly announced ISOC, which integrates Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) capabilities directly into the Microsoft Defender portal.

Understanding ISOC and Its Offerings

As companies increasingly rely on cloud solutions for their IT needs, the importance of security cannot be overstated. The ISOC brings enhanced capabilities to users of Microsoft 365 E5 and E7, beginning November 15, 2026, enabling organizations to better manage their security infrastructure. With 90 days of data retention for Defender and a newly introduced ingestion cost of $2.40 per GB for non-Microsoft data, businesses have a chance to streamline and economize their security efforts significantly.

Patriot Consulting has positioned itself as a pivotal partner for those looking to harness these benefits. Their detailed ISOC Cost Evaluation will carefully assess your organization's existing licensing agreements, log volumes, and tiering against the newly established retention and ingestion pricing frameworks. This service delivers a customized, tenant-specific recommendation for optimizing security operations through ISOC.

Rick Cox, President of Patriot Consulting, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, "We are thrilled to offer a complimentary ISOC assessment, delivering expert guidance for immediate deployment, with a guarantee to provide a quote in just 24 hours." This could potentially save businesses significant amounts by leveraging Microsoft funding and discounts.

Introducing MXDR365 Operations on ISOC

In addition to the ISOC Cost Evaluation, Patriot Consulting launched agentic MXDR365 operations. This 24/7 managed detection and response service is designed to function using Microsoft Defender XDR and Microsoft Sentinel. This advanced service includes several proprietary agents and automated playbooks, ensuring that ISOC's shared signals and context are optimally utilized.

Key features of MXDR365 operations include:

• - MXDR365 Vanguard: A threat intelligence agent that aggregates public threat information.
• - MXDR365 Overwatch: A threat hunting agent that conducts targeted hunts based on gathered intelligence.
• - MXDR365 Hindsight: This agent identifies log ingestion latency issues and reruns detection rules to cover blind spots.
• - MXDR365 Sentry: Conducts thorough investigations before escalating any possible threats.
• - Automated Identity Triage: A playbook that automates identity remediation in under a minute.
• - MXDR365 Phishing Triage Agent: This agent automates the remediation of phishing emails based on user reports.
• - MXDR365 Minuteman: An AI agent aimed at self-defense against potential cyber threats.

Zach Moore, Vice President of MXDR365 at Patriot Consulting, noted, "ISOC creates a cohesive environment where analysts and automated agents collaborate on the same signals and context, optimizing security response times and reducing false positives."

Additional Services to Complement ISOC

Beyond the core ISOC and MXDR365 offerings, Patriot Consulting has committed to providing added value through three key initiatives:

• - SecureShield365: Tailors Microsoft Defender XDR configurations based on security analysis learnings.
• - AIShield365: Focuses on risk reduction via AI governance.
• - Patriot Academy Premium: Offers live training courses on the latest best practices for Microsoft Defender XDR and Sentinel.

Conclusion

Patriot Consulting is on a mission to empower organizations utilizing Microsoft 365 with furthering security objectives through its innovative ISOC Cost Evaluation and MXDR365 services. These offerings not only facilitate streamlined security management but also pave the way for businesses to make informed decisions about their cybersecurity investments. Companies interested in obtaining a free ISOC Cost Evaluation can visit Patriot Consulting's website to take advantage of this limited-time opportunity.