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PROFICIO NAMED GLOBAL SECURITY OPERATIONS CENTER (SOC) TEAM OF THE YEAR

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Carlsbad, Calif. – February 3, 2022 (updated February 11, 2022) – Proficio, a managed security services provider (MSSP) delivering managed detection and response (MDR) services, today announced they received 3 2022 Cybersecurity Excellence Gold awards for SOC Team of the Year, Managed Detection and Response (MDR) Provider of the Year, and AWS Cloud Security Provider of the Year. The Cybersecurity Excellence Awards honor companies that demonstrate excellence and innovation and receive acclaim from the broader cybersecurity community.

“We are honored to be named Global SOC Team of the Year,” said Carl Adasa, VP of Global SOC Operations, Proficio. “This award reflects the hard work and commitment of our security experts who provide our clients 24/7 protection from our global network of SOCs.”

Proficio’s global team of security analysts and engineers monitor security events, investigate suspicious behavior, and hunt for targeted attacks. We use an extensive library of threat discovery use cases, the MITRE ATT&CK ® framework, machine learning-based threat hunting models, and our advanced threat intelligence platform to provide superior threat detection for our clients. Proficio also offers automated response and containment services, as well as Risk-Based Vulnerability Management (RBVM) services to prioritize vulnerabilities based on the likelihood of exploitation and the criticality of the assets at risk.

ABOUT PROFICIO

Founded in 2010, Proficio is an award-winning managed detection and response (MDR) service provider. We help prevent cybersecurity breaches by performing and enabling responses to attacks, compromises, and policy violations. We have been recognized in Gartner’s Market Guide for MDR services annually since 2017. Our team of experts provides 24/7 security monitoring and alerting from global security operations centers (SOCs) in San Diego, Barcelona, and Singapore. Proficio’s cloud-native Threat Management Platform uses a combination of industry leading commercial software and proprietary technology to provide clients with advanced analytics, threat intelligence, Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR), patented risk scoring, AI-based threat hunting, Open XDR, and Risk-Based Vulnerability Management. www.proficio.com.

Contacts:
Brock Watson
bwatson@proficio.com

Proficio Recognized for Innovative Managed Detection and Response Services

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Carlsbad, CA – December 6, 2019 – Proficio, a managed security services provider (MSSP) delivering managed detection and response (MDR), today announced it has won multiple industry awards in the second half of 2019, continuing its track record as the most-recognized provider in its space. Proficio earned the following distinctions:

  • Cyber Defense Magazine: Awarded two Global Awards:
    • Best Service for Managed Detection and Response (MDR)
    • Editor’s Choice for best Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP)
  • Cybersecurity Breakthrough Awards: Honored with a Cloud Security Award for Managed Security Solution of the Year
  • MSSP Alert: Proficio was recognized as one of the top 30 MSSPs on MSSP Alert’s Top 200 MSSPs list for the third consecutive year
  • Security Serious Unsung Heroes Award: Tim Capps, Proficio’s EMEA Managing Director, was named a finalist for his security industry leadership and mentorship
  • SVUS CEO World Awards: Brad Taylor, Proficio’s CEO, was honored with a Gold Award for CEO of the Year, Security Services
  • Computing Security: Shortlisted in the Security Excellence Awards for Managed Security Service

“Managed detection and response services are a critical component of an enterprises’ cybersecurity strategy. Organizations across industries trust Proficio to keep their environments secure around-the-clock, and we take that responsibility very seriously,” said Brad Taylor, CEO, Proficio. “We are honored to receive these latest awards in recognition of the best-in-class services we provide and the value we deliver to our customers.”

About Proficio

Founded in 2010, Proficio is an award-winning managed security services provider (MSSP) offering a full range of cybersecurity services through global security operations centers (SOCs) in San Diego, Barcelona and Singapore. Proficio’s services include managed detection and response (MDR), 24/7 monitoring and alerting, Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR), AI-based threat detection, Risk-based Vulnerability Management, and Risk Scoring. Proficio’s innovative approach to managed cybersecurity services combines proprietary software, credentialed security analysts, and the industry’s most advanced technologies to help organizations defend against advanced threats. www.proficio.com.

Contact:
Kim Maibaum
kmaibaum@proficio.com

Proficio Recognized for its Leadership and Innovation in Managed Security Services

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NETWORK COMPUTING NAMES PROFICIO CLOUD-DELIVERED SECURITY SOLUTION WINNER

Carlsbad, CA – May 15, 2019 – Proficio, an award-winning managed security services provider (MSSP) delivering managed detection and response (MDR), today announced a host of recent accolades for its innovative approach to managed security services and impact on the cybersecurity market. This recognition comes from leading organizations, including:

  • CRN: Recognized in the Security 100 of CRN’s 2019 Managed Service Provider 500 list for the third year in a row
  • Cyber Defense Magazine: Awarded three InfoSec Awards:
    • Market Leader in Managed Detection and Response
    • Most Innovative SOC-as-a-Service Provider
    • Hot Company: Managed Security Service Provider
  • Cybersecurity Excellence Awards: Honored with several Excellence Awards:
    • Gold for Most Innovative Cybersecurity Company and Fastest Growing Cybersecurity Company
    • Silver for Security Monitoring; Threat Detection, Intelligence and Response; Cybersecurity Team of the Year for Proficio’s Global SOC team; and Cybersecurity Professional of the Year for Proficio’s Co-CEO and Chairman, Tim McElwee
  • Infosecurity Products Guide: Awarded several Global Excellence Awards, including:
    • Gold for Company Growth and for Executive of the Year for Proficio’s Co-CEO and Chairman, Tim McElwee
    • Bronze for Proficio’s Threat Hunting, Detection, Intelligence and Response solutions
  • MyTechMag: Named Proficio to their list of Top 20 Healthcare Tech Solution Providers
  • Network Computing Awards: Network Computing, a UK-based IT publication, named Proficio the winner in the Cloud-Delivered Security Solution category

“Proficio prides itself on a commitment to technology advancement and our on a focus to providing managed security services tailored to meet our customers’ unique needs,” said Brad Taylor, Co-CEO, Proficio. “It is a reflection on our team of cyber professional and technology experts that in 2019 we’ve won more awards than any other player in our space.”

Proficio’s innovative approach to managed security services is changing the way organizations defend against cyber threats and prevent security breaches. Proficio’s executive dashboards and ThreatInsight risk scoring provides customers with unprecedented visibility into their cybersecurity posture.

About Proficio

Founded in 2010, Proficio is an award-winning managed security services provider (MSSP) offering a full range of cybersecurity services including managed detection and response (MDR), 24/7 monitoring and alerting, automated response, advanced threat detection and security assessments through global security operations centers in San Diego, Barcelona and Singapore. Proficio’s innovative approach to managed cybersecurity services uses proprietary processes, experienced security analysts, and the industry’s most advanced technologies to help organizations defend against advanced threats. www.proficio.com.

Contacts:
Brittney Timmins
btimmins@proficio.com

Proficio Selected as SC Media 2019 Trust Award Finalist

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Carlsbad, CA – December 17, 2018 – Proficio, an award-winning managed security services provider (MSSP) delivering managed detection and response (MDR), today announced that the company has been recognized as a Trust Award finalist in the Best Managed Security Service category for the 2019 SC Awards. The finalists and winners for the Trust Awards are chosen by an expert panel of judges with extensive knowledge and experience in the cybersecurity industry. Winners will be announced at the SC Awards ceremony on March 5, 2019 in San Francisco.

“Every new year brings with it an unpredictable mix of adversity and opportunity for information security professionals,” said Illena Armstrong, VP, editorial, SC Media. “In 2018, we watched as ransomware took down entire city governments, popular online platforms were accused of mishandling user data, and technology giants announced an unprecedented industry-wide effort to solve the Spectre and Meltdown CPU vulnerabilities. Through it all, this year’s SC Awards finalists found ways to break boundaries, overcome challenges and contribute fresh new ideas to the world of cybersecurity.”

Now in its 22nd year, SC Awards is recognized as the industry gold standard of accomplishment for cybersecurity professionals, products and services. With the awards, SC Media recognizes the achievements of cybersecurity professionals in the field, the innovations happening in the vendor and service provider communities, and the vigilant work of government, commercial and nonprofit entities. Vendors and service providers who offer a product and/or service for the commercial, government, educational, nonprofit or other industries are eligible for the SC Awards’ Trust Award category.

“It’s an honor to be recognized as a top managed security service provider by SC Media,” said Tim McElwee, Co-CEO and Chairman at Proficio. “Our customers view Proficio as a trusted extension of their IT security team and this award reinforces our commitment to meeting and exceeding our customers’ expectations. Cyberattacks can happen at any time, and Proficio’s top priority is to help keep our customers’ environments as secure as possible by providing around-the-clock monitoring, threat detection, and response.”

“In a vast sea of security solutions and services, the Trust Award finalists stand out for their cutting-edge, high-quality features and user-friendly policies,” added Armstrong of SC Media. “Proficio has emerged as true leader in its space and has earned this honor.”

The SC Awards gala honoring the winners attracts top professionals in the cybersecurity community and provides an invaluable opportunity for networking. To register for the 2019 SC Awards gala, please visit https://scawards2019.splashthat.com/.

About SC Media
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In addition to their comprehensive website, SC Media offers magazines, eBooks, and newsletters. They also host digital and live events such as SC Awards and RiskSec NY to provide cybersecurity professionals all the information needed to safeguard their organizations and contribute to their longevity and success.

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About Proficio
Founded in 2010, Proficio is an award-winning managed security services provider (MSSP) offering a full range of cybersecurity services including managed detection and response (MDR), 24/7 monitoring and alerting, advanced threat detection and automated response through global security operations centers in San Diego, Barcelona and Singapore. Proficio’s innovative approach to managed cybersecurity services uses proprietary processes, experienced security analysts, and the industry’s most advanced technologies to help organizations meet their security and compliance goals. www.proficio.com.

Media Contact:
media@proficio.com
800-779-5042

PROFICIO WINS ELEVEN CYBERSECURITY AWARDS IN 2018

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Proficio, a world-class managed security services provider (MSSP) delivering managed detection and response (MDR), has received eleven top honours by several industry award outlets in the first quarter of 2018.

Each awards programme highlighted Proficio’s services offerings for managed cybersecurity services, Splunk services, their global expansion efforts in North America, EMEA and APAC and their security team’s depth of expertise.

The eleven awards include…

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