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Microsoft Defender For Identity Professional Services

Defender for Identity Professional Security Services | Customized Deployment in as Little as 6-Weeks

Secure Azure Active Directory With Difenda

Identify potential compromises to user identities and fortify your Active Directory environment with our customized Microsoft Defender for Identity Professional Security Services. Mitigate the risks associated with anonymous IP address use and password spray to better protect your network. Designed exclusively for E5-customers, our services offer comprehensive support to enhance the security stance of Azure Active Directory. Rely on our certified and highly skilled Microsoft Security experts to safeguard all accounts and substantially reduce the threat landscape.

How It Works:

  • Strategic Planning: The Difenda team works closely with you to conduct a thorough analysis of your current Active Directory environment. We evaluate all security policies and requirements, considering both technical and business aspects to shape your identity protection strategy. This includes a detailed examination of your current configurations, setup, and Active Directory policies, aligning our approach with your objectives and allowing us to define clear expectations for the engagement.
  • Customized Set up and Deployment: Difenda’s experts will design Microsoft Defender for Identity based on your unique requirements. Guided by a migration plan document, we assist in configuring Defender for Identity seamlessly within your environment. Through close collaboration with your team, we execute a streamlined installation and configuration process, adhering to the predefined scope, ensuring you achieve your desired business outcomes.
  • Quality assurance and performance testing: Following implementation, our collaborative efforts shift to validating the Defender for Identity’s configuration. This allows us to pinpoint areas that may require refinement, with the ultimate goal of ensuring your new security measures and system perform optimally.
  • Training and Knowledge Transfer: We provide virtual knowledge transfer and a technical overview workshop for your identified team members. Our aim is to equip your team with the necessary skills to manage the tool effectively while maximizing the potential of Microsoft Defender for Identity.
  • Your Complete Build Book: We will provide you with a comprehensive Build Book which acts as a reference guide, assisting you in leveraging the newfound capabilities of your enhanced security solution.

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Identity Professional Security Services

What You’ll Get:

  • Microsoft Defender for Identity deployment project plan configured and aligned with your business goals. 
  • Expert support in the implementation of and integration of Microsoft Defender for Identity with your Active Directory environment.
  • Support and training for staff members with a 2-hour virtual knowledge transfer and technical overview workshop with our experts.
  • Dedicated project manager.
  • Defender for Identity Build Book.

How Expert Defender for Identity Design & Implementation Benefits You:

  • Proactively detect identity compromises, ensuring timely response to security threats.
  • Minimize the risk of brute force attacks and credential stuffing, safeguarding your organization’s sensitive data.
  • Complete protection of your Active Directory environment.
  • Ensure that endpoints are logging into your SIEM for enhanced reporting and asset management.
  • Maximize your Microsoft Security ROI.
  • Effortlessly integrate this solution with other Microsoft Defender technologies or Difenda’s MXDR service for comprehensive end-to-end security performance.

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Identity Professional Security Services

What Sets Us Apart?

Difenda excels in providing dedicated support for your Defender for Identity security implementation. Our team of certified Microsoft Security experts focuses on tangible business outcomes. We tailor our approach to your unique security needs and business goals, going beyond guidance to assess risks, rapidly deploy the technology, ensure compliance, and empower your team. Trust us for a seamless transition and maximum ROI on your Microsoft Security investment. With Difenda, you get a customized, expert-led, and efficient security solution for Microsoft Defender for Identity.

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Certified Where It Matters Most.

  • 24/7/365 Cyber Command Centers (C3) – ISO27001, SOC II Type 2 and PCI Certified
  • Microsoft Canada’s Security Impact Award Winner 2023
  • Microsoft Verified MXDR Solution Status

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What is Difenda's Defender for Identity Advisory Service?

Our Defender for Identity Professional Security Services is your answer to the critical challenge of safeguarding all users from identity threats within Azure Active Directory. This includes defending against threats like brute force attacks and credential stuffing, providing robust identity protection across your network. 

Using your existing Microsoft Security investment, we mitigate the risks associated with anonymous IP address use and password spray. Designed exclusively for E5 customers, our services offer comprehensive support to enhance the security stance of Microsoft Active Directory. We not only provide the solution but also equip your team with implementation instructions and customized configurations, mitigating the risks associated with brute force attacks and credential stuffing and simplifying your security infrastructure for streamlined management.

What deliverables can I expect from this service?

From this service, you can expect a comprehensive set of deliverables designed to strengthen your cybersecurity posture:

  • Microsoft Defender for Identity deployment project plan configured and aligned with your business goals.
  • Expert support in the implementation of and integration of Microsoft Defender for Identity with your Active Directory environment.
  • Support and training for staff members with a 2-hour virtual knowledge transfer and technical overview workshop with our experts.
  • Dedicated project manager.
  • Defender for Identity Build Book.

These deliverables collectively equip your organization with the tools, knowledge, and strategies needed to optimize your identity security strategy.

What is the scope of the service?

The scope of Defender for Identity Professional Service encompasses a comprehensive range of activities to ensure a successful implementation of Defender for Identity:

  • Assessment of existing Active Directory environment
  • Identification and definition of customer-specific identity security needs
  • Windows Active Directory readiness activities
  • Detailed implementation instructions, scripts, and other relevant materials
  • Collaborative Deployment Support
  • Configure, tune, and validate the Defender for Identity deployment
  • Knowledge Transfer and Technical Overview to Customer Team
  • Defender for Identity Build Book (Completed Design Document)
  • Comprehensive Project Oversight
Who is the ideal customer for this service?

The ideal customer for this service includes those who seek to enhance their Active Directory security capabilities with Microsoft Defender for Identity. This service is well-suited for organizations that:

  • Seek improved management of their users.
  • Desire a centralized approach to managing individuals within their organization.
  • Do not fall into a specific customer size category.
  • Aim to expand their Azure Active Directory (AD) footprint by effectively utilizing the available tools for management.

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What problems does this service solve for the customer?

Our Defender for Identity Professional Security Services is your answer to the critical challenge of safeguarding all users from identity threats within Azure Active Directory. This includes defending against threats like anonymous IP address use, password spray, brute force attacks and credential stuffing, providing robust identity protection across your network.

How long does the entire implementation process usually take?

The implementation process typically spans a duration of 6 weeks. However, it’s important to note that the timeline can vary based on the availability of resources within your team dedicated to the project.

Our goal is to ensure thorough and effective implementation while accommodating your team’s pace and capacity. We work collaboratively to achieve timely and successful results aligned with your specific circumstances.

What level of involvement is expected from our internal IT/security team during the implementation?

During the 6-week implementation period, our collaborative approach ensures that both our team and your internal IT/security team play integral roles in the process. We will work together to determine the areas where Difenda can provide support to your team during deployment. This might involve activities such as reviewing and refining the rollout strategy and validating the onboarding strategy.

Using the design document and migration plan document as guides, your internal IT team will take charge of completing the Defender for Identity deployment and configuration. Throughout this phase, our team will provide troubleshooting assistance and offer tuning insights to ensure a seamless implementation. This collaborative effort maximizes efficiency and ensures that the implementation aligns with your unique requirements and security objectives.

What if I want help creating an identity and asset management strategy?

If you are looking for assistance in developing a comprehensive identity and asset management strategy, it’s recommended to explore our End-to-End Microsoft Security Roadmap service. This may be a suitable option for you.

Please contact us if you have any questions or if you need help deciding which service would be best for you.

Does this service include SIEM implementation to improve reporting and management?

If a client requires integration with their existing SIEM solution, that will involve an additional customized Statement of Work (SOW). This approach ensures that we can cater to specific client needs, whether it involves implementing our recommended solution or integrating seamlessly with their existing security environment.

Certified Where It Matters Most:

  • 24/7/365 Cyber Command Centers (C3) – ISO27001, SOC II Type 2 and PCI Certified
  • Microsoft Canada’s Security Impact Award Winner 2023
  • Microsoft Verified MXDR Solution Status

This Solution Integrates with the Following Microsoft Security Products:

  • Microsoft Sentinel
  • Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
  • Microsoft Defender for Cloud
  • Microsoft Defender for Identity

Ready to Secure Your Active Directory Environment? Unleash the power of Microsoft Defender for Identity with Difenda’s award-winning expertise.