Combines Palo Alto Networks leading Cortex XDR solution with BARİKAT Group’ managed services — empowering customers’ security operations
Istanbul, October 14th, 2024 — BARİKAT Group, today announced it has become a Palo Alto Networks Cortex® XMDR Select Specialization partner. BARİKAT Group joins a select group of channel partners who have earned this distinction through operational capabilities and fulfilment of business requirements and completion of technical, sales enablement and specialization examinations. The Cortex XMDR Select Specialization will enable BARİKAT Group to combine the power of best-in-class Cortex XDR™ detection and response solution with their managed services offerings — helping customers worldwide streamline security operations center (SOC) operations and quickly mitigate cyberthreats.
“Attaining the Cortex XMDR Select Specialization as a Palo Alto Networks NextWave Diamond Innovator partner and regional XMDR partner is a significant milestone for us. This specialization attests to our deep knowledge and expertise in the Cortex platform," stated Ramazan Çelik, CSO at BARİKAT Group Companies.
BARİKAT’s advanced SOC infrastructure, built with Cortex XDR and XSOAR products at its core, delivers unparalleled advantages to its customers. This powerful combination provides comprehensive protection against cyber threats, enhanced threat detection and rapid automated response capabilities. By reducing false positives and optimizing incident management, security teams can focus on real threats. Through proactive threat hunting and integrated visibility, they continuously reinforce their customers' cybersecurity posture.
The addition of Cortex XDR and XSOAR products within BARİKAT Cyber Security Operations Center (SOC) infrastructure allows them to combine BARİKAT's industry experience with the most competent products in the field. This synergy enhances their automation and integration capabilities, significantly reducing response times while ensuring more efficient use of resources.
As a result, BARİKAT provides its customers with a highly scalable, compliance-driven cybersecurity infrastructure, designed to anticipate and meet future challenges. This approach enables them to deliver leading SOC services in the sector, ensuring their customers stay one step ahead in the ever-changing threat landscape.
“Organizations need effective detection and response across the network, endpoint, and cloud but managing today’s threats effectively is a massive undertaking,” said Patricia Murphy, Vice President EMEA & LATAM Ecosystems, Strategic Alliances and Channel at Palo Alto Networks. “BARİKAT Group’s commitment to attain the Cortex XMDR Select Specialization will give their managed security services customers peace of mind that the services they are choosing will mitigate security gaps and relieve the day-to-day burden of security operations for customers with 24/7 coverage.”
Cortex XMDR Select Specialization of BARİKAT Group allows them to seamlessly integrate the power of the industry-leading Cortex XDR™ Detection and Response solution with their renowned SOC services. This partnership empowers to alleviate the day-to-day security operations challenges faced by our clients, providing them with round-the-clock coverage and unparalleled protection.
With the Cortex XMDR Select Specialization, BARİKAT Group is uniquely positioned to streamline Security Operations Center (SOC) operations and swiftly respond to emerging cyber threats. This achievement solidifies their commitment to offering their customers next-generation security technology and services, positioning BARİKAT as leading provider in the Turkish market to offer this advanced level of protection.
To achieve Specialization status, Palo Alto Networks partner organizations must have Cortex XDR-certified SOC analysts/threat hunters on staff and available 24/7. Partners seeking this XMDR Specialization distinction must also complete both technical and sales enablement and specialization examinations. Cortex XMDR Select Specialization partners combine experienced analysts, mature operational processes and proven customer support with Palo Alto Networks market-leading security products, enabling them to provide customers comprehensive visibility, detection and response across network, endpoint and cloud assets, combined with best-in-class threat prevention and in-depth security expertise.
About BARİKAT Group
BARİKAT Group has been at the forefront of delivering premier cyber security solutions from the moment of our inception, with a steadfast focus on protecting the invaluable information assets of our clients.
As the leading cyber security provider in Turkey, BARİKAT’s mission is to propel the digital transformation forward across both public and private sectors. BARİKAT's committed to pioneering state-of-the-art technologies and solutions that not only secure critical data but also foster the development of a skilled cyber security workforce. The dedication to excellence and innovation ensures BARİKAT provides unmatched cyber security solutions, meeting the dynamic needs of both businesses and individuals.
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