Nozomi Networks launches MSSP program for OT and IoT
Nozomi Networks has launched its new Elite MSSP (Managed Security Services Provider) program, designed as a comprehensive program for OT and IoT managed security services.
The program fully equips MSSPs with Nozomi Networks’ OT and IoT cybersecurity sales solutions, expertise, and resources.
Nozomi Networks enables MSSPs to generate additional revenue through new lines of business, while providing customers with greater flexibility and maximum value when it comes to strengthening their OT security postures while balancing resource requirements.
According to Dung Hua, director of APJ channel sales and alliances, Nozomi Networks, the company has seen high demand across ANZ’s partner base to develop this programme.
“As cyber concerns deepen, we are seeing partners developing ‘guides’ to incorporate into their security services and SOCs.” Hua said.
“They are typically more IT-focused, but OT and IoT are in many cases the fastest-growing threats partners face.
“What this program can do is validate the OT and IoT strategies that partners are developing or need to develop, providing them and their customers with a legitimized roadmap to address these threats.”
Operational asset management is coming to the Security Operations Center (SOC) and customers are also turning to MSSPs for comprehensive threat detection and response (MTDR) and platform management managed by IT and OT.
Nozomi Networks’ MSSP Elite program is designed to enable partners to successfully operate, maintain and optimize OT and IoT security services. Customers benefit from more scalable and industry-proven solutions.
MSSPs are playing a critical role as CISOs look for cost-effective ways to strengthen their IT and OT security postures while juggling resource constraints and skills gaps, according to Chet Namboodri, senior vice president of business development and alliances. from Nozomi Networks.
“Nozomi Networks’ MSSP Elite program allows us to work with our partners to address a growing requirement to include advanced OT and IoT security solutions and maximize value for our mutual customers,” said Namboodri.
Specialized training and certifications ensure Nozomi Networks partners are fully qualified to support customers with deep network visibility, advanced monitoring, and actionable threat intelligence for the best possible incident response.
MSSPs participating in the program will also have access to resources to further develop their industrial security expertise, grow their MSSP practice, and expand their service portfolio.
Nozomi Networks’ current list of MSSP Elite partners includes Accenture, FireEye Mandiant, Honeywell, Moro Hub, Telefónica and others.
To secure an ‘elite position’, partners must commit to training and certifying sales and engineering team members, as well as certification of MSSP platform management or SOC service developed based on the solutions. Nozomi Networks. This is designed to reinforce the commitment to superior service and value for customers across their converged OT/IoT/IT networks.
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