5 Reasons CISOs are Turning to Security-as-a-Service
Summary
The global Security-as-a-Service (SaaS) market is projected for significant growth, expanding from $11.1 billion in 2020 to $26.4 billion by 2025. This growth is fueled by cloud-based delivery models offering solutions in application security, data security, identity management, and infrastructure protection, available as off-the-shelf products or managed by MSSPs. The article will discuss security budgets post-COVID, when to outsource, MSSP selection, tools, and team upskilling.
IFF Assessment
The article discusses how CISOs are adopting security-as-a-service solutions, which can enhance an organization's defensive capabilities and overall security posture.
Defender Context
As the Security-as-a-Service market grows, defenders should be aware of the increasing availability of outsourced security solutions. This trend suggests a shift towards specialized and managed security services, potentially improving threat detection and response capabilities for organizations that leverage them. Understanding the benefits and selection criteria for these services can help defenders make informed decisions about augmenting their internal security efforts.