Implementing 24/7 Managed Detection and Response for an Air Navigation Service Provider in North America

Needs And Requirements:

Amidst escalating cyber threats and evolving regulatory landscapes, a North American Air Navigation Service Provider faced pressing needs in threat and data governance. With the paramount importance of safeguarding citizens’ personal data, the client sought to fortify their cybersecurity posture. To address these needs, the client sought a comprehensive solution that would enhance their threat detection capabilities and bolster data governance practices.

Main Challenges:

1. Enhancing Cybersecurity: Safeguarding citizens’ personal data against evolving cyber threats.
2. Escalating Cost Pressures: Achieving cybersecurity improvements amidst escalating cost pressures.
3. 24/7 Monitoring Requirement: Ensuring continuous monitoring of network traffic to detect potential threats.
4. Expertise in Intrusion Detection: Engaging experts with expertise in intrusion detection for effective monitoring.

Solution:

24/7 Managed Detection and Response: Prior to initiating monitoring activities, Hitachi Cyber’s experts conducted a thorough assessment of the client’s existing security policies and data confidentiality measures. Leveraging their expertise, Hitachi Cyber implemented necessary enhancements to ensure robust protection. Operating from advanced Security Operations Centers (SOCs), Hitachi Cyber’s Information Security Analysts utilized cutting-edge technologies for continuous monitoring, enabling the timely detection of potential threats. This comprehensive approach, combining proactive policy assessment, implementation, and vigilant monitoring, ensured rapid response to security incidents, significantly bolstering the client’s cybersecurity posture.

Outcomes:

The benefits were evident in the improved application of security policies, significantly enhanced data confidentiality, rapid return on investment, and the development of a comprehensive measurement of the security program’s maturity level. The result is a fortified cybersecurity posture, delivering increased productivity, enhanced data confidentiality, and a swift return on investment within the first four months compared to internal monitoring operation costs.

Next Steps:

Moving forward, the Air Navigation Service Provider plans to continue collaboration with Hitachi Cyber to maintain a strong cybersecurity posture and stay ahead of evolving cyber threats. They will conduct regular assessments to measure the maturity level of the security program and identify areas for improvement. Additionally, they aim to explore opportunities to further optimize cybersecurity operations and maximize return on investment. Staying informed about emerging cyber threats and regulatory changes will be crucial to proactively address potential security challenges.