Jared Kruger, Head of Cybersecurity at Troye

Businesses of all sizes are grappling with the complexities of cybersecurity as a result of the increasing number of sophisticated cyberattacks across the globe. For a large percentage of these companies, the investment in cybersecurity tools is proving to be ineffective.

“As someone with feet on the ground, discussing security strategies with CISOs, CIOs and Heads of IT on a daily basis, it’s become evident to me that cybersecurity in South Africa is often a grudge purchase,” says Jared Kruger, Head of Cybersecurity at Troye.

“Organisations seem to be investing in point solutions, with the purpose of bolstering weak components of their attack surface. The problem with this is that the attack surface is constantly evolving and the requirement to purchase yet another security tool can go on indefinitely,” Kruger says. “Responding to risk reactively makes it difficult to get ahead of the threat actors. The sheer volume of tools, coupled with the lack of skilled personnel, results in a sprawling security environment that is often more of a challenge than a solution.”

Each tool comes with its own configuration, dashboard, and update schedule, requiring time and expertise to operate. With multiple tools generating alerts, security teams are inundated with false positives. This `alert fatigue’ can lead to critical threats being overlooked. Troye, a leading IT solutions provider, understands these challenges and offers a strategic approach to streamlining security operations.

“The key to overcoming these challenges lies in the unification of these point security solutions into a platform, paired with the right expertise to effectively manage it,” Kruger says. “Instead of reacting to threats as they arise, companies need to focus on proactive threat hunting and risk mitigation.”

Troye has partnered with Arctic Wolf to offer a robust security operations platform designed to address the shortfalls of traditional point solutions. Arctic Wolf provides a security operations platform in the cloud that has been built on an open architecture, which means that organisations are not locked into one security vendor, but can use a choice of vendors and change vendors if they choose. This platform integrates multiple security tools into a single, cohesive system.

Arctic Wolf services enable a faster reaction to critical threats as well as a concierge security model to ensure proactive security management.

“In addition to an entire SOC team behind the security operations platform, each customer is paired with two cybersecurity experts, responsible for contextualising the attack surface and building out a cybersecurity roadmap,” Kruger explains.

Rather than simply alerting companies to potential threats, Arctic Wolf’s platform provides actionable insights and recommendations. This proactive approach empowers businesses to not only respond to incidents but to strengthen their defences continuously, making them less vulnerable to future attacks.

“Troye understands that not every business has the resources to build and maintain a fully-fledged security team. That’s why we offer managed security services through the Arctic Wolf platform, with access to experienced security professionals who can manage and monitor their security environment around the clock,” Kruger adds. “By outsourcing security operations to us, companies can ensure that their cybersecurity posture is being managed by experts who understand the latest threats and best practices.”

Security is not a one-time effort; it’s an ongoing journey. Troye leverages Arctic Wolf to provide continuous education and training to help companies stay informed about the latest threats and best practices, creating a culture of security that extends beyond the IT department. “Troye empowers organisations to defend against today’s threats and to anticipate and prepare for the challenges of tomorrow. Let us be your trusted partner on your cybersecurity journey, ensuring that your business is always one step ahead of the evolving threat landscape,” Kruger concludes.

Contact Troye to find out how our cyber security platform can help you to optimise your security operations and overcome your cyber risk. sales@troye.co.za | Troye.co.za