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SOC and SIEM services

24/7 threat detection and response with Microsoft Sentinel + SOAR—without building your own SOC.

Outpace cyber threats with managed SOC services New Zealand

Modern environments create modern exposure. Hybrid cloud, SaaS sprawl, remote endpoints, and fast-moving attackers mean security events don’t arrive neatly queued. Most teams face the same pressure points: too much log data, alert fatigue, known and evolving vulnerabilities, and not enough security analysts to run continuous monitoring and incident investigation while still supporting the business.

CBS helps you move faster—with control. Our managed Security Operations Centre (SOC as a service / SOCaaS) combines Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM + event management) and SOAR automation with human expertise: a dedicated SOC team that monitors, investigates, and responds in real time. You get managed detection and response capabilities that strengthen your current security posture, reduce security risks, and protect sensitive data and digital assets—without the overhead of an in-house SOC.

What our managed SOC includes

Our managed security operations centre is designed to work as an extension of your security team (or your external SOC team if you’re consolidating vendors), including:

• Microsoft Sentinel SIEM + event management to ingest and correlate security events across cloud, identity, endpoints, network monitoring and key security tools
• SOAR automation for triage, enrichment, containment and repeatable response playbooks—reducing manual load and speeding detection and response
• 24/7 continuous monitoring by security experts, including incident responders and threat hunters
• Threat intelligence and threat actor context to prioritise what matters (not just what’s loud)
• Threat hunting to find issues that don’t trigger obvious alerts
• Incident response support: investigation, containment guidance, escalation paths and post-incident reporting
• Log management: onboarding, tuning, log files hygiene, data source rationalisation and visibility into log data coverage
• Vulnerability management alignment with detection workflows (so vulnerabilities don’t sit separate from response)
• Endpoint detection integration (Microsoft Defender ecosystem or your existing stack) to improve response capabilities
• Compliance requirements support with reporting and evidence trails (where your operating model requires it).

Benefits of a SOC at a glance

24/7 detection and response

Continuous monitoring and rapid response when security issues hit—without burning out your in-house team.

Faster investigations

Security analysts and threat hunters investigate security incidents with context from threat intelligence and log data.

Less noise, more signal

Reduce alert fatigue with better correlation, tuning, and automation—so you act on real threats, faster.

Stronger security posture

Better visibility across your security stack and consistent security controls that lift your overall security posture.

Cost-effective SOCaaS model

Enterprise-grade security operations centre as a service—predictable cost, no build-your-own SOC overhead.

Built for hybrid reality

Unified view across cloud, on-premises SOC inputs, endpoints, and identity—so blind spots shrink.

Strengthen detection. Speed up response.

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Why choose CBS for SOC and SIEM

CBS is a technology solutions partner for ambitious organisations. We take a solutionist mindset to SOC—looking deeper, tuning what matters, and building a managed detection and response operating model that improves over time.

Microsoft-native SOC, built properly: SOCaaS built on Microsoft Sentinel + SOAR, with log management, correlation and automation to reduce alert fatigue.
Security-first foundations: Controls, governance and reporting designed to lift your security posture and support compliance requirements.
Prove value early: Discovery workshops and free assessments help diagnose gaps, prioritise quick wins, and validate the approach before you scale.
Depth across the stack: Capability across cloud, identity, endpoint detection, vulnerability management and threat intelligence—so response isn’t siloed.
Trusted delivery: Experienced SOC team and security experts supporting regulated environments, with ongoing tuning and improvement.

Benefits of Managed SOC

Enlisting managed SOC brings forth a range of advantages. You gain the benefit of round-the-clock security monitoring, overseen by dedicated experts. Access to advanced threat intelligence ensures you stay updated in the realm of cyber defense. Continuous updates to security technology and compliance support are at your disposal. By outsourcing security services, you streamline internal resources while enhancing your overall security maturity.

Our fully certified solutions help ensure your business meets all its regulatory requirements

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Our approach

We believe no business succeeds alone. That’s why we partner with you—taking the time to listen and truly understand your goals, challenges, and opportunities.

With that insight, we plan the right‑fit solutions that balance technology, process, automation, and talent, then deliver with precision and care.

The result is a trusted partnership that helps you stay agile, resilient, and confident as you move forward to meet your desired outcomes.

Our approach

Frequently asked questions

How important is a SOC to a business?

A Security Operations Centre (SOC) is essential for any organisation that wants to safeguard sensitive data, maintain compliance, and defend against evolving vulnerabilities. By providing continuous monitoring, threat detection, and rapid incident response, a SOC gives your business visibility across endpoints, networks, and cloud environments. For many businesses, outsourcing to a managed SOC provider ensures round-the-clock protection without the high cost of building and staffing your own SOC team.

What is the difference between a SOC and a SIEM?

A Security Operations Centre (SOC) is the dedicated team of security analysts and incident responders who monitor, detect, and contain threats in real time. A Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platform is the technology that aggregates log data, analyses security events, and highlights potential threats. In short, the SIEM is the tool, while the SOC is the team that uses it. A SOCaaS provider like CBS integrates both—combining advanced tools, human expertise, and threat intelligence for complete security operations.

What is the process for setting up a SOC?

Setting up your own in-house SOC requires a significant investment in people, technology, and processes: hiring skilled analysts, deploying security tools like SIEM and SOAR, and building 24/7 monitoring capabilities. Many businesses instead choose a SOC as a Service (SOCaaS) model, where a trusted third-party provider delivers a fully managed SOC with continuous monitoring, threat detection, incident response, and compliance support for a predictable monthly cost. This lets you benefit from enterprise-grade protection without the overhead of building a dedicated SOC from scratch.

What is the difference between SOC and SecOps?

SOC (Security Operations Center) and SecOps (Security Operations) refer to the same concept. Both terms describe a centralised team responsible for detecting, analysing, and responding to cybersecurity threats to protect sensitive data and maintain overall security posture.

What is the role of a SOC analyst?

A SOC analyst is a frontline defender in your security operations centre. Their role is to monitor security alerts, investigate suspicious activity, hunt for potential threats, and lead incident response when a breach occurs. They work with advanced technologies like endpoint detection, log management, and vulnerability management to strengthen your security posture. In a managed SOC, these analysts act as an extension of your own security team, providing expertise and rapid response around the clock.