For MSPs, improving a customer’s Microsoft 365 security posture isn’t just about buying security products. It’s about activating the right services in the right places—tailored to each client’s real-world needs.
High-Value Microsoft 365 Security Services for MSPs
Here’s a breakdown of key Microsoft 365 services that add real value to your clients’ cybersecurity posture:
Entra ID Plan 1 and 2
- Conditional access
- Identity protection
- Risk-based sign-in policies
- Synchronized password reset
Defender for Office 365 Plan 1 and 2
- Zero-day anti-phishing and anti-spam
- End-user attack simulations and training
- Automated investigation and response
Defender for Business
- Vulnerability management
- Behavioral-based threat detection
Defender for Endpoint Plan 1 and 2
- Advanced threat hunting
- Deception technology to trap attackers
Microsoft Intune
- Zero Trust framework integration
- Compliance and security policies
- Device and application management
- Autopilot for streamlined device provisioning
Microsoft Purview & Information Protection
- Encrypted email
- Sensitive data classification and protection
- Data loss prevention (DLP) and retention policies
All components are independently deployable, allowing for a customized, layered security strategy for each client.
Build a Managed Offering Around Microsoft 365 Security
1. Start with a Microsoft 365 Security Audit
Use built-in Microsoft security reports to evaluate current risks and guide decisions.
2. Structure your services in functional layers
Build your offering around three key security pillars:
- Detection
- Response
- Governance
3. Package it as a managed service
The result: a modular cybersecurity stack that’s:
- Easy to deploy
- Clearly valuable to clients
- Scalable and billable as a recurring managed service
Conclusion: Deliver Real Security Value with Microsoft 365
By focusing on security posture rather than just licensing, MSPs can offer real value, strengthen client trust, and unlock recurring revenue with modular managed security services built on Microsoft 365.
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