Threat Management using Defender

YASH provides a structured, expert-driven implementation of Microsoft Defender for Cloud, empowering organizations to enhance
security across multi-cloud environments. Our offering features a comprehensive assessment, strategic deployment, and ongoing
support to ensure continuous protection and regulatory compliance.

Key Highlights:

• Defender for Cloud setup and optimization
• Cloud Native Application Protection Platform (CNAPP) services
• Cloud Workload Protection Platform (CWPP) services
• Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) services
• SIEM/SOAR integration
• Ongoing BAU support and threat management

Assessment phase

Activities:

• Cloud Security Posture Evaluation: A comprehensive assessment of current Defender for Cloud configurations, security scores, and the effectiveness of existing policies.
• Cloud Workload Protection: Implementing and optimizing Cloud Workload Protection Platform (CWPP) configurations for resources such as virtual machines and storage.
• Multi-Cloud Risk Identification: In-depth analysis of vulnerabilities across workloads, containers, and APIs, leveraging YASH’s proprietary assessment frameworks.
• Compliance Mapping: Automated alignment with CIS Benchmarks, GDPR, HIPAA, NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 1/2/3, and other regulatory and industry standards using advanced posture management tools.

Benefits:

• Enhanced visibility into cloud risks and misconfigurations
• Enables 30% faster execution of security policy and compliance workflows.
• Accelerated readiness for Defender for Cloud deployment

Deliverables:

• Cloud security posture report
• Compliance gap analysis
• Recommendations for Defender for Cloud optimization

Implementation Phase

Activities:

• Configure Defender for Cloud across Azure, AWS, and GCP environments
• Define and deploy custom security policies and alerts
• Integrate Defender with Microsoft Sentinel and third-party SIEM/SOAR platforms
• Enable automation for threat detection and response workflows
• Conduct knowledge transfer sessions with customer teams

Benefits:

• Achieves 50% faster deployment compared to traditional security tools
• Delivers 50% faster threat mitigation and response times through automation
• Seamless integration with existing security operations
• Improves compliance tracking and reporting efficiency by 30–40%

Deliverables:

• Fully configured Defender for Cloud environment
• Custom policy and alert rules
• Integration documentation and playbooks
• Training and operational handover materials

BAU (Business-As-Usual) Phase

Activities:

• Continuous monitoring of Defender for Cloud alerts and recommendations
• Regular policy updates and tuning based on threat landscape
• Threat hunting and incident investigation support
• Monthly reporting and posture reviews
• Advisory on new Defender features and roadmap alignment

Benefits:

• Continuous improvement in Secure Score by 20–35% over time.
• Enables up to 50% reduction in time to detect and respond to threats.
• Reduces manual compliance efforts by 30% through automation and policy enforcement.
• Strategic guidance for evolving cloud security needs

Deliverables:

• Monthly security posture reports
• Updated policy and configuration baselines
• Incident investigation summaries
• Advisory notes and roadmap recommendations