Ascend Defend Shield Microsoft Security Suite

Ascend Defend bridges the critical gap between Microsoft licensing and real-world security. Purchasing Business Premium, E3, or E5 licenses gives you access to powerful built-in security tools—but without expert configuration and around-the-clock management, they leave your business exposed. That’s where we come in. With two security package options, Shield and Guardian suites, our Microsoft-certified experts and 24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC) turn your licensing into a fully managed, actively defended environment. From essential protection to advanced threat response, Ascend Defend ensures your Microsoft stack works as a true security solution—keeping you protected, compliant, and focused on growth. Ascend Defend Shield is your complete "security essentials" managed services suite designed for Microsoft-powered businesses. This service transforms your Microsoft security tools into a fully managed Extended Detection and Response (XDR) foundation—protecting identities, email, endpoints, and applications. Built for small and mid-sized organizations, Ascend Defend Shield delivers expert setup, management, and 24/7 threat monitoring by our Microsoft-Certified Security Operations Center (SOC). Our team ensures your Microsoft environment is actively protected around the clock—reducing your risk, increasing visibility, and enabling your business to scale securely. What’s Included in the Ascend Defend Shield Suite: 💡 Identity Protection - Microsoft Entra ID: - Multifactor Authentication (MFA) - Single Sign-On for 3,000+ SaaS apps - Conditional Access Policies - Basic Identity Risk Detection 📧 Email Security - Microsoft Defender for Office 365: -Anti-Phishing & Anti-Spam - Safe Links & Safe Attachments - Protection for Exchange, OneDrive, SharePoint & Teams 💻 Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) - Microsoft Defender for Endpoint: - Real-time detection & response across devices - Antivirus, malware, & ransomware protection - OS-level threat detection on up to 300 endpoints 🖥 Server Threat Protection - Microsoft Defender for Cloud (Server Plan 1): - OS-level threat detection for Azure & hybrid servers - Behavioral analytics & endpoint response - Agentless malware detection 📊 SIEM & Threat Correlation - Microsoft Sentinel: - Cloud-native Security Information & Event Management (SIEM) - Log aggregation across Microsoft & 3rd-party tools - Incident correlation & alerting - Automated response playbooks (basic) 💼 Requirements: - Licensing: Microsoft 365 Business Premium license - Azure Consumption: Microsoft Defender for Cloud – Server Plan 1, Microsoft Sentinel 💡 What You Gain: ✔ 24/7 Expert-Led Detection & Response Your environment is continuously monitored and protected by Ascend’s Microsoft-certified SOC team—so your team doesn’t have to be on-call. ✔ Unified, AI-Powered Protection Leverage Microsoft’s global threat intelligence and AI automation to quickly detect, isolate, and respond to threats across your environment. ✔ Maximum ROI on Microsoft Licensing We unlock the full potential of Microsoft’s built-in tools—eliminating the need for third-party security software and maximizing your licensing investment. ✔ Microsoft-Certified Support Team Our SOC analysts hold certifications like Microsoft Security Operations Analyst and Microsoft 365 Security Administrator. That means advanced protection backed by real expertise. ✔ Tailored Security for Your Business We configure and manage Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and Entra ID based on your business’s specific needs—giving you protection that adapts as you grow. ✔ Expedited Microsoft Support Access Thanks to our top-tier Microsoft partnership, your support tickets are escalated to Level 2+ by default, with advanced case management and direct consultations. 🛡 Who It's For: Small and midsize businesses using Microsoft 365 looking to: - Establish strong baseline security - Stay protected without hiring in-house security staff - Maximize existing Microsoft investments - Get peace of mind with 24/7 monitoring and response Need help determining if Ascend Defend Shield is the right fit for your Microsoft environment? Our team is here to walk you through it.