Security Operations for SMEs — Without the SOC Price Tag

Get the most from Microsoft Defender for Endpoint without hiring a 24/7 SOC team. SOC Anywhere gives small businesses enterprise-grade incident response on a realistic budget.

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The SME Security Dilemma

You've invested in Microsoft Defender for Endpoint. It's detecting threats. But you're stuck in the middle:

Enterprise Managed SOCs are too expensive — $10K–$50K/month for 24/7 monitoring
Email alerts aren't enough — incidents get buried, response is slow
You don't have a dedicated security team — IT is already stretched thin
Defender's portal doesn't fit your workflow — it's built for large security teams, not SMEs

Why SMEs Struggle with Defender for Endpoint

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is a powerful tool — but it's designed with enterprise security teams in mind. If you're a small or medium business:

🔔 You Miss Alerts

Defender sends email notifications. But email isn't built for real-time security operations. Alerts get buried. You only see them hours later (or not at all).

💻 The Portal Isn't Mobile-Friendly

Your IT admin isn't sitting at a desk all day. They're troubleshooting user issues, managing servers, handling tickets. When a Defender alert comes in, they're often away from their computer.

👥 You Don't Have 24/7 Coverage

Large enterprises have SOC analysts working in shifts. SMEs don't. If an incident happens at 2 AM, it waits until morning.

📊 Defender Generates Too Much Noise

Not every alert is critical. But without a trained SOC team, it's hard to know which incidents need immediate action and which can wait.

✅ The Solution: SOC Operations, Built for SMEs

SOC Anywhere gives you the benefits of a security operations center — without the enterprise costs or complexity.

How SOC Anywhere Helps SMEs

1️⃣ Real-time Incident Notifications

The moment Defender creates an incident, you know about it. No more buried email alerts. No more checking the portal every hour.

2️⃣ Mobile-Optimized Triage

Your IT admin doesn't need to be at their desk. They can view incidents, assess severity, and take action from their phone — whether they're commuting, at lunch, or working from home.

Install it like an app: SOC Anywhere is a progressive web app, which means you can install it directly on your phone's home screen. You get native-like notifications and instant access without downloading anything from an app store.

3️⃣ Fast Response Without Hiring a SOC Team

You don't need analysts working in shifts. SOC Anywhere makes it easy for your existing IT team to stay on top of security incidents:

See all incidents in one place
Quickly identify high-priority threats
Assign incidents to the right person
Track resolution status

4️⃣ No Complex Integrations

SOC Anywhere connects directly to Microsoft Defender for Endpoint. No SIEM required. No SOAR playbooks to configure. Just log in with your Microsoft account and start using it.

SOC Anywhere vs. Traditional SOC Services

Feature	24/7 SOC Service	SOC Anywhere
Cost	💰💰💰 $10K–$50K/month	💰 Affordable SaaS pricing
Setup Time	⏱️ Weeks to months	✅ Minutes
24/7 Coverage	✅ Yes (dedicated analysts)	⚠️ Your team decides coverage
Mobile Access	❌ Limited	✅ Fully mobile-optimized
Real-time Notifications	✅ Yes	✅ Yes
Control & Visibility	⚠️ SOC team handles triage	✅ You see and control everything
Best For	Large enterprises	SMEs & lean IT teams

Who Should Use SOC Anywhere?

SOC Anywhere is built specifically for:

🏢 Small and Medium Businesses (10–500 employees)

You have Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, but you don't have a full-time security team. You need visibility and fast incident response without SOC-level costs.

🛠️ IT Teams Wearing Multiple Hats

Your IT admin handles everything from user support to network management. They don't have time to watch the Defender portal all day, but they need to know when a real threat appears.

🏠 Hybrid or Remote IT Teams

Your IT team isn't always in the office. They need mobile access to security incidents so they can respond from anywhere.

What You Get with SOC Anywhere

✅ Real-time Defender incident notifications — Know immediately when a threat is detected
✅ Mobile-friendly dashboard — Triage incidents from your phone
✅ Simple, affordable pricing — No enterprise SOC costs
✅ Works with your existing Defender setup — No complex integrations
✅ Built for small teams — Easy to use, no security expertise required

Why Not Just Use Defender's Built-in Alerts?

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint includes email alerts — but they're not enough for effective security operations:

Challenge	Defender Emails	SOC Anywhere
Alert Visibility	❌ Buried in inbox	✅ Instant notifications
Mobile Experience	❌ Email app, then portal	✅ Mobile-optimized UI
Triage Workflow	⚠️ Many clicks in defender portal	✅ Fast overview of incidents and alerts
Team Coordination	❌ Nobody knows who picked up the email	✅ Instant overview of assigned incidents

How Much Does It Cost?

SOC Anywhere pricing is designed for SMEs:

💰 Per-user pricing — Start small, scale as you grow
💰 No long-term contracts — Monthly or annual billing
💰 No hidden fees — No setup costs, no integration charges

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a dedicated security team to use SOC Anywhere?

No. SOC Anywhere is designed for IT generalists. If you can manage Microsoft 365, you can use SOC Anywhere.

Will this replace a 24/7 SOC?

Not exactly. SOC Anywhere gives you the tools to respond faster, but your team still needs to handle incidents. If you need guaranteed 24/7 monitoring with dedicated analysts, you'll want a traditional SOC service. But for most SMEs, SOC Anywhere provides the right balance of cost and capability.

What if I already use a SIEM or SOAR tool?

SOC Anywhere focuses specifically on Microsoft Defender for Endpoint. If you have a full SIEM/SOAR stack, you might not need SOC Anywhere. But if you're an SME finding those tools too complex or expensive, SOC Anywhere is a simpler alternative.

Can I try it before committing?

Yes! We're launching with an early access program. Request access to be among the first to try SOC Anywhere.

How do I get notifications from Microsoft Defender for Endpoint?

By default, Defender sends email alerts when incidents are detected. However, these emails are slow, easy to miss, and not suitable for real-time security operations. To get real-time notifications, you can use SOC Anywhere (which sends instant alerts), set up Microsoft Sentinel with Logic Apps, or build a custom solution using the Defender API. Read our complete guide →

Is there a mobile app for Defender for Endpoint?

No. Microsoft doesn't offer a dedicated mobile app for Defender for Endpoint. You can access the Defender portal (security.microsoft.com) from a mobile browser, but it's not optimized for small screens. SOC Anywhere solves this with a mobile-optimized progressive web app that you can install directly on your phone — giving you app-like notifications and easy access without needing an app store download.

How can small businesses monitor Defender alerts?

Small businesses typically monitor Defender alerts through email notifications or by manually checking the Defender portal. However, both approaches have serious limitations for SMEs (missed alerts, no mobile access, no workflow management). SOC Anywhere is built specifically for SMEs — providing real-time notifications, mobile-friendly triage, and simple incident management without requiring a dedicated security team or expensive SOC service.

Other Solutions:

Defender Notifications — Real-time alerts for Defender
Mobile SOC — Complete mobile security operations