OVERVIEW
Well-designed Network SOC give better visibility for deterring threats and eliminating risks and downtime.
Mubadara, through its dedicated cybersecurity division CYFI, offers a comprehensive suite of cybersecurity solutions tailored to the ever-evolving digital landscape.
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The Need
As organizations grow and adopt complex, hybrid infrastructures, the need for centralized monitoring and security becomes critical. A Network Operations Center (NOC) ensures the health, performance, and availability of IT systems, while a Security Operations Center (SOC) protects against cyber threats and ensures compliance. Without integrated NOC/SOC capabilities, businesses face increased risks of downtime, data breaches, and delayed incident response. System integration consulting helps unify these functions, enabling real-time visibility, proactive management, and coordinated defense. Mubadara’s NOC/SOC solutions are designed to support operational continuity, threat detection, and strategic decision-making across all layers of your architecture.
How It Works
We begin by assessing your existing infrastructure, identifying gaps in monitoring, security, and incident response. Our team designs a centralized NOC/SOC framework that integrates with your network, servers, endpoints, and cloud environments. This includes deploying monitoring tools, SIEM platforms, and automation workflows. We configure alerting systems, dashboards, and escalation protocols to ensure rapid detection and resolution of issues. Security policies and operational metrics are aligned with business goals and compliance standards. The result is a unified command center that provides 24/7 oversight, threat intelligence, and performance optimization—empowering your teams to act quickly and confidently.
Centralized Monitoring & Visibility
We implement unified monitoring platforms that aggregate data from network devices, servers, endpoints, and cloud services. This centralized visibility allows IT and security teams to track performance metrics, detect anomalies, and respond to issues in real time. Dashboards are customized to display key indicators such as uptime, bandwidth usage, and threat alerts. Integration with logging systems ensures historical data is available for analysis and reporting. We also configure alert thresholds and escalation paths to ensure timely action. This component forms the backbone of both NOC and SOC operations, enabling proactive management and informed decision-making.
Incident Detection & Response
We design structured workflows for identifying, classifying, and responding to incidents—whether performance-related or security-driven. Automated alerts trigger predefined playbooks that guide teams through containment, investigation, and resolution. Escalation protocols ensure that critical issues are addressed by the right personnel without delay. We also help conduct tabletop exercises and live simulations to test readiness and refine response strategies. Integration with ticketing systems ensures incidents are tracked and documented. This component minimizes downtime, reduces impact, and improves recovery speed across your infrastructure.
Security Information & Event Management (SIEM)
SIEM platforms are essential for SOC operations. We deploy and configure SIEM tools to collect logs from firewalls, servers, applications, and endpoints. These logs are correlated to identify patterns, detect threats, and generate actionable insights. We fine-tune rules and filters to reduce false positives and prioritize critical alerts. SIEM also supports forensic analysis, helping trace the origin and scope of incidents. Compliance reporting features ensure alignment with standards like ISO 27001 and NCA ECC. This component enhances threat visibility and supports both real-time and retrospective security analysis.
Threat Intelligence & Analysis
We integrate global and industry-specific threat intelligence feeds into your SOC environment. These feeds provide insights into emerging vulnerabilities, attack vectors, and malicious IPs. Our consulting includes setting up behavioral analytics and anomaly detection systems that learn from network activity and flag suspicious behavior. We also help build threat profiles and risk scoring models to prioritize response efforts. This proactive approach allows your team to anticipate threats and adapt defenses accordingly. Threat intelligence transforms your SOC from reactive to predictive.
Performance & Availability Management
NOC functions focus on maintaining optimal performance and availability of IT systems. We deploy tools to monitor uptime, latency, throughput, and resource utilization across your infrastructure. Alerts are configured for performance degradation, hardware failures, and service interruptions. Historical data supports capacity planning and SLA tracking. We also implement automated remediation for common issues, reducing manual intervention. This component ensures that your systems remain responsive, reliable, and aligned with business expectations.
Access Control & Policy Enforcement
We help enforce strict access control policies across your network and systems. This includes role-based access control (RBAC), multi-factor authentication (MFA), and device compliance checks. Integration with IAM platforms ensures consistent identity management across cloud and on-prem environments. We also configure network segmentation and firewall rules to limit exposure and prevent lateral movement. Policy enforcement is continuously monitored and audited. This component strengthens your security posture and reduces the risk of unauthorized access.
Automation & Orchestration
Automation is key to scaling NOC/SOC operations. We design workflows that automate routine tasks such as log analysis, patch deployment, alert resolution, and report generation. Orchestration tools coordinate actions across systems, ensuring consistency and reducing human error. We also implement automated incident response for known threats, enabling faster containment. This component improves operational efficiency, reduces response time, and allows teams to focus on strategic tasks.
Compliance & Audit Readiness
We ensure your NOC/SOC architecture supports regulatory compliance through detailed logging, access tracking, and incident documentation. Our consulting includes setting up audit trails, retention policies, and reporting templates aligned with standards like ISO 27001, NCA ECC, and GDPR. We also help conduct internal audits and prepare for external assessments. Governance frameworks define roles, responsibilities, and escalation paths. This component ensures transparency, accountability, and legal compliance across your operations.
Integration with IT & OT Systems
We enable seamless integration between IT systems (servers, endpoints, cloud) and OT environments (industrial controls, sensors, SCADA). This unified approach ensures comprehensive monitoring and security across all operational domains. We configure secure gateways, protocol translators, and segmentation strategies to protect OT assets without disrupting operations. Real-time data from both domains is fed into centralized dashboards and SIEM platforms. This component supports digital transformation, risk management, and operational continuity.
