How ContraForce uses Microsoft AI to deliver scalable MXDR security for MSPs
Summary
ContraForce, founded in 2021 by cybersecurity veterans Stan Golubchik and Ricky Melendez, addresses the gap in cybersecurity tools for Managed Service Providers (MSPs). The company leverages Microsoft's AI-driven security platforms (Sentinel and Defender XDR) to help MSPs onboard clients faster, automate threat response, and reduce costs. The article highlights how ContraForce solves SOC pain points by providing scalable, AI-powered MXDR (Managed Extended Detection and Response) delivery, enabling smaller providers to compete with large enterprises in cybersecurity effectiveness.
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· 3 pulledAfter years of building Security Operations Centers (SOCs) at industry giants like Intel and McAfee, they saw a glaring gap: managed service providers (MSPs) lacked the tools and scale to deliver effective cybersecurity.
Traditional security stacks were complex, siloed, and designed for large enterprises with deep pockets.
ContraForce empowers MSPs with Microsoft-built, AI-driven security so they can onboard clients faster, automate threat response, and cut costs.
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