Centralized Security & Proactive Defense: A Global Aerospace Manufacturer's Journey

Microsoft Sentinel & Azure Solutions strengthen protection and efficiency.

The Client

The client is one of the companies specializing in precision manufacturing for the aerospace industry, with a long history of innovation. They have a workforce of over 3,500 employees and are headquartered in the USA. The client’s varied legacy security systems and standards across different sites made it challenging to achieve centralized visibility and respond to threats effectively. Data silos and manual processes further slowed down incident response, increasing the risk of significant disruptions.

Industry: Cyber Security
Location: USA

Business Challenge

The client aimed to consolidate security operations and gain a unified view of their security posture, which involved several key objectives:

Standardization: Implement consistent security practices, policies, and tools throughout their global operations.
Threat Detection: Establish proactive threat detection capabilities to identify and mitigate risks before they escalate into major incidents.
Incident Response: Streamline incident response workflows to minimize downtime and potential damage.
Visibility and Reporting: Build a reporting structure for clear security metrics to inform both tactical and strategic decision-making.

Solution

After assessing the client’s environment, our team recommended Microsoft Sentinel as their core SIEM/SOAR solution.
Here’s a deeper dive into why it was the best fit:

Cloud-Native: Sentinel’s cloud-based architecture matched the client’s increasing investment in cloud infrastructure, offering scalability and remote accessibility.
Microsoft Integration: The client’s existing Microsoft ecosystem (Azure, Office 365, etc.) allowed for seamless integration with Sentinel, minimizing overhead and streamlining data flow.
Automation Powerhouse: Sentinel’s SOAR (Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response) capabilities were crucial for streamlining threat response and reducing the burden on security teams.

Key Implementation Stages

In-Depth Assessment

We conducted a thorough audit of the client's infrastructure, security practices, and user workflows to inform the SOC roadmap and onboarding plan.

SOC Foundations

We deployed Microsoft Sentinel in the client's Azure environment, established essential processes for monitoring and incident response, and assembled a team of security analysts for L1/L2 support.

Data is Everything

We onboarded data sources from across the client's global network (firewalls, domain controllers, EDR systems, etc.) and developed custom connectors where needed.

Custom Playbooks

We designed tailored threat detection use cases to match the client's specific risks and built playbooks for automated incident response, minimizing manual intervention.

Continuous Evolution

Collaborating with the client, we developed a unified dashboard for real-time monitoring and are constantly refining security policies and threat detection rules.

Business Value

Eyes Wide Open: The SOC provides 24/7 security monitoring and deep visibility across the client’s operations.
Proactive Defense: Real-time threat detection and automated response have reduced the risk of data breaches and cyberattacks.
Efficiency Boost: 250+ potential security incidents are resolved monthly, with streamlined workflows and reduced manual labor.
Security as a Partner: We are the client’s trusted security advisor, helping them continuously mature their security posture and adapt to the evolving threat landscape.

Conclusion

This case study demonstrates the successful transformation of a global industrial solutions provider, specializing in precision manufacturing for the aerospace industry, from a fragmented security posture to a consolidated, proactive security operations center (SOC). By implementing Microsoft Sentinel as the core SIEM/SOAR solution, the client achieved standardization, enhanced threat detection, streamlined incident response, and improved visibility and reporting across their global operations.
Throughout the implementation, the QIT Software team focused on in-depth assessment, establishing SOC foundations, onboarding data sources, designing tailored threat detection use cases and custom playbooks, and continuously refining security policies and threat detection rules.

The integration of cyber recovery and cyber security, understanding of the organization’s unique risks, leveraging of automation and orchestration for incident response, and fostering a strong partnership between the client and their trusted security advisor. By adopting this comprehensive approach, the client improved their security posture, mitigated risks more effectively, and positioned themselves as a leader in their industry regarding cyber security practices.

If your organization is looking to strengthen their cyber security capabilities and adapt to the evolving threat landscape, send an enquiry and let’s discuss the room for your digital security improvement. By implementing a unified, proactive security strategy, you can protect your business’s critical data and systems while capitalizing on the opportunities presented by automation and digital transformation.