CAUDIT Cloud Managed SOC
24×7 sovereign security operations for universities and research institutions across the CAUDIT community. Expert Australian analysts monitor your environment around the clock, helping you detect threats earlier and respond faster.
AARNet SOC transition
Your path forward after AARNet's SOC discontinuation.
AARNet’s decision to discontinue its SOC leaves a real gap for CAUDIT members standardising on Microsoft security platforms. If your institution is already on, or moving toward, Microsoft 365 A5 and Defender, the right replacement should work natively with that stack, not sit alongside it.
The decision is clear for CAUDIT members.
The CAUDIT Cloud SOC is built on the same stack you’re already running. No new tools to evaluate, no integration overhead and no more underutilising what you’ve already paid for. You get a SOC that works natively with Microsoft Sentinel and Defender from day one, backed by deep experience in Australian education and research.
Microsoft native SOC
Built directly on Microsoft Sentinel and Defender to give you better visibility, faster response and maximum value from the tools you already own.
Zero-cost migration
Transition from your existing SOC environment at no cost, with continuity of protection and no operational disruption.
No billing until Nov 2026
Transition immediately without short-term budget impact, with no SOC billing until November 2026.
Security operations built for education and research.
Universities and research institutions face constant cyber threats while managing complex environments that support teaching, research and collaboration. Most internal teams cannot monitor activity around the clock, and growing alert volumes make it harder to focus on the issues that matter most.
- Cyber threats operate around the clock, not just during business hours
- Security teams face growing alert volumes and operational pressure
- Complex research and academic environments increase attack surfaces
- Compliance and governance expectations continue to rise across the sector
Value you see
24x7 resilience with managed SOC.
Round-the-clock monitoring, expert triage and sector-aligned support to reduce risk and operational effort.
Always-on visibility
Real-time monitoring from Australian analysts, with round-the-clock visibility across your environment.
Government-grade CTI
Trusted by Australian governments since 2001, with cyber threat intelligence (CTI) from 40+ curated feeds that help surface what matters sooner.
AI-assisted detection
AI-assisted triage helps reduce false positives so real threats stand out faster.
Reduced cost
Reduce the costs and complexities of running a 24×7 internal SOC with a managed model.
Faster action
Structured triage and escalation workflows help reduce delays in responding to incidents.
Less operational load
Move the load of day-to-day security operations off your internal teams so they can focus on strategy.
SOC Optimiser
SOC with built-in AI.
SOC Optimiser is an AI-driven capability designed to support our Tier-1 analysts by reducing alert noise and accelerating investigation inside our security operations centre (SOC). It helps our team prioritise activity faster so genuine threats are surfaced and addressed sooner.
Instead of layering AI on top of existing tools, we have embedded it into the core of how our SOC operates. This approach reflects our ongoing investment in strengthening Australian cyber security capability and evolving the way modern security operations are delivered.
- 80% reduction in false alerts
- 3-minute response time
- 7-minute containment
- Secure and compliant by design
Manage risk with confidence
Stronger security operations for modern environments.
Our managed SOC and SIEM help protect your organisation from today’s evolving cyber threats. We advise, implement and monitor your environment, giving your team direct access to experienced security specialists whenever support is needed.
Backed by more than 15 years of managed SOC and SIEM experience, we bring proven operational capability and deep Microsoft security expertise to every engagement.
Common use cases
Where managed SOC delivers value.
Security operations support designed for the realities of higher education and research environments.
Protecting mission-critical systems
Universities rely on many interconnected systems for learning, research and collaboration. CAUDIT Cloud Managed SOC provides round-the-clock monitoring, helping teams detect and respond to threats affecting essential platforms faster.
Scaling security with evolving environments
As your institution expands research platforms, hybrid environments and digital services, our SOC scales with your needs, delivering consistent monitoring and triage without requiring additional tools or headcount.
Strengthening operational visibility
Structured monitoring, investigation and escalation give security teams clearer insight into what is happening across their environment and what requires immediate attention.
Supporting governance and compliance
Consistent reporting and operational insight help institutions support governance obligations and maintain stronger oversight of their security posture.
How we deliver it
Built into your security operations.
Explore how our managed security services support stronger, more consistent operational resilience.
Local, always-on support
Australian SOC analysts monitor your environment 24×7, triage alerts and escalate real threats as they happen.
Consistent workflows
Proven runbooks and investigation processes drive reliable triage, escalation and containment across every incident.
Context-rich intelligence
Government-grade threat intelligence and governed visibility provide clearer insight into threats and activity.
AI-supported
SOC
SOC Optimiser uses AI to reduce noise, helping analysts prioritise faster and focus on what matters most.
You’re in good company.
Why Macquarie Cloud Services
Security expertise you can rely on.
Sovereign security operations, sector-aligned support and proven capability for Australian organisations.
Government-grade security
Trusted to secure 42% of Federal agencies, with threat intelligence from 40+ curated feeds.
100% Australian SOC
Your environment is monitored 24×7 by government-cleared onshore analysts who understand your environment.
Recognised cyber expertise
Be supported by Australian security specialists recognised in leading global cyber competitions, including Trend Micro and MITRE UseCon.
Fast, structured response
Defined triage and escalation processes help accelerate investigation and reduce response delays.
Microsoft-aligned security
Azure Expert MSP and Microsoft Intelligent Security Association member with deep Sentinel experience.
Leading customer support
Get consistent support from Australian engineers focused on responsiveness, continuity and long-term partnership.
Our big box ticks all of yours
Security and compliance you can depend on.
ISO/IEC 27001
ISO/IEC 27017
PCI-DSS
IRAP assessed
DISP
Essential 8
Contact us
Talk to an expert.
We’re here to guide you through your next steps.
- 1800 004 943
- Level 15, 2 Market Street Sydney, NSW, Australia
Managed SOC FAQs
What is a managed SOC?
A managed SOC provides continuous monitoring, investigation and response to cyber threats on your behalf. As a managed SOC service provider, we operate 24×7 security monitoring using Australian-based analysts, supported by AI-driven triage and government-grade threat intelligence.
What does SOC monitoring as a service include?
SOC monitoring as a service includes real-time alert monitoring, investigation, triage, escalation and guided response. We filter noise, prioritise real threats and escalate only what requires action, reducing operational load on your internal team.
How quickly does your SOC respond to incidents?
Our managed SOC delivers a 3-minute mean time to respond (MTTR) and a 7-minute mean time to contain (MTTC). AI-assisted triage combined with experienced Australian analysts enables fast investigation, escalation and containment of threats.
Is your managed SOC based in Australia?
Yes. Our managed SOC is 100% Australian-based and sovereign. All monitoring, investigation and response is delivered by onshore analysts, with no offshore processing, supporting data sovereignty, regulatory compliance and faster response times.
How does your managed SOC reduce alert fatigue?
Our managed SOC uses an AI-powered SOC Optimiser to reduce false positives and accelerate triage. Automated analysis filters low-value alerts so analysts focus on real threats, improving detection quality and reducing noise across your environment.
How does a managed SOC differ from MDR or managed XDR?
A managed SOC provides the operational foundation for security monitoring and response. MDR and managed XDR security services sit on top of the SOC, adding endpoint, identity and cloud detection capabilities. Our managed SOC integrates seamlessly with managed MDR, managed XDR and SIEM services as your security program matures.
From our experts
Explore our insights.
Insights to help you strengthen protection, simplify security operations and respond faster to emerging cyber threats across your environment.
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