DEFEND
Verified profileManaged cybersecurity and SOC services in Auckland
Team size
160 employees
Founded
2015
Support hours
24/7 SOC
About DEFEND
Auckland based DEFEND works only on cybersecurity, helping New Zealand organisations become harder to breach and faster to recover. Its managed services combine a security operations centre with managed detection and response, threat intelligence through its SHERLOCK service and a Cybersecurity Office service that gives clients strategic guidance on risk and governance. DEFEND also delivers penetration testing, security assurance, endpoint protection and incident response, with analysts available on a 24/7 rotation for urgent events. The firm is a Microsoft partner and was named Microsoft Security Partner of the Year for 2025, recognition that reflects its work on the Microsoft security platform. Healthcare, finance, government, education and nonprofit clients appear in its existing profile, and its team supports both private companies and public sector bodies across New Zealand from its Auckland office in Albany.
Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Consulting
- Endpoint Security
- Penetration Testing
- Security Operations Center
- Identity & Access Management
- Incident Response
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Frequently asked questions
What managed security services does DEFEND offer in Auckland?
DEFEND provides managed security services in Auckland through its security operations centre, managed detection and response, endpoint security and its iCE monitoring service for Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365. Analysts watch for threats, investigate alerts and help clients respond quickly.
Who does DEFEND serve and where?
DEFEND serves organisations across New Zealand, including healthcare, finance, government, education and nonprofit clients, from its Auckland base. The company focuses only on cybersecurity, so it suits organisations that want specialist managed security rather than general IT support services.
Can DEFEND respond to incidents outside business hours?
Yes, DEFEND runs a 24/7 on call rotation for incident response in Auckland and across New Zealand. Its operations engineers triage alerts, isolate compromised systems, document findings and guide remediation, so clients get help at night and on weekends too.
