Delivering Managed Detection and Response (MDR) and 24×7 SOC Operations for Emkan Finance

About The Customer

Emkan Finance operates within a regulated financial environment, requiring continuous monitoring, threat detection, and rapid response capabilities to maintain a strong cybersecurity posture.

To enhance its security operations and meet regulatory expectations, the organization initiated the establishment of a 24×7 Managed Detection and Response (MDR) capability supported by a hybrid operating model.

This engagement delivered a fully operational SOC capability, integrating advanced detection technologies, structured processes, and expert resources to enable continuous monitoring, improved threat detection, and efficient incident response.

Engagement Snapshot

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Problem Statement

Limited continuous monitoring and need for a structured, scalable security operations capability

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Proposed Solution

Design and implementation of a SAMA-aligned 24x7 MDR and SOC operating model with integrated SIEM and SOAR capabilities

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Outcome

Enhanced threat detection, reduced response times, and a mature, scalable security operations function

The Challenge

  • Need to establish continuous 24×7 security monitoring capabilities
  • Limited visibility into threats across the security landscape
  • Requirement to align SOC operations with regulatory expectations
  • Need for efficient incident detection, analysis, and response processes
  • Balancing internal capabilities with external expertise for long-term sustainability

Our Methodology

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Hybrid SOC

Designed a hybrid SOC operating model combining dedicated expertise with internal resources

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Platform Optimization

Implemented and optimized SIEM and SOAR platforms for centralized monitoring and automated response

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Threat Response

Established structured processes for threat detection, analysis, and incident response

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Operational Oversight

Provided dedicated SOC leadership and specialist resources to oversee operations

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Intelligence Integration

Integrated threat intelligence to enhance detection accuracy and contextual awareness

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Team Enablement

Enabled collaboration, knowledge transfer, and capability building within internal teams

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Compliance Alignment

Ensured alignment with Saudi Central Bank cybersecurity requirements

The Outcome

  • Established a fully operational 24×7 MDR and SOC capability
  • Improved threat detection accuracy through enhanced monitoring and intelligence integration
  • Reduced incident response times through automation and structured processes
  • Strengthened overall security operations and resilience
  • Enabled a scalable and sustainable model for ongoing cybersecurity operations
  • Achieved alignment with regulatory and audit expectations

Key Highlights

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SOC Deployment

SAMA-aligned 24x7 MDR and SOC implementation

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Platform Integration

Integration of SIEM, SOAR, and threat intelligence capabilities

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Delivery Model

Hybrid delivery model combining external expertise and internal teams

What Emkan Finance Says About The Outcome

Through this engagement, Emkan Finance established a mature and continuously operating security function, enabling stronger threat detection, faster response, and improved resilience across its security landscape.
Fahad Al Shammari, Head of Security OperationsHead of Security Operations
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