Managed SOC: Cybersecurity for Critical Infrastructure (KRITIS) 24/7 protection for government agencies, operators of critical infrastructure, and the healthcare sector

Cyberattacks on government agencies, hospitals, and critical infrastructure are on the rise, targeting organizations that cannot afford downtime. At the same time, regulatory pressure is increasing: NIS-2, BSI IT-Grundschutz, and the KRITIS Regulation require verifiable security measures and audit-ready processes. However, setting up an in-house Security Operations Center is neither economically nor staffing-wise realistic for most organizations.

]init[ takes on precisely this task: with a Managed SOC that continuously monitors, detects threats, and responds in a structured manner in the event of an emergency—without requiring organizations to dedicate their own shift or on-call staff. Our goal: secure operations while minimizing false alerts. To achieve this, we rely on smart automation and qualified incident assessment by our analysis team of over 70 experts.

Two models—one goal: secure systems

Our Managed SOC is not a one-size-fits-all solution. We tailor the model to your organization and offer two different options. Both are modular in design. You start with what you need today and scale as your requirements grow.

Managed SOC

]init[ handles all aspects of monitoring, analysis, and incident response. You receive professional security monitoring without having to manage it yourself. Suitable for organizations that want to fully outsource their IT security.

Co-Managed SOC

Your internal IT or security team works closely with our experts. We supplement your capacity, handle night and weekend shifts, and provide specialized expertise where it’s needed. This solution is particularly well-suited for larger government agencies and KRITIS operators with existing security teams.

In both scenarios, your organization’s existing tools can continue to be used and integrated (SIEM/EDR/Identity/Cloud/SaaS). If desired, we integrate our services into your existing system landscape and processes. Our focus is on identifying incidents right where they are actually handled: with context, priority, and concrete recommendations.

As part of our SOC service, we process your data exclusively in Germany—in data centers certified to ISO/IEC 27001 and C5 Type 2. You retain data sovereignty at all times, and processing is carried out in compliance with the GDPR.

What Our SOC Does for You

24/7 Security Monitoring

Unsere Expert:innen überwachen Ihre IT-Umgebung rund um die Uhr: Rechenzentren, Netzwerke, Endpoints, Cloud- und Hybrid-Infrastrukturen sowie branchenspezifische Fachverfahren und Krankenhaussysteme. Der Fokus liegt auf Verfügbarkeit, Integrität und Vertraulichkeit Ihrer Systeme.

Bedrohungsszenarien werden entlang des MITRE ATT&CK-Frameworks abgebildet. Ransomware, Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) und Datenabfluss stehen dabei ebenso im Blick wie branchenspezifische Angriffsmuster auf OT-Umgebungen oder medizinische Systeme.

Incident Response and Escalation

When a security incident occurs, every minute counts. Our teams conduct a professional assessment of incidents, classify their criticality and impact, and escalate them according to agreed-upon playbooks. The time from the initial alert to the initial triage, as well as from the reporting of a potential security incident to the completion of the technical context analysis, is a maximum of 60 minutes. We provide clear recommendations for action and assist with legal reporting obligations to the BSI and data protection authorities. Response measures are initiated immediately upon completion of the analysis, in accordance with the incident classification.

SIEM Operations and Log Management

We manage your SIEM environment, centrally collect security-related logs, and correlate events in an audit-proof manner. Through targeted rule sets, we reduce false positives and ensure that your analysts—both internal and external—remain focused on relevant alerts.

Governance, Reporting and Compliance

Transparency toward management, information security officers (ISOs), and regulatory authorities is not just a nice-to-have—it’s a requirement. Our reports provide key metrics, trend analyses, and clear recommendations for action in easy-to-understand language. They are audit-ready, transparent, and tailored to your report recipients.

Ensuring Compliance with Regulatory Requirements

For public institutions, KRITIS operators, and the healthcare sector, compliance is not an option but a requirement. Our Managed SOC is designed to provide verifiable support for compliance with key regulations:

• NIS 2 Directive – reporting requirements, risk management, and security measures for operators of essential and important facilities
• BSI IT-Grundschutz – structured security measures in accordance with a recognized German standard
• KRITIS Regulation – protective measures for operators of critical infrastructure
• ISO/IEC 27001 – international standard for information security management systems
• GDPR – data protection-compliant processing and logging of security-related events
• Industry-specific requirements in healthcare – including B3S standards for hospitals and medical providers

All processes are documented in an audit-proof manner and designed to be audit-ready – for both internal audits and external regulatory authorities.

Assessed Incidents Instead of a Flood of Alerts

No blind alert forwarding—just expert incident assessments: Our SOC engineers ensure a high degree of automation, allowing our analysis team to prioritize incidents, carefully weigh risks, and escalate them in a targeted manner. Every classification is justified and auditable (evidence, affected systems/identities, impact assessment, recommended actions).

• 70+ infosec specialists – expert analysis by experienced analysts
• XDR – Correlation across EDR, NDR, SIEM, cloud, and identity ensures a significantly reduced false-positive rate and a complete view of attacks in APT scenarios. (SOC)
• Collaboration with, among others, NetWitness, Palo Alto Cortex, and Honeypot 2.0.
• SOAR (]init[ React Service) – playbooks and automated initial responses, human-in-the-loop for regulated environments, audit-proof processes. (SOC)

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions About Managed SOC

What is a Managed SOC?

A Managed SOC (Security Operations Center) is an external service that handles the continuous monitoring, detection, and response to cyber threats. Organizations receive professional 24/7 protection without having to build and operate their own SOC team.

What is the difference between a Managed SOC and a Co-Managed SOC?

With a Managed SOC, ]init[ handles all SOC tasks entirely. With a Co-Managed SOC, external analysts work alongside the internal security team—ideal for organizations that have their own capabilities but want to expand them in specific areas.

Which regulations does a Managed SOC support?

Our Managed SOC supports compliance with NIS-2, BSI IT-Grundschutz, the KRITIS Regulation, ISO/IEC 27001, the GDPR, and industry-specific requirements in the healthcare sector.

Who is Managed SOC suitable for?

A Managed SOC is designed for organizations with heightened security needs: ministries, government agencies, municipal institutions, KRITIS operators, as well as hospitals, medical providers, and healthcare networks.

How quickly can a Managed SOC be implemented?

That depends on the existing infrastructure and the chosen model. ]init[ guides you through the entire onboarding process—from the initial assessment through integration to live operation.