The only way to minimize attacks and breaches is to be an expert in security tools. Beyond that, your IT team needs the investigative cybersecurity experience to meet the 1-10-60 standard.
Rapid response.
Ridge IT helps clients implement proven cybersecurity solutions that meet today’s cyber threat landscape.
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Complete Architecture
We understand that every client’s needs are unique. Ridge IT is a fully managed Cyber Security (CS) Firm, so whether you’re needing a single SKU or a comprehensive Managed Service Provider, we have a team of brilliant technical minds to meet each client’s needs. As solutions experts, we can conduct threat searches, environment updates, and cyber security SIEM integration, so no matter what you have a curated solution to your problem.
As a Zscaler Service Partner of the Year recipient, Ridge IT is one of only a few select authorized Managed Service Partners (MSP) of Zscaler and is one of the first 50 named Okta Partners in the U.S. In addition, we are a certified Microsoft Direct Gold Partner as well as an MSP for Microsoft. For Crowdstrike, we’re a seller of CS and an Authorized FEDRAMP MSP.
Ridge IT Cyber specializes in the architecture of solutions that meet the challenges our customers face, whether related to compliance with legal policies or reaching operational goals within a budget. In other words, we excel in prioritizing your IT needs to improve operations while meeting your objectives.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Mimecast defense-in-depth architecture layers multiple security technologies including anti-virus scanning, static file analysis, sandboxing, social graphing, and natural language processing to create comprehensive protection. Each layer examines different threat vectors, ensuring that sophisticated attacks cannot bypass all security controls simultaneously. The platform integrates with endpoint security tools, SIEM systems, and identity management platforms to correlate email threats with broader security events. Our cross-platform security approach extends this layered protection model across all communication channels and security tools.
Mimecast sandboxing technology creates isolated virtual environments where suspicious attachments and URLs execute safely, revealing malicious behavior before reaching end users. The platform emulates multiple operating systems, software versions, and user interactions to trigger sophisticated malware that might remain dormant under simple analysis. Advanced behavioral analysis identifies zero-day threats based on suspicious activities like registry modifications, network communications, or file system changes. Our cybersecurity solutions combine sandboxing with real-time threat intelligence to stop advanced persistent threats.
Mimecast API integration with Microsoft 365 enables comprehensive analysis of historical email communications, providing context that gateway-only solutions cannot access. The platform reviews existing email patterns, communication relationships, and content history to establish accurate behavioral baselines for each user. API connectivity allows real-time scanning of internal emails and post-delivery threat remediation when new threats are identified. Our cross-platform security solutions seamlessly integrate with existing Microsoft environments to provide layered protection without disrupting productivity.
Mimecast advanced BEC protection combines social graphing, natural language processing, and behavioral analytics to detect sophisticated business email compromise attempts before financial damage occurs. The platform analyzes communication patterns to identify when external attackers impersonate executives, suppliers, or trusted partners requesting urgent financial transactions or sensitive information. Advanced algorithms detect subtle indicators like unusual sending times, uncharacteristic language patterns, or requests that deviate from normal business processes. Our cybersecurity experts configure these advanced protections to match specific organizational communication flows and approval processes.
Mimecast computer vision technology analyzes email attachments, embedded images, and visual content for hidden malicious elements that traditional scanning methods cannot detect. The system examines image-based phishing attempts, steganography attacks where malware hides within legitimate-looking images, and QR code threats that redirect users to malicious websites. Computer vision algorithms detect subtle visual manipulations, logos designed to impersonate trusted brands, and suspicious image metadata that indicates potential threats. Our cross-platform security solutions extend visual threat detection across multiple communication channels.
Mimecast natural language processing (NLP) examines message content for linguistic indicators of fraud, including urgency markers, gift card requests, communication channel switches, and thread hijacking attempts. The AI-powered system identifies subtle language patterns that human reviewers often miss, such as uncharacteristic writing styles, grammatical anomalies, or suspicious phrasing that differs from the sender's normal communication. Advanced NLP models can detect AI-generated content and fictitious email threads designed to establish false trust relationships. Our cross-platform security approach extends these linguistic analysis capabilities across all communication channels.
Mimecast social graphing technology analyzes sending patterns and communication relationships to identify anomalous behavior that indicates potential threats. The platform builds detailed models of normal communication flows, learning who employees typically communicate with, when they send messages, and their usual communication patterns. When attackers compromise accounts or attempt business email compromise (BEC) attacks, social graphing immediately detects deviations from established behavioral baselines. Our cybersecurity solutions leverage these behavioral analytics to stop sophisticated attacks before they succeed.
Our managed IT integrates security from day one. While traditional MSPs focus on uptime and helpdesk tickets, we prevent breaches by building security into every service. When you split MSP and MSSP providers, you risk security gaps and finger-pointing during incidents. Our integrated approach delivers compliance with 15-minute response times - all through a single provider.
Traditional security assumes everything inside your network is safe - that's why 94% of breaches start with compromised credentials. Our managed IT implements Zero Trust to verify every access request, reducing your attack surface by 90%. By preventing lateral movement through segmentation and continuous monitoring, we stop basic breaches from escalating into six-figure disasters.
We transform compliance from annual firefighting into continuous validation. Our managed IT automatically maps your controls to frameworks like CMMC, NIST, and HIPAA. Instead of scrambling before audits, our continuous monitoring and remediation maintains audit-ready documentation, with monthly reports showing your exact compliance status across every framework. Managed services, done right.
The ONE Platform eliminates the complexity of juggling multiple providers and tools. Our managed IT integrates security, compliance and infrastructure management into a single pane of glass. With automated security validation and 15-minute response times, we deliver military-grade protection without enterprise complexity or cost.
Our managed IT leverages CrowdStrike's 99.9% breach prevention rate and user-friendly incident response interface. During an attack, you get clear visibility of affected systems and one-click isolation of compromised devices. Unlike competitors, CrowdStrike's advanced AI detection spots threats other tools miss, making it ideal for businesses without large security teams.
Most providers let technical debt accumulate as you grow. Our managed IT starts with architecture that scales from 50 to 1000+ users without rework. We design and implement solutions that grow with you, preventing the costly rebuilds and security gaps that come from outgrowing your infrastructure.
Rather than managing multiple security tools independently, our managed IT creates a unified security fabric. We integrate identity management with network and endpoint security, so one tool's detection triggers automated responses across your entire security stack. This integration provides Fortune 500 protection without Fortune 500 complexity.
Instead of endless security tools, our managed IT starts by making your business harder to target. We use advanced scanning and remediation to eliminate exposed services, while hiding critical assets behind multiple security layers. By "going dark" to attackers while maintaining business operations, we reduce your risk of becoming a target.
Our managed IT adapts to your company. We can integrate existing tools into our security architecture while adjusting our pricing to accommodate current contracts. This lets you transition to better security without paying twice or disrupting operations.
Unlike providers that just alert you to problems, our managed IT includes complete incident response. Our rapid response team isolates threats, prevents spread, and restores operations - all while maintaining detailed documentation for compliance and insurance requirements.
At Ridge IT Cyber, we have developed a methodology for responding to breaches designed to attack, measure, and improve our clients' cyber posture. To be effective, today's cyber security strategies must move from a defensive-centric posture to an offensive-centric stance. The best way to do this is to attack continuously. We aim to detect in 1 minute, investigate in 10 minutes, and act in 60 minutes.
The only way to minimize attacks and breaches is to be an expert in your security tools. Beyond expertise in a tool, you must also possess investigative cybersecurity experience to meet the 1-10-60 standard. Ridge IT Cyber specializes in best-in-class solutions with the knowledge required to leverage their capabilities to the maximum effect. We represent the finest solutions on the market today. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you improve your cyber posture.
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Rapid response times, with around the clock IT support, from Inc. Magazine’s #1 MSSP.
Rapid response times, with around the clock IT support, from Inc. Magazine’s #1 MSSP.