M365 security GAP Analysis

Determine the difference between your current and ideal state of business security

Microsoft 365 Security GAP Analysis

Only through acquiring complete visibility over your existing Microsoft infrastructure, can you discover potential gaps in your security systems.

Our experts are here to help you gain the knowledge needed to make informed security decisions.

This web app assessment has been vital to our business. Not only were we taken through any potential risks, but we were also given thorough guidance on how to mitigate them, in a language we were able to understand. Being given this information has been invaluable in ensuring our data is protected.

Coller Capital

Sandeep Grewal – Senior Cyber Security Manager

WHAT IS A SECURITY GAP ANALYSIS?

Our comprehensive gap assessment and analysis is a technical cyber security risk assessment of your M365 infrastructure, relating specifically to Microsoft 365 Cloud services. In carrying out this gap and risk assessment, we’ll help you understand how your technical controls are configured, where they could be improved and in turn, how to effectively implement them.

Benchmarked against cyber security industry-standard controls, such as:

✅ NCSC government best practice
✅ Microsoft 365 security guidelines
✅ Cyber Essentials Plus

You’ll ultimately gain an in-depth understanding of your your Microsoft 365 security posture.

WHAT’S INCLUDED IN A COMPREHENSIVE GAP ANALYSIS?

multiple in-depth assessments

Following an extensive audit of your infrastructure and security program, your team will receive a detailed report, covering a number of comprehensive assessments:

A gap discovery on your existing Microsoft 365 and Azure tenancies

A detailed Power BI report with actionable intelligence, highlighting cyber security threats, risk exposure, mitigating controls, quick wins and remediation steps

Internal & external infrastructure vulnerability assessments

Internal network security review

Formal action report with expert suggestions on cyber risk remediation

Strategic gap workshop to review report findings and discuss the subsequent solutions

Cyber Essentials Plus readiness assessment

Speak to
OUR Experts

Discover what we can do for your business.

Our people deliver trusted Microsoft cloud & cyber services with a particular focus on Microsoft 365, Azure & Sentinel technologies. We aim to help your organisation achieve tangible benefits, whilst improving the experience, effectiveness and information security, of your people at work.

Learn more about our Microsoft Sentinel

GAP Analysis BOLT-ONS

For those who want to delve even deeper into the security framework of their Microsoft cloud environment, we provide additional GAP analysis infrastructure bolt-ons.

Our Microsoft-certified team can explore areas such as:

✅ Dev ops
✅ Azure VM
✅ Defender for Cloud
✅ Microsoft Intune

Developed to ensure all of the important and critical assets of your infrastructure and security requirements are met, our security gap assessment is a great solution for those who need actionable insights and clear next steps to improve their cyber safety posture.

Our CERTIFICATIONS

Recognised Expertise, accredited by the best

IASME Cyber Assurance

Microsoft Solutions Partner

GIAC Security Essentials

ISO 27001

Certificationser Essentials Plus Certification

Cyber Essentials
Plus

CREST Certified

Why choose stripe olt services?

Microsoft Specialists

Certified Microsoft Solutions Partner

Whether you need to enhance collaboration with applications like Microsoft SharePoint and Microsoft Teams, or secure your environment with Azure Sentinel, you can trust in our highly certified Microsoft team.

Award Winning

Award-Winning Service Desk

With over 18 year’s experience, we’ve built a reputation we’re proud of. Winning awards for both our managed IT and managed security services means we don’t just claim to be the experts. With Stripe OLT you are guaranteed an exceptional experience.

Cyber Security Professionals

Accredited Security Experts

Employing both ex-government and military veterans, we ensure our clients are protected by the best. Our engineers are IASME, CREST & Microsoft security certified (to name a few), consistently performing at a high level, 24/7.

Cloud Expertise

Specialists in Azure Cloud Services

At Stripe OLT we specialise in secure cloud technology, with a particular focus on Microsoft Azure. Our experts will empower you with the most appropriate, reliable and tailored cloud services, for maximum benefit whether you need a full managed services provider for private, public or hybrid cloud.

Speak to the experts

Want to understand more about how our team can support your requirements? Fill our the form and we be in touch shortly.

security Gap Analysis FAQs

WHAT IS A SECURITY GAP ANALYSIS AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT?

A security gap assessment or analysis is a systematic assessment of an organization’s security standards and practices to identify gaps or deficiencies in its security posture. It involves comparing the existing security framework and practices against industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and organizational goals.

The primary purpose of a security and gap analysis report is to identify areas where current information security posture and efforts fall short, to prioritize actions to address those gaps and to deter future cyber attackers by reducing residual risk as much as possible.

WHAT ARE THE MAIN CAUSES OF SECURITY GAPS AND HOW CAN THEY BE ADDRESSED?

A cyber security gap potentially occurs due to inadequate policies, lack of employee awareness, weak access controls, system vulnerabilities, insufficient network security, ineffective incident response plans, and third-party threats.

To reduce gaps, organisations should establish comprehensive policies, provide regular employee training, implement strong access controls, patch and assess vulnerabilities, strengthen network protection, develop effective incident response plans, and manage third-party risks. Continuous monitoring, testing, and improvement are crucial. By taking these measures, organisations can enhance their security controls, minimize the risk of incidents, reduce cyber risks, and protect sensitive data and systems.

HOW DOES THE PROCESS OF AN IT SECURITY GAP ANALYSIS WORK?

The process of cyber gap analysis involves defining processes, gathering information, identifying standards, conducting assessments, prioritising and analysing gaps, developing a remediation plan, implementing measures, monitoring progress, and reviewing the analysis.

It is a pragmatic approach that considers the organisation’s size, its specific industry requirements, risk profile, and compliance requirements. By comparing existing security measures against benchmarks, identifying gaps, and prioritizing actions, organisations can target improvements to address deficiencies. Ongoing monitoring and evaluation of important assets ensure the effectiveness of remediation measures and periodic reviews & updates keep the analysis relevant to evolving threats and industry standards.

WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A SECURITY GAP ANALYSIS AND A CYBER SECURITY RISK ASSESSMENT?

A security gap analysis evaluates an organisation’s existing security measures against standards and identifies specific deficiencies for targeted improvements, it focuses on identifying gaps in security controls, policies, and practices. A cyber security risk assessment, on the other hand, provides a broader evaluation of potential risks and threats faced by an organisation. It analyses the likelihood and potential consequences of specific events to prioritise risk management efforts. While a gap assessment emphasises specific shortcomings, a cyber security risk assessment provides a comprehensive analysis of risks and their impacts. Both processes contribute to enhancing cybersecurity posture and risk management practices.

WHAT IS A MICROSOFT 365 SECURITY GAP ANALYSIS AND HOW DOES IT BENEFIT BUSINESSES?

A Microsoft 365 Security Gap Analysis is a comprehensive risk assessment conducted to identify vulnerabilities, compliance issues, weaknesses, and gaps in the security program of an organization’s Microsoft 365 environment. It involves a thorough review of existing security controls, configurations, policies, user access controls, data protection mechanisms, and threat detection capabilities. It enables businesses to strengthen their security measures within the Microsoft 365 environment and safeguard their digital assets.

HOW CAN A MICROSOFT SECURITY GAP ANALYSIS HELP IN IDENTIFYING AND MITIGATING SECURITY RISKS?

By conducting a Microsoft Security Gap Analysis, businesses gain valuable insights into their cybersecurity posture within their M365 estate, allowing them to identify specific areas of vulnerability and take proactive measures to mitigate security risks. It helps organisations implement appropriate security policies and controls, enhance incident response capabilities continuously monitor them, ensure organisational commitment to compliance, and protect their valuable data and systems from potential threats and data breach risk.

Our latest security GAP Analysis Insights