ForeNova: Boston MSSP
Provider Snapshot
- Core services
- Managed Detection & Response (MDR), Network Security Monitoring, Threat Intelligence +2 more
- Platforms
- CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender, Fortinet +1 more
- Client focus
- SMB (51-200), Mid-Market (201-1000), Enterprise (1000+)
- Response SLA
- 30 minutes
- Website
- forenova.com
ForeNova is a Boston, MA provider of Managed Detection & Response (MDR), Network Security Monitoring, Threat Intelligence, Incident Response and Endpoint Protection, run from a single SOC with analysts in the US and Europe. It serves Manufacturing, Healthcare, Technology, Financial Services and Energy & Utilities organizations from SMB through Enterprise, backing SOC 2 and GDPR compliance work with a response SLA of 30 minutes.
Company Details
- Headquarters
- Boston, MA
- Founded
- 2020
- Employees
- 51-200
- SOCs
- 1
- Response SLA
- 30 minutes
Pricing
- Pricing Model
- Per device
- Starting Price
- Custom quote
About ForeNova
ForeNova focuses on network detection and response, using AI-driven analysis of network traffic to identify threats that endpoint-based tools miss. Their NovaCommand platform monitors east-west and north-south traffic patterns to detect lateral movement, data exfiltration, and command-and-control communications. ForeNova's managed service wraps expert analysis around their network detection technology, providing organizations with both the tools and the expertise to monitor their network for sophisticated threats. They are particularly effective in environments with significant operational technology or IoT infrastructure where traditional endpoint agents cannot be deployed.
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ForeNova offers 5 security services. Click any service to see other providers that offer it.
Industries Served
ForeNova has experience serving 5 industries, including the regulatory requirements and security challenges unique to each.
Supported Platforms
ForeNova supports 4 security platforms. MSSPs with hands-on experience in your tools can onboard faster and tune detections more accurately.
Client Company Sizes
ForeNova serves SMB (51-200), Mid-Market (201-1000), Enterprise (1000+) organizations. Providers focused on your company size tend to offer pricing and service levels that match your budget and team capacity.
Compliance Frameworks Supported
ForeNova provides compliance support for 3 frameworks. Compliance support typically includes control mapping, evidence collection, audit preparation, and ongoing monitoring to keep you audit-ready year-round.
ForeNova Categories and Capabilities
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Regions served
- Europe
- Global
- Latin America
- North America
Verified capabilities
- 24/7 Monitoring
- Managed Detection & Response
- Managed SIEM
- Managed XDR
- Threat Hunting
- Incident Response Retainer
- Vulnerability Management
- Cloud Security
- Network Security
- Endpoint Security
- Compliance Services
- SOC as a Service
- Log Management
- Red Team Services
Technology integrations
- Microsoft Azure
What Should You Ask When Evaluating ForeNova?
Before engaging any MSSP, use these questions to assess whether the provider is the right fit for your organization. These apply to ForeNova and any other provider on your shortlist.
- What is included in the base service vs. what costs extra? Clarify whether incident response, compliance reporting, and additional log source onboarding are included or billed separately.
- What response actions does the provider take directly? Some MSSPs only send alerts for your team to act on. Others take containment actions like host isolation or account lockout on your behalf.
- What does the onboarding process look like? Ask about typical onboarding timelines, how much work your team needs to put in, and when full monitoring coverage goes live.
- Can you provide references from similar organizations? Ask for references from companies in your industry and size segment. The experience of similar organizations is the best predictor of how the MSSP will perform for you.
- What happens if we need to switch providers? Understand data portability, contract termination terms, and transition support. A transparent exit process is a sign of a provider that prioritizes long-term trust over lock-in.
Coverage and Credentials
What security services does ForeNova provide?
ForeNova provides Managed Detection & Response (MDR), Network Security Monitoring, Threat Intelligence, Incident Response, and Endpoint Protection.
Which industries does ForeNova serve?
ForeNova serves Manufacturing, Healthcare, Technology, Financial Services, and Energy & Utilities.
What size organizations does ForeNova support?
ForeNova supports SMB (51-200), Mid-Market (201-1000), and Enterprise (1000+) organizations.
Which security platforms does ForeNova work with?
ForeNova works with CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender, Fortinet, and Palo Alto Networks.
Where does ForeNova operate security operations centers?
ForeNova operates security operations centers in US and Europe.
How many security operations centers does ForeNova operate?
ForeNova operates 1 security operations center.
How quickly does ForeNova respond to incidents?
ForeNova states a response time SLA of 30 minutes.
Which compliance frameworks does ForeNova support?
ForeNova supports SOC 2, GDPR, and ISO 27001.
Market Context
Selected insights from 404 MSSPs in our dataset
- Platform54% of MSSPs support CrowdStrike Falcon
- Platform48% of MSSPs support Fortinet
- Capability44% of MSSPs offer Threat Hunting
- Capability28% of MSSPs offer Managed XDR
- Industry44% of MSSPs serve Energy & Utilities organizations
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