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Palo Alto Networks Unit 42

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Provider Snapshot

Core services
Managed Detection & Response (MDR), Cloud Security, Incident Response +5 more
Platforms
Palo Alto Networks, CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender +3 more
Client focus
Mid-Market (201-1000), Enterprise (1000+)
Response SLA
15 minutes
Website
paloaltonetworks.com

Company Details

Headquarters
Santa Clara, CA
Founded
2005
Employees
1000+
SOCs
3
Response SLA
15 minutes

Pricing

Pricing Model
Custom
Starting Price
Custom quote

About Palo Alto Networks Unit 42

Palo Alto Networks combines its industry-leading security product portfolio with managed services through the Cortex XMDR platform and Unit 42 threat intelligence team. Their managed services integrate natively with the broader Palo Alto ecosystem including next-gen firewalls, Prisma Cloud, and Cortex XDR, creating a tightly unified security stack. They are best suited for organizations already invested in or planning to adopt Palo Alto technology, offering deep expertise that maximizes the value of the platform investment.

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Services Offered

Palo Alto Networks Unit 42 offers 8 security services. Click any service to see other providers that offer it.

Industries Served

Palo Alto Networks Unit 42 has experience serving 8 industries, including the regulatory requirements and security challenges unique to each.

Supported Platforms

Palo Alto Networks Unit 42 supports 6 security platforms. MSSPs with hands-on experience in your tools can onboard faster and tune detections more accurately.

Client Company Sizes

Palo Alto Networks Unit 42 serves 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

Palo Alto Networks Unit 42 provides compliance support for 5 frameworks. Compliance support typically includes control mapping, evidence collection, audit preparation, and ongoing monitoring to keep you audit-ready year-round.

SOC 2HIPAAPCI DSSGDPRISO 27001

Certifications Held

Palo Alto Networks Unit 42 holds 2 certifications. Each certification means the provider passed an independent audit of their security practices, operations, or technical skills.

SOC 2 Type IIISO 27001

What Should You Ask When Evaluating Palo Alto Networks Unit 42?

Before engaging any MSSP, use these questions to assess whether the provider is the right fit for your organization. These apply to Palo Alto Networks Unit 42 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.

Market Context

Selected insights from 401 MSSPs in our dataset

  • Platform55% of MSSPs support CrowdStrike Falcon
  • Platform55% of MSSPs support Splunk
  • Capability44% of MSSPs offer Threat Hunting
  • Capability29% of MSSPs offer Managed XDR
  • Industry54% of MSSPs serve Retail & E-Commerce organizations