ISG to Evaluate Cybersecurity Services, Solutions Providers

Core Insights - Information Services Group (ISG) has initiated a research study to evaluate cybersecurity service providers, focusing on helping enterprises protect sensitive data and enhance cyber resilience [1][2]. Industry Overview - The cybersecurity market is undergoing a reorganization into distinct capability domains, driven by expanding regulatory demands and the need for enterprises to achieve cyber resilience through strategic and technical execution [2][4]. - Enterprises across various industries are facing increasing pressure to secure complex IT architectures and respond to AI-enabled attacks, leading to a demand for strategic cybersecurity services aligned with governance and risk management [4][5]. Research Study Details - The study will culminate in a series of ISG Provider Lens reports titled "Cybersecurity — Services and Solutions," set to be published in July 2026, covering various cybersecurity service categories [2][3]. - The research will include surveys distributed to over 350 cybersecurity providers, resulting in seven quadrants that represent the types of cybersecurity services enterprises are purchasing [5]. Quadrants of Cybersecurity Services - Strategic Security Services (SSS): Focuses on consulting-led services for strategy, governance, and risk management [5]. - Technical Security Services (TSS): Involves the design and implementation of IT and OT security technologies [5]. - Next-gen SOC/MDR Services: Covers continuous threat monitoring and response services [5]. - Risk-based Vulnerability Management: Evaluates providers on their ability to conduct continuous vulnerability assessments [5]. - Post-quantum Encryption Consulting: Assesses providers helping enterprises transition to mitigate quantum computing risks [5]. - Data Leakage/Loss Prevention (DLP) and Data Security: Involves ISVs developing solutions for sensitive data protection [5]. - Extended Detection and Response (XDR): Evaluates ISVs with platforms for detecting and responding to sophisticated threats [6]. Geographic Focus - The reports will analyze the global cybersecurity market, including products and services available in regions such as the U.S., U.K., Australia, Brazil, France, Germany, and Switzerland [6]. Additional Information - The study will feature expanded customer experience data, measuring actual enterprise experiences with specific provider services [7]. - ISG is recognized for its empirical research and market analysis, aiding enterprises in selecting appropriate sourcing partners [8].