GlobalLogic Inc. is pleased to announce the opening of a new Security Operations Center (SOC) in Kraków, Poland that utilizes the capabilities of Hitachi Cyber. This announcement comes as organizations face a critical moment in cybersecurity, with the start of 2025 bringing heightened risks from AI-driven attacks, ransomware-as-a-service, and supply chain vulnerabilities. 

According to recent reports by ENISA, cyber incidents across Europe have doubled in 2024, and the impact on critical sectors such as healthcare, energy, and manufacturing has been profound. 

24/7 monitoring and tailored solutions

Additionally, according to Fortinet's 2024 Global Cybersecurity Skills Gap Report, 70% of companies struggle to safeguard their assets due to a growing shortage of skilled cybersecurity professionals. 

The Kraków SOC is positioned to address these pressing challenges by providing 24/7 monitoring and tailored solutions that help organizations mitigate risks, ensure compliance with regulations like GDPR and NIS2, and build resilience against an increasingly sophisticated threat landscape.

Individual approach and advanced technology

The new SOC offers a unique combination of services, covering the protection of networks, servers

The new SOC offers a unique combination of services, covering the protection of networks, servers, applications, devices, and processes.

These solutions leverage advanced tools for detection, analysis, and response, utilizing — among other technologies — AI capabilities to precisely monitor threats.

Customized approach

The center's offerings are tailored to the specific needs of various sectors, including finance, energy, rail, manufacturing, and healthcare. 

The SOC is distinguished by its customized approach and ability to address the challenges related to operational technology (OT) such as industrial equipment and information technology (IT) such as infrastructure, which requires specialized security measures.

Detection of unusual behaviors

The center focuses on identifying and responding to threats in OT and IT environments, taking into account differences in their architecture, protocols, and communication.

Through the use of advanced tools and AI, the SOC enables the detection of unusual behaviors and rapid responses to potential attacks. In addition, it supports organizations in meeting regulatory requirements, helping them effectively mitigate risks and build resilience.

Growing security needs

These organizations can benefit from a fully operational SOC without incurring the costs of building

The center in Kraków enables the outsourcing of SOC functions, which is particularly attractive to small and medium-sized enterprises.

These organizations can benefit from a fully operational SOC without incurring the costs of building and maintaining their infrastructure. 

SOC-as-a-Service

For large organizations, SOC-as-a-Service offers an opportunity to quickly scale operations in response to growing security needs.

The combination of GlobalLogic’s experience in digital engineering Hitachi’s cybersecurity expertise and Hitachi Europe's complex market overview enables the delivery of a unique solution: GlobalLogic Secure Application Engineering. 

Data protection

As part of this service, security engineers propose enhancements and ensure compliance at every stage of an application's lifecycle, leveraging artificial intelligence to strengthen protective capabilities and introduce innovative security mechanisms.

This solution bridges the gap between security and efficiency-focused engineering, ensuring seamless integration throughout the process. As a result, the Kraków-based SOC offers an innovative approach to data protection.

Creating a digital future

"The opening of our state-of-the-art Security Operations Center in Kraków reflects Hitachi Cyber's unwavering commitment to safeguarding businesses across Europe against an ever-evolving threat landscape," states Matt Castonguay, Chief Revenue Officer at Hitachi Systems Trusted Cyber Management.

"By combining cutting-edge technology with decades of expertise, we are empowering organizations to navigate complexity, ensure compliance, and build resilience in the face of growing cybersecurity challenges."

Kraków's investment in the future 

"This initiative reinforces our vision of creating a secure digital future, where innovation and security go hand in hand," added Castonguay.

"The opening of the SOC in Kraków marks another step in our mission to support European companies in protecting their data and safeguarding their reputations," emphasizes Igor Byeda, Group Vice President, of Europe at GlobalLogic.

Scalable solutions

This state-of-the-art center fully operational, is a strategic point of support for companies in the European region

"Utilizing Hitachi Cyber, we provide clients with comprehensive protection that not only addresses current needs but also prepares them for future challenges."

This state-of-the-art center fully operational, is a strategic point of support for companies in the European region, offering scalable solutions and specialized expertise to address evolving business needs. 

Cost savings

By leveraging the center’s skilled professionals and advanced technologies, organizations can scale their operations efficiently while reducing reliance on internal resources and optimizing security processes, resulting in significant cost savings of £1 to £3 million annually for large organizations. 

Through the integration of global expertise, local resources, and advanced technologies, the newly launched SOC is an important contribution to building a secure digital ecosystem in Poland and across the continent.

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