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We performed a comparison between Check Point ThreatCloud Managed Security Services and Symantec Cyber Security Services [EOL] based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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"It was easily configured and offered one more layer of security in our environment as the monitoring provided by the dashboard is very complete.""We have not seen a security capacity equal to that of Check Point in other manufacturers.""This tool helps validate threats at a global level.""We get analysis and can take into consideration the critical alerts found at any time. This gives us security and stability.""The reports it shares with the IT team provide the feedback necessary to see what needs to change and what needs to continue to be done.""Advanced threat intelligence reports have enabled each department to coordinate roles and put security measures in place.""The most outstanding characteristic that we can see is having something in place that allows any network administrator to apply security policies throughout the company's network."

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"The most valuable features are the firewall and the IPS.""The solution is very easy to use. It's not very complicated.""The solution offers good device control.""The technical aspects and the features of this product are all good.""This product has a feature-rich environment that fill the needs of those looking for antivirus but it is more than just a solution for antivirus and cybersecurity services.""The most valuable feature is the management portal."

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"The documentation for the most modern applications of the manufacturer is sometimes not well done or complete.""Sometimes we can see the documentation and follow its instructions to apply a new rule or policy, and sometimes we don't get the expected result by following them.""The next release should have threat indicators that categorize various types of threats and their immediate solution.""At the level of communication through the Check Point Infinity Portal, sometimes the session is closed automatically.""I would like for the service to be a little more accessible for all segments.""We want better customization.""One of the great improvements that must be improved is the support for end users."

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"The stability of the solution could use a lot of improvement. It was our biggest concern.""The solution needs to improve its reporting functionality. That's lacking right now. They need to change the layout or make it more functional.""As far as new ransomware and the next-generation malware is concerned, Symantec is not quite up to the mark.""The reporting has fallen behind competing products and needs to be updated to meet or beat the competition.""Technical support is the one thing about this solution that is not good.""This solution needs to improve with respect to zero-day attack response."

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  • "The list price is approximately $50 USD annually per user."
  • "Currently, we are paying about $3,000-$4,000 yearly. I don't believe there are costs above the standard licensing fee."
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    Top Answer:The most outstanding characteristic that we can see is having something in place that allows any network administrator to apply security policies throughout the company's network.
    Top Answer:The tool does have a high cost compared to others on the market. That said, it has more features.
    Top Answer:We want better customization. We need something that provides us with centralized management of security policies. Right now, the default policies do not always adapt to the specific needs of our… more »
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    Overview

    As network threats grow in quantity and complexity, your organization needs expert help in continuous monitoring of your network, identifying the most important threats and effectively preventing them. Check Point’s new ThreatCloud™ Managed Security Service combines best-of-breed threat prevention technology with expert threat analysis to prevent attacks on your network, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

    Technology alone may not stop advanced threats. You need security experts on hand to interpret and prioritize the critical events that need action. Your designated and highly specialized, in-region security analysts are available 24x7 to act as an extension of your team, continuously monitoring and hunting for advanced threats. Our analysts are some of the best-trained security experts in the world and they leverage state of the art technologies and global threat intelligence to minimize the business impact of cyber attacks. Detect, assess, and respond to attacks faster with Symantec Cyber Security Services.

    Sample Customers
    Morton Salt, Medical Advocacy and Outreach, BH Telecom, Lightbeam Health Solutions, X by Orange, Cadence, Nihondentsu, Datastream Connexion, Good Sam, Omnyway, FIASA, Pacific Life, Banco del Pacifico, Control Southern, Xero, Centrify, Tradair, Laterlite, Phoenix International, Unisinos, Wilkin Chapman, Connexus Energy, Mutua Universal, Smart & Final, Central New Mexico Community Colleg, Grupo Financiero Multiva
    BayWa, Carrington Holding Company, Citizens Business Bank, Englewood Hospital and Medical Center, FBL Financial, Molina Healthcare Inc., Pgi, Sealed Air, TSO cloud
    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Security Firm66%
    Financial Services Firm18%
    Media Company4%
    Government4%
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    Company Size
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    Small Business82%
    Midsize Enterprise9%
    Large Enterprise9%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business70%
    Midsize Enterprise2%
    Large Enterprise28%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business14%
    Midsize Enterprise57%
    Large Enterprise29%
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    Check Point ThreatCloud Managed Security Services is ranked 7th in Managed Security Services with 7 reviews while Symantec Cyber Security Services [EOL] doesn't meet the minimum requirements to be ranked in Managed Security Services. Check Point ThreatCloud Managed Security Services is rated 8.8, while Symantec Cyber Security Services [EOL] is rated 7.8. The top reviewer of Check Point ThreatCloud Managed Security Services writes "Easy to configure with good blocking capabilities and good reports". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Symantec Cyber Security Services [EOL] writes "Mature, stable, and reduces threats.Symantec Managed Security Services has been relatively easy to deploy and operate. Symantec's support is knowledgeable at the lowest tier and responsive". Check Point ThreatCloud Managed Security Services is most compared with , whereas Symantec Cyber Security Services [EOL] is most compared with .

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