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Proficio provides managed cybersecurity services focused on Managed Detection and Response (MDR) for various sectors. It operates by continuous monitoring of networks and endpoints, using threat intelligence and automated tooling, with security analysts guiding incident response through playbooks. It differentiates itself with deep threat detection and proactive defense, offering tailored, subscription-based security solutions that integrate with clients' IT environments. Its goal is to deliver around-the-clock protection of data and systems, reducing risk and improving security outcomes for diverse organizations.
About Proficio
Industries
Consulting
Enterprise Software
Cybersecurity
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
Series A
Total Funding
$13.1M
Headquarters
Irvine, California
Founded
2010
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What believers are saying
- Proficio won five 2026 Global InfoSec Awards, including AI SOC and MDR.
- Nixus AI reports under ten-minute detection and under five-minute containment.
- Kayne Anderson funded Proficio again in June 2025, lifting total capital above $20 million.
What critics are saying
- Cisco can copy Proficio's managed XDR playbook and squeeze margins by 2027.
- Glassdoor and Indeed reviews describe 2024 layoffs, signaling fragile staffing and morale.
- Microsoft Sentinel, CrowdStrike, and Palo Alto crowd MDR; Proficio risks becoming a niche reseller.
What makes Proficio unique
- Nixus AI combines autonomous agents with human oversight; launched July 30, 2026.
- Active Defense Collective blocks attacks across clients using shared threat intelligence.
- Cisco SolutionsPlus on May 26, 2025 extends Proficio into managed XDR distribution.
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↓ -11%Proficio has launched Nixus AI, an agentic AI security operations centre platform designed to autonomously investigate, prioritise, and respond to cyber threats under human oversight. The platform powers Proficio's next-generation managed detection and response service. Nixus AI addresses challenges including alert fatigue, staffing shortages, and fragmented security tools. It combines AI-powered operations with human governance to detect and respond to threats whilst maintaining transparency through confidence scoring and documented reasoning. Early deployments demonstrated mean time to detect under 10 minutes and mean time to contain under 5 minutes. The platform achieved more than 15 autonomous containment actions weekly and up to 95% reduction in cloud security alert noise. The platform provides unified visibility across threat detection, response activities, risk exposure, and executive reporting. Nixus AI is available immediately for organisations seeking to modernise security operations and accelerate threat response.
Proficio dominates 2026 Global InfoSec Awards with five-category sweep. Apr 08, 2026, 10:46 ET IRVINE, Calif., April 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Cyber Defense Magazine (CDM), the industry's leading electronic information security publication, has honored Proficio with five distinct 2026 Global InfoSec Awards. The announcement, made during the opening day of the RSA Conference, recognizes Proficio as the definitive leader in AI-driven security operations and identity-centric defense. * Market Leader: AI SOC * Market Innovator: Cybersecurity Artificial Intelligence * Market Innovator: Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR) * Market Innovator: Managed Detection and Response (MDR) * Market Disruptor: Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) Leading the "Taming Agentic AI" Frontier A central theme of Proficio's sweep was its success in Taming Agentic AI - securing autonomous software agents that now drive enterprise productivity while creating a significant Identity Gap. By winning Market Leader for AI SOC, Proficio demonstrated that the future of security belongs to organizations that can govern machine identities and autonomous logic chains with precision. "We searched the globe for cybersecurity innovators that could actually make a difference in the face of autonomous threats," said Gary S. Miliefsky, Publisher of Cyber Defense Magazine. "Proficio won because they have moved beyond 'Black Box' monitoring into a transparent, resilient model that truly empowers the CISO." Technical Innovations Driving the 2026 Win * ITDR Excellence Utilizing Behavioral Mapping to detect lateral movement within unmanaged AI agents * Domain-Specific AI Reducing false positives by 40% to allow human analysts to focus on high-fidelity, strategic hunting * The Glass Box Strategy Ensuring every AI-detected incident is fully deconstructed for total transparency and Operational Certainty "We are incredibly proud of this five-category recognition," said the Proficio leadership team. "This award reinforces our position as the go-to partner for organizations that value transparency, speed, and proven resolution outcomes. As we scale our global operations and open new centers of excellence in Irvine, CA, we remain committed to putting the best human experts at the helm of the most advanced AI technology." ABOUT PROFICIO Proficio is an award-winning provider of Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services. Our 24/7 Security Operations Centers (SOCs) protect critical enterprise assets by identifying and responding to advanced threats in real time. By combining human-led expertise, Domain-Specific AI, and the innovative "Glass Box" transparency model, Proficio delivers the Operational Certainty and Cyber Resilience required to thrive in a machine-speed threat landscape. Media Contact SOURCE Proficio
Proficio, a managed detection and response provider, has won five categories at the 2026 Global InfoSec Awards announced at the RSA Conference. The company secured Market Leader for AI SOC, Market Innovator awards for Cybersecurity Artificial Intelligence, Identity Threat Detection and Response, and Managed Detection and Response, plus Market Disruptor for Managed Security Service Provider. The awards recognise Proficio's work in securing autonomous AI agents, addressing what the company calls the "Identity Gap". Its technical innovations include behavioural mapping for detecting lateral movement in AI agents, domain-specific AI that reduces false positives by 40%, and a "Glass Box Strategy" for transparent incident analysis. Cyber Defense Magazine selected Proficio from global entrants for its AI-driven security operations and identity-centric defence approach.
Proficio wins three prestigious awards in the 2025 Top InfoSec innovators by Cyber Defense Awards. News provided by. Nov 12, 2025, 13:34 ET CARLSBAD, Calif., Nov. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - Proficio(R), a global leader in extended detection and response (XDR) services, has been honored with three major awards in the 13th annual Top InfoSec Innovator Awards for 2025 presented by Cyber Defense Magazine. The company earned recognition as: * Innovative Service - Managed Detection and Response (MDR) * Market Innovator - Managed XDR Security (MXDR) * Publisher's Choice - SOC-as-a-Service These accolades highlight Proficio's relentless innovation in delivering proactive, AI-powered cybersecurity solutions that empower organizations to stay ahead of evolving threats. "Winning three categories in the Cyber Defense Awards validates our mission to redefine managed security services," said Brad Taylor, CEO of Proficio. "Our MDR, MXDR, and SOC-as-a-Service platforms combine cutting-edge automation, 24/7 expert analysis, and real-time threat hunting to deliver unmatched protection and peace of mind." About the Awards The Top InfoSec Innovator Awards, now in their 13th year, are globally recognized for spotlighting cybersecurity pioneers that demonstrate exceptional innovation in threat defense. Judged on technical excellence, market impact, and unique value - not revenue - winners gain exclusive visibility through red carpet events, global press, social media amplification, and prime showcasing at CyberDefenseCon 2025. Proficio's Winning Solutions Proficio stood out among hundreds of entrants for its next-generation SOC-as-a-Service, which integrates MDR and MXDR into a unified, scalable platform. Powered by proprietary AI and machine learning, Proficio's solutions reduce mean time to detect and respond (MTTD/MTTR) by up to 90%, enabling security teams to focus on strategy - not alerts. * Managed Detection and Response (MDR): 24/7 threat hunting, automated response, and tailored playbooks for mid-to-enterprise organizations. * Managed XDR (MXDR): Unified visibility across endpoints, cloud, network, and email with AI-driven correlation and remediation. * SOC-as-a-Service: Fully managed security operations center with co-managed options, compliance support, and unlimited incident response. "Proficio is setting the standard for what modern MDR and XDR should be," added Taylor. "These awards reflect the trust our clients place in us to protect their most critical assets." Winners will be celebrated at CyberDefenseCon 2025, where Proficio will showcase live demos of its award-winning platforms and connect with CISOs, security leaders, and industry innovators. About Proficio Proficio is an award-winning managed security services provider (MSSP) delivering proactive threat detection, rapid response, and 24/7 SOC operations. With global security operation centers and patented AI technology, Proficio protects thousands of clients worldwide. Learn more at www.proficio.com. Media Contact: Sheena Marie Streling Director of Marketing, Proficio Email: [email protected] Phone 1-800-779-5042 Follow Proficio on LinkedIn, Faceboo, Instagram and X SOURCE Proficio
SAN DIEGO, July 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - Proficio(R), a leading Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP), proudly announces its recognition as the winner of the Security Business Transformation Award at the 2025 Elastic Excellence Awards.
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About Proficio
Industries
Consulting
Enterprise Software
Cybersecurity
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
Series A
Total Funding
$13.1M
Headquarters
Irvine, California
Founded
2010
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