At Talanos, our mission has always been to provide exceptional cybersecurity services to our clients, safeguarding their digital assets without compromise. Today, we’re proud to announce that we have achieved CREST SOC Accreditation, an industry-recognized mark of excellence for Security Operations Centers (SOCs). This milestone underscores our commitment to delivering the highest standards of security and service quality.
What is CREST SOC accreditation?
CREST is a globally recognised accreditation body that sets rigorous standards for cybersecurity service providers. Its SOC accreditation program evaluates the operational effectiveness, technology use, staff competence, and governance frameworks of Security Operations Centers. To achieve this accreditation, an organisation must demonstrate a commitment to quality, consistency and best practices in managing cybersecurity threats.
What does this mean for you, our customers?
1. Trusted and Verified Security Partner
Earning CREST SOC Accreditation is no small feat. It means that Talanos Cybersecurity has been independently assessed and verified to meet globally recognised standards. You can trust that our SOC is operating at the forefront of industry best practices, ensuring your digital assets are in safe hands.
2. Exceptional Service Quality
This accreditation confirms that our SOC adheres to strict processes for detecting, analysing and responding to security threats. Whether it’s proactive threat hunting, real-time incident monitoring or post-incident recovery, our operations are designed to deliver exceptional results every time.
3. Compliance and Peace of Mind
Partnering with a CREST-accredited SOC helps you meet your own compliance requirements. From GDPR and DORA to ISO 27001, our processes align with major regulatory and security frameworks, giving you peace of mind that your organisation is meeting its obligations.
4. Proactive and Advanced Threat Management
Our CREST-accredited SOC leverages the latest tools, techniques, and threat intelligence to stay ahead of evolving cyber risks. This proactive approach ensures your organisation is not just reacting to threats but actively mitigating them before they escalate.
What CREST evaluated during our accreditation
To achieve this accreditation, Talanos underwent a comprehensive assessment, which included:
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Organisational Governance: Review of our internal policies, risk management practices, and compliance frameworks.
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Service Delivery: Evaluation of our monitoring, detection, and incident response capabilities.
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Staff Competence: Validation of the qualifications, training and experience of our SOC analysts and engineers.
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Technology Use: Inspection of our cutting-edge tools and technologies, including automation, SIEM systems and threat intelligence platforms.
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Processes and Procedures: Analysis of our incident detection, escalation, and response workflows to ensure efficiency and consistency.
Benefits of Choosing a CREST-Accredited SOC
Choosing a CREST-accredited SOC brings significant value to your organisation:
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Trust & Assurance: Independent verification of our capabilities builds confidence in our threat monitoring and incident response services.
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Regulatory Alignment: CREST’s standards are harmonised with key frameworks including NCSC guidance, ISO 27001, GDPR, and PCI DSS.
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Advanced Threat Intelligence: Accredited SOCs have access to shared industry intelligence, allowing us to pre-empt emerging attack vectors and respond faster.
Why It Matters
Cybersecurity is more than just technology - it’s trust. At Talanos, earning our CREST SOC Accreditation is a reflection of the standards we hold ourselves to every day. It confirms what our clients already know: we don’t cut corners, we don’t compromise, and we don’t take your trust lightly.
This accreditation marks another step forward in our mission to lead with integrity, transparency and world-class cyber defence. It’s not just a badge — it’s a commitment.
We’re proud to stand alongside the elite few who’ve earned this recognition. And we’re even prouder to deliver its value to the people who matter most — our clients.
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