Getting ready to procure managed services to help support or augment your security team? You’re not alone: 62% of organizations said they plan to outsource some or all of their IT security functions in 2022, according to the Foundry.Before going down that route, it’s wise to gather your requirements and think about the services you want from a managed security services provider (MSSP).

There are a several basic considerations when choosing your service provider, including: the MSSP’s experience, the types of support and services they offer, and how their service level agreements are structured. You’ll also want to know the MSSP’s specific domains of expertise and how they correlate with your needs.