Real-World XDR
Case Studies

Customer Success Story:

County of Hardin

Background and Challenges

With a two-person IT team, the Iowa-based County of Hardin struggled to stay ahead of evolving cybersecurity threats. Their IT environment had become increasingly complex due to each department having its own software needs. Gaps in their cybersecurity became clear, particularly as they tried to meet strict insurance requirements for immutable backups and comprehensive security measures. They needed a partner who could provide the necessary expertise and solutions.

Solution and Implementation

The County of Hardin added penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities, deployed Cisco Secure Endpoint and transitioned to a Managed Detection and Response solution, and most recently, upgraded from Cisco SecureX to XDR, marking a significant step forward in their cybersecurity journey. The IT team at the County of Hardin appreciates that Port53 not only provides top-tier cybersecurity solutions but also acts as an extension of their own team. Alerts that occur off-hours are promptly handled by Port53’s SOC-as-a-Service, allowing the county’s IT team to rest easy knowing their systems are in capable hands.

“Port53 has been a game-changer for us. We were always winging it on our own, but as security requirements became stricter, we knew we needed help. With Port53, we not only get the right solutions but also the right people to help us when we need it. They bring something new to every meeting, and we’ve never had a bad experience with them."

— IT Team, County of Hardin