SentinelOne partners with Pax8 to protect small and medium-sized businesses

SentinelOne & Pax8 Launch Managed AI Defense for SMBs

SentinelOne partners with Pax8 to launch Managed AI Defense, an AI-powered security solution that protects small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) against today's advanced cyber threats. Through simplified licensing, flexible modules and tailored solutions, the collaboration strengthens cybersecurity across the Nordics.

AI-based cybersecurity accessible to everyone

SentinelOne®, well known for its AI-based cybersecurity solutions, has teamed up with Pax8 – the leading cloud marketplace for Managed Service Providers (MSPs) – to develop Managed AI Defense.
The solution is designed to bridge the cybersecurity gap between SMBs and large enterprises, delivering the same robust protection that Fortune 500 companies rely on.

As cyber threats become more sophisticated, SMBs are also at risk. Managed AI Defense offers a cost-effective and comprehensive security solution that is easy to implement and manage.

Quote: Equal protection for small and large businesses

“Attackers don’t discriminate by company size – and neither should world-class security,” said Tracy Ryan, AVP Global MSSP/MSP at SentinelOne. “Together with Pax8 we help MSPs and MSSPs to deliver real security results for small and medium-sized businesses.”

Features of Managed AI Defense

The platform combines SentinelOne's advanced EDR (Endpoint Detection and Response) with the groundbreaking The Purple AI Security AnalyzerIt is supported by:

• Managed threat hunting and vulnerability management
• Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR)
• Remote Forensics and MDR as optional modules

This gives MSPs the opportunity to offer customized, modular solutions security solutions that suit every customer needs.

Benefits for MSPs and customers

Managed AI Defense doesn’t just simplify protection – it also improves the business model. By pricing per endpoint gets MSPs and MSSPs:

• Clear cost structure
• Enhanced protection features
• Higher ROI for customers
• More efficient distribution and invoicing

“Pax8 and SentinelOne share a vision to provide MSPs with solutions that drive real security outcomes,” said Oguo Atuanya, Corporate VP of Vendor Experience at Pax8. “Now, small and medium-sized enterprises receive the same protection as a large company.”

Easy implementation and future expansion

Managed AI Defense is initially launched via Pax8's marketplace. The platform is built for easy onboarding, minimal disruption, and seamless billing. Partners get flexible SKUs and the possibility of customization offers for their customers.

Expansion is planned to more aggregators and Master MSPs, making the solution available to even more markets globally.

Conclusion: A new standard for SMB security

With SentinelOne and Pax8's collaboration, SMBs get the same AI-based security, flexibility and business benefit previously reserved for large enterprises. Managed AI Defense sets a new standard for cybersecurity and strengthens corporate resilience in the face of future threats.