09-07-2025
Huntress & Microsoft partner to boost business cybersecurity
Huntress has announced a partnership with Microsoft aimed at improving cybersecurity for businesses using Microsoft's security products and services.
The partnership will see Huntress' cybersecurity solutions integrated with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Business, Defender Antivirus, as well as Microsoft 365 Business Premium, E3, and E5 licenses. The companies state that the collaboration is designed to offer enhanced protection to businesses of all sizes that rely on Microsoft's ecosystem, many of whom face resource and expertise challenges in making full use of their security investments.
Addressing cybersecurity challenges
Over 300 million organisations worldwide use Microsoft's software, but according to Huntress, many struggle to access the complete capabilities of the security tools included with their Microsoft licenses. Organisations with limited in-house cybersecurity abilities often leave advanced threat protection features underutilised.
Huntress' solutions - including Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR), Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), and Security Awareness Training (SAT) - are designed to integrate smoothly with existing Microsoft environments. These tools are supported by a 24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC) which the company says enables continuous protection against emerging threats.
Quotes from leadership "Huntress was founded to make enterprise-grade security accessible to all businesses. Businesses worldwide trust Microsoft's ecosystem, but often don't fully use its potential due to limited resources or expertise. We deliver the technology and integrations needed to unlock the full value of Microsoft's security solutions, empowering businesses of all sizes to operate securely and confidently in an evolving threat landscape," said Chris Bisnett, CTO at Huntress.
Microsoft's Steve Dispensa, Corporate Vice President of Security, also commented on the collaboration: "With cyberattacks growing in both volume and complexity, businesses face mounting pressure to protect their environments with limited resources. Huntress' integrations with Microsoft 365 Business Premium and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint empower organizations to not only strengthen their security posture but also fully benefit from their Microsoft security investments. Together, we're equipping businesses worldwide to prioritize growth and innovation without compromising on security."
Integration and benefits
According to Huntress, the partnership seeks to make it easier for organisations of all sizes to turn on advanced security features. The integrations allow Microsoft customers to deploy Huntress' suite of tools through their Microsoft platforms, aiming to provide greater threat visibility, incident response capabilities, and cyber awareness for their employees.
The collaboration between Huntress and Microsoft is also intended to help businesses optimise their security spending. By using existing Microsoft licenses in combination with Huntress' managed security suite, organisations are expected to reduce the need for multiple standalone solutions, potentially offering cost efficiencies.
Background and recognition
Huntress focuses its efforts on supporting organisations that typically lack enterprise-scale resources to counteract cyber threats. Their Security Operations Center provides around-the-clock monitoring and support for businesses, with an emphasis on remediation and a low rate of false positives.
The company states its mission is to break down barriers to enterprise-level security and enable both outsourced IT contractors and internal IT staff to better prepare for and deal with cyber threats.
Huntress has also been recognised with Microsoft Verified Small & Medium Business solution status through the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association, which reflects Microsoft's assessment of trusted security products for its partner ecosystem.
The integration of Huntress solutions into Microsoft security environments will be available to all organisations using Microsoft 365 Business Premium, E3, and E5 licensing, as well as Microsoft Defender security products. The companies indicate that ongoing support and updates will be provided as the threat landscape evolves.
