NEXTGEN Launches Australia-Based Managed SOC as a Service: Empowering Channel Partners with Enterprise-Grade Security and Full Data Sovereignty

Organisations today face rising cybersecurity threats and complex compliance demands. For channel partners, delivering robust security without the overhead of building a full-scale SOC is a major challenge.

NEXTGEN, an Exclusive Networks company, has partnered with Palo Alto Networks to launch Australia’s first Managed SOC as a Service tailored for Palo Alto Networks deployments. This localised offering builds on the global partnership across EMEA and SEA, enabling partners to tap into the fast-growing MSSP market—without infrastructure investment.

Why This Matters: Local Data Sovereignty 

With regulations like the Australian Privacy Act, APRA CPS 234, ISO/IEC 27001, and GDPR, data residency is non-negotiable. NEXTGEN’s Australia-based SOC ensures all monitoring and response activities stay within national borders—critical for sectors like finance, healthcare, and government.

Launching a SOC can take years. NEXTGEN’s service removes that barrier, allowing partners to:

• Enter the MSSP market immediately
• Deliver 24/7 threat monitoring via Palo Alto Networks-certified analysts
• Scale from SMBs to enterprise
• Offer compliance-ready solutions tailored to industry needs

Powered by Palo Alto Networks

The SOC integrates Palo Alto Networks’ full cybersecurity stack:

• Cortex XDR – Unified detection and response
• Cortex XSOAR – Automated incident handling
• Prisma Cloud – Cloud-native security
• Next-Gen Firewalls – Advanced threat prevention
• AutoFocus & Threat Intelligence – Real-time threat insights

Watch the video below - These tools are fully integrated into the SOC environment, enabling proactive monitoring, rapid response, and continuous improvement. 

Built for the Channel

Designed for NextWave Solution Providers and MSPs, this service offers:

• Recurring revenue through subscription models
• Cross-sell opportunities with NEXTGEN’s broader portfolio
• Brand protection—partners retain their identity
• Access to premium tools and proactive audits

Be First. Be Secure. Be Sovereign.

NEXTGEN is the first distributor in Australia to offer a locally hosted Managed SOC as a Service for Palo Alto Networks. It’s not just a solution—it’s a strategic growth enabler for partners.

Ready to Elevate Your Security Offering?

Partner with NEXTGEN and Palo Alto Networks to deliver enterprise-grade security with full data sovereignty.

Contact us today to learn more.