DefenderElite combines advanced threat protection, insider risk controls, and Essential Eight Level 3.
Designed for regulated industries and organisations with complex security and governance requirements.
Enterprises operating under strict industry standards that require advanced security and compliance measures
Enterprises managing highly confidential data requiring continuous monitoring and insider threat protection
Aligns with the Cyber Security Act 2024 and Essential Eight Level 3 to satisfy audits and customer expectations
DefenderElite builds on DefenderPro by adding advanced threat detection, insider-risk controls and enterprise-wide data governance while providing formal proof of Essential Eight Maturity Level 3 progress and Cyber Security Act readiness.
Find hidden or advanced threats early through continuous investigation
Meet ISM, PSPF and ASD requirements for complete regulatory assurance
Maintain readiness with scheduled reviews and performance checks
Comprehensive evidence and reports for boards, regulators and insurers anytime
Run scheduled reviews that strengthen accountability, roles and ongoing risk management
Reach maturity under Essential Eight Level 4 and SMB1001 Level 5 alignment
Find hidden or advanced threats early through continuous investigation
Meet ISM, PSPF and ASD requirements for complete regulatory assurance
Maintain readiness with scheduled reviews and performance checks
Comprehensive evidence and reports for boards, regulators and insurers anytime
Run scheduled reviews that strengthen accountability, roles and ongoing risk management
Reach maturity under Essential Eight Level 4 and SMB1001 Level 5 alignment
The calculator below lets you set your team size and extend the baseline with add-ons that address common risks, compliance requirements, and the areas most relevant to your operations. Each DefenderElite plan includes protection for one primary device per user — ensuring every team member receives dedicated, essential coverage.
The following add-ons extend your plans security baseline, giving you flexibility to strengthen protection in areas such as ransomware recovery, account security, and remote device management.
- Microsoft 365 Business Premium (or above)
- Entra ID P2 (Administrators only)
DefenderPro aligns you with Essential Eight Level 2. DefenderElite reaches Level 3 by adding continuous threat-hunting, insider-risk analytics, adaptive security policies and Microsoft 365 information-protection controls—plus twice-yearly policy reviews.
Endpoint telemetry is analysed in real time to spot stealth techniques (lateral movement, living-off-the-land scripts, persistence implants). Analysts investigate suspicious activity and remove it before data is touched or encryption can start.
Microsoft Purview monitors file copies, unusual data transfers and privilege misuse. When behaviour exceeds a risk threshold, security receives an alert with user context, allowing early intervention rather than post-breach forensics.
No. Enhanced MFA, script blocking and other strict rules apply only to sensitive systems or when risk indicators spike. Normal, low-risk work continues without extra prompts.
Yes. Security and governance policies are reviewed and updated twice a year, and controls can be fine-tuned or expanded with optional add-ons—without reinstalling agents or interrupting operations.
Essential threat protection and baseline compliance for growing businesses needing reliable protection without complex management or high costs.
Advanced threat protection, email protection, and Level 1 Essential Eight alignment for businesses handling sensitive data and stricter requirements.
Comprehensive threat protection, privileged access controls, and Level 2 Essential Eight maturity for businesses at higher risk of targeted attacks.
Compliance, data protection, or selecting the right plan — whatever your priority, our team will help you take the next step.
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