Why Cybersecurity Matters More Than Ever
Today’s digital landscape is fraught with risk. From phishing attacks to ransomware and data leaks, businesses in Ireland face relentless cyber threats. That’s why it’s no longer enough to just have security tools—you need to use them effectively.
Enter Microsoft Secure Score: a built-in Microsoft 365 feature that helps businesses evaluate, track, and improve their cybersecurity posture.
Whether you’re a growing SME or a regulated enterprise, improving your Secure Score is a critical step toward meeting compliance, reducing risk, and protecting your digital assets.
What Is Microsoft Secure Score?
Microsoft Secure Score is a security analytics tool in Microsoft 365 that provides a numerical representation of your organisation’s security health. It reviews your current security configurations, user behaviour, and policy settings—then offers actionable recommendations to improve them.
A higher score means your organisation is aligning more closely with Microsoft’s best practices for security.
Core Areas Assessed by Secure Score
Secure Score evaluates five key components within your Microsoft 365 environment:
- 🔐 Identity – Reviews user roles, permissions, and authentication methods
- 💻 Devices – Assesses endpoint compliance and threat protection
- 📱 Apps – Evaluates third-party app permissions and configurations
- 📂 Data – Inspects access controls and data loss prevention policies
- 🌐 Infrastructure – Looks at network security and system configurations
Key Benefits of Microsoft Secure Score for Irish Organisations
✅ 1. Centralised Visibility
View all your Microsoft 365 security metrics in one intuitive dashboard, ideal for small teams or managed service providers.
✅ 2. Actionable Insights
Get step-by-step guidance for addressing security gaps—ranked by potential impact.
✅ 3. Security Benchmarking
Compare your security posture against industry standards and similar organisations.
✅ 4. Compliance Alignment
Secure Score helps you meet GDPR, ISO 27001, and other Irish and EU data protection requirements.
5 Proven Ways to Improve Your Microsoft Secure Score
🔐 1. Enable Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
Enforce MFA for all users, including admins. This single step drastically reduces account compromise risk.
👤 2. Review and Limit User Access
Audit roles and permissions regularly. Follow the principle of least privilege—only grant access when necessary.
🛡️ 3. Secure Your Endpoints
Use Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and ensure all company devices are patched and compliant.
📊 4. Implement Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Policies
Create DLP rules to restrict the sharing of sensitive information, both internally and externally.
🔔 5. Monitor and Respond to Alerts
Set up alerts for unusual activity and create an incident response playbook for quick mitigation.
Why Cybersecurity Services Add Value Beyond Secure Score
While Microsoft Secure Score offers critical insights, partnering with a cybersecurity services provider ensures those recommendations are implemented and maintained correctly.
Benefits of Managed Cybersecurity Services
- 🧠 Expertise – Tap into a team of certified security professionals
- ⚙️ Advanced Tooling – Use enterprise-grade solutions for threat detection
- 🕒 24/7 Monitoring – Get real-time protection and incident response
- 📋 Compliance Support – Meet industry-specific regulations with ease
Partner with Savenet Solutions: Your Irish Cybersecurity Experts
At Savenet Solutions, we help Irish businesses—from SMEs to large enterprises—secure their Microsoft 365 environments and improve their Secure Scores.
Our approach is:
- 🔒 Security-first – ISO 27001-certified operations
- 🌍 Cloud-optimised – Experts in Microsoft 365 and Azure
- 🤝 Hands-on – Local, responsive support teams based in Dublin
Whether you need a one-off assessment or ongoing managed cybersecurity services, we ensure your systems are resilient, compliant, and future-ready.
📞 Ready to Improve Your Secure Score? Let’s Talk
Book a Free Microsoft 365 Security Assessment Today
We’ll review your Secure Score, identify quick wins, and show you how to reduce risk fast.
🔹 Call us: +353 1 5267750
🔹 Email: info@savenetsolutions.com
🔹 Visit: https://savenetsolutions.ie/
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is a good Microsoft Secure Score?
A: It varies by industry and organisation size, but scores above 60% typically indicate strong practices. Savenet can help you benchmark your score against peers.
Q: How often should I review my Secure Score?
A: Ideally, monthly. New features, user activity, and policy changes can affect your score.
Q: Can Savenet implement the Secure Score recommendations?
A: Yes. We offer full-service implementation, monitoring, and managed security.
Q: Does Secure Score help with GDPR compliance?
A: Yes. Many Secure Score actions directly align with GDPR and ISO 27001 requirements for data protection and access control.
Conclusion
Improving your Microsoft Secure Score is a practical, impactful way to reduce cyber risk and demonstrate a commitment to security and compliance. With the right strategies—and a trusted security partner like Savenet Solutions—you can strengthen your defences, meet regulatory demands, and protect your organisation’s future.
