2025 SC Awards Finalists: Best SME Security Solution

SMEs are increasingly targeted by sophisticated cyber threats, yet many lack the resources to deploy complex security solutions. Enter CrowdStrike Falcon Go, a lightweight, AI-driven security platform designed specifically for small and mid-sized businesses. As a Best SME Security Solution finalist, Falcon Go provides real-time threat detection, proactive protection, and automated incident response, ensuring that SMEs can safeguard their endpoints without the need for a dedicated security team. Unlike traditional antivirus solutions, Falcon Go leverages CrowdStrike’s industry-leading threat intelligence to detect and stop attacks before they escalate, delivering enterprise-grade security in an accessible, easy-to-manage package.

SMEs need strategic security leadership, but hiring a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) isn’t always feasible. That’s why Cynomi’s AI-powered virtual CISO platform has been named a Best SME Security Solution finalist. This innovative platform analyzes security risks, automates compliance management, and provides SMEs with a structured, executive-level cybersecurity strategy — without the cost of a full-time CISO. Cynomi uses AI-driven insights to guide security decisions, offering customized security frameworks, real-time risk assessments, and automated policy recommendations. For SMEs looking to build a strong security foundation, Cynomi is bridging the gap between strategy and execution.

Cybersecurity isn’t just about technology — it’s about people. KnowBe4’s HRM+ (Human Risk Management) solution is redefining how SMEs combat social engineering, phishing attacks, and insider threats. As a Best SME Security Solution finalist, HRM+ provides a proactive approach to security awareness training, helping employees recognize and respond to threats before they cause damage. Unlike traditional security awareness programs, HRM+ integrates behavioral analytics, automated risk assessments, and customized training modules, ensuring that SMEs can build a culture of security from within. With phishing attacks at an all-time high, KnowBe4 is empowering SMEs to turn their workforce into their first line of defense.

For SMEs without a dedicated security operations center (SOC), real-time threat monitoring and incident response can be a challenge. That’s where Sophos Managed Detection and Response (MDR) comes in. A Best SME Security Solution finalist, Sophos MDR provides 24/7 threat hunting, AI-driven attack detection, and expert-led remediation services, ensuring that small businesses get the same level of protection as large enterprises. Instead of relying on traditional endpoint protection alone, Sophos MDR offers a fully managed security service, allowing SMEs to focus on growth while their security is handled by a team of world-class cybersecurity professionals.

Security teams at SMEs often face budget constraints and skill shortages, making it difficult to deploy an effective detection and response strategy. Stellar Cyber’s Open SecOps Platform, a Best SME Security Solution finalist, levels the playing field by offering an AI-driven, automated security operations platform that integrates with existing tools and cloud environments. Unlike traditional SIEM and XDR solutions, Stellar Cyber consolidates security data from multiple sources into a single, easy-to-use platform, allowing SMEs to detect, investigate, and respond to threats in real-time — without the need for a large IT team. This next-gen security approach ensures that small businesses can stay ahead of cybercriminals without breaking the bank.