Microsoft Defender
Unified security for endpoints, identity, and cloud
Microsoft Defender is a comprehensive security platform that protects endpoints, identities, email, cloud applications, and infrastructure. It provides prevention, detection, and response capabilities in a unified experience with Microsoft 365 and Azure.
Defender creates significant partner opportunities through security assessments, deployment services, managed detection and response, and ongoing security operations.
Product Overview
The Microsoft Defender family includes Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Identity, Defender for Office 365, Defender for Cloud Apps, Defender for Cloud, and Defender XDR (Extended Detection and Response) that correlates signals across the entire environment.
Defender capabilities are available through Microsoft 365 E5, standalone licenses, or add-ons to existing Microsoft 365 subscriptions. The XDR platform provides unified incident investigation and automated response across all protected surfaces.
Partners build security practices around Defender through deployments, security posture assessments, SOC services, and managed XDR offerings that help organizations improve their security maturity and threat response capabilities.
Commercial Model
Microsoft Defender supports multiple partner business models and commercial approaches.
Subscription Licensing
Per-user or per-device recurring subscriptions
Managed Services
Infrastructure, security, optimization, and operations
Security Services
Threat protection, detection, and response
Bundled Solutions
Combined with complementary products and services
Defender generates recurring subscription revenue while enabling managed security services, XDR operations, and security consulting engagements.
Business Fit
Microsoft Defender is relevant for the following partner business models.
Managed Service Providers
Deliver recurring infrastructure, security, and cloud management services.
Solution Integrators
Design and implement custom cloud architectures and transformation projects.
IT Consultants
Advise clients on technology strategy and deliver implementation projects.
Value Added Resellers
Combine licensing with professional services and implementation support.
IT Resellers
Add cloud consumption and managed services to traditional licensing portfolios.
Partner Program
Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider
Microsoft Defender is delivered through the Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider program.
The Cloud Solution Provider program allows partners to resell Microsoft services, manage customer relationships, control billing, and bundle products with value-added services and solutions.
Why Access Microsoft Defender Through BPS
Structured CSP Access
Get streamlined access to the Cloud Solution Provider program with guidance tailored to your business model.
Commercial Guidance
Receive support on pricing, licensing, and commercial structuring to maximize your opportunity.
Operational Support
Focus on selling and delivering while BPS handles vendor complexity and program requirements.
Enablement
BPS supports resellers with onboarding, licensing guidance, and operational enablement to help position and deliver Microsoft Defender successfully.
This includes assistance with program alignment, commercial structuring, and integrating Microsoft Defender into broader infrastructure and managed service offerings.
Enablement is part of the wider BPS framework designed to support reseller growth and operational consistency.
Ready to Get Started?
Join BPS and start building your Microsoft Defender business with confidence.