The current state of managed detection and response (MDR) | Nerdy 30, Episode 4

2025 GARTNER MDR MARKET GUIDE: https://expel.com/gartner

In this episode of "Nerdy 30," we dive deep into the future of the managed detection and response (MDR) market, the impact of AI SOC companies, and the trend of platformization in cybersecurity.

Our host, along with guests Justin Bajko, Chief Strategy Officer and co-founder of Expel, and Rueben Rodriguez, VP of Product Marketing, discuss the current state of the MDR market, AI integration, and the evolving landscape of cybersecurity. They also share strategic insights on how organizations can navigate these changes effectively.

00:00 Introduction and series overview
01:14 Special session on the MDR market
02:08 Introducing the guests
05:45 Justin's journey in MDR
07:57 Current state of the MDR market
10:13 AI SOCs and their impact
12:54 Future of AI in security operations
17:23 Efficiencies and human-AI collaboration
18:17 Predictions for the AI SOC market
19:06 The future of MDR providers
20:33 Market consolidation in cybersecurity
21:31 The rise of platformization
27:03 Meeting customers where they are
29:38 Innovations in MDR
35:57 Final thoughts and fun questions

-
🤳 Connect with us!

Subscribe to our YouTube channel:    / @expelsecurity  
LinkedIn:   / expel  
Twitter:   / expelsecurity