IDS/IPS Services

Detect threats early and protect business operations.

Stop hidden network threats sooner with IDS/IPS support from a team securing clients since 2002.

Reduce alert noise with practical tuning shaped by more than 20 years of managed security experience.

Protect data and uptime with intrusion controls aligned to firewalls, endpoints, and business operations.

Support internal IT with focused security expertise, helping teams stay on higher-impact projects.

Strengthen network defense with a provider that began as a managed firewall company in 2002.

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Our Clients

Trusted Security Support for Long-Term Operations

See why organizations rely on Contego Solutions for dependable IT and security support.

I’ve had a great experience working with Contego Solutions. Their team is consistently professional, reliable, and always willing to go the extra mile to make sure everything runs smoothly.
A special thank you to Jay V, he truly stands out. Jay always takes the time to help, no matter how busy things get. He’s patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely cares about resolving issues quickly and effectively. You can always count on him to follow through and make sure nothing is left unfinished.
It’s rare to find someone so responsive and dedicated, and Jay has made a big difference in our overall experience with Contego Solutions.
Highly recommend both the company and especially Jay V for anyone looking for dependable support and excellent service.

Waleska Schell

Choice Solutions

Contego is one of the most reliable IT companies I’ve had the pleasure of working with. They resolve any problems we have quickly, and make the whole process stress free. Huge shoutout to Jay, who has always been a huge help to me. Couldn’t recommend them more!

Caitlin Coon

Account Manager, Southwestern Interiors

I couldn’t do it without the expertise of this group! By far the best MSP in the Metroplex!

Christopher Daggett

IT Manager, Propac Inc.

Michael was excellent at taking care of my problem. He replied in less than 10 minutes and fixed the problem in less than 5 minutes.

Jorge Perez

Community engagement manager, St. Philip’s School and Community Center

This is a great company to work with for your Managed IT Services. They have provided quick response to all of our cybersecurity and IT support issues. Give these guys a call if you need reliable IT support for your business.

Trey Mills

Oak Cliff Mirror and Glass

Rating of 5 stars for Sean Kershaw of Contego Support! I had corrupted Microsoft Authenticator and needed to rebuild a corporate Outlook account on a new phone and a new computer. Sean was outstanding in every aspect of this support effort. Friendly, knowledgeable, insightful and worked very patiently unraveling the mess I had from changes in computer and mobile phone. Thank you for your assistance.

Greg Price

Partner, Seaton Hill

I would like to thank Jay R. for helping me with my printer. He was determined to figure out what the issue was and was able to fix it. Thank you Jay for always helping when needed and doing in a timely manner.

Kelliye Ward

Purchasing Director, Southwestern Interiors

Contego has been my computer support for at least 8 years. I am a 2 person professional organization. I receive immediate response when I need them and they have been able to walk us through all of our problems. As a small customer I receive great service, which is not always the case with service providers. I strongly endorse the help desk at Contego.

Sean McCarter

Managing Partner, McCarter Law

Security Support Built on Long-Term Client Trust

How a Banking Institution Modernized IT Without Compromising Security or Daily Operations

Facing pressure to modernize, this banking client partnered with Contego to unify security and infrastructure change with minimal risk.

How a Non-Profit Ended Recurring IT Issues with Always-On Managed Support

Facing repeated disruptions and unreliable support, the organization gained stable operations, stronger security, and a trusted IT partner.

How A Manufacturing Company Reduced Network Risk While Improving Security Confidence and Performance

With managed firewall oversight and continuous monitoring, this manufacturing company strengthened protection and improved network performance with guidance from Contego Solutions.

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What IDS/IPS Services Include

Practical intrusion defense support

Intrusion Detection

See Threats More Clearly

IDS monitoring helps identify suspicious activity moving across your network, including policy violations, scan attempts, abnormal traffic patterns, and signs of compromise. Contego Solutions reviews detection needs in context with your environment, so monitoring supports real operational priorities instead of producing disconnected alerts.

This gives your team better visibility into potential threats and a clearer path for deciding what needs investigation, tuning, blocking, or remediation.

Intrusion Prevention

Block Risky Network Traffic

Intrusion prevention adds an active control layer that can help stop malicious traffic before it reaches critical systems. Contego Solutions aligns prevention policies with your network design, firewall strategy, and business tolerance for disruption, reducing the risk of controls that are either too loose or too aggressive.

The goal is practical protection that helps defend data, applications, and users while preserving the reliable access your business depends on every day.

Alert Tuning

Reduce Alert Fatigue

Untuned IDS/IPS tools can overwhelm teams with noise, making it harder to identify what actually matters. Contego Solutions helps refine rules, thresholds, and alert handling so security events are more useful and aligned to your environment.

This practical tuning helps reduce unnecessary interruptions, improves visibility into meaningful threats, and supports better decisions for internal IT teams that need security insight without losing focus on core business projects.

Incident Escalation

Turn Alerts Into Action

IDS/IPS findings are more valuable when they connect to a clear response process. Contego Solutions helps organize how alerts are reviewed, escalated, and tied to remediation work across firewalls, endpoints, networks, and user support.

With only 47% of small businesses reported to have an incident response plan, a structured approach to intrusion alerts can help your organization move from uncertainty to more disciplined action when suspicious activity appears.

Security Integration

Connect Security Layers

Intrusion protection should not sit apart from the rest of your IT environment. Contego Solutions evaluates IDS/IPS alongside managed firewall, managed networking, endpoint management, backup and disaster recovery, cloud solutions, and support needs.

This integrated view helps close gaps between tools, improves operational clarity, and gives decision-makers a more complete picture of how network security supports uptime, productivity, and data protection.

Managed Expertise

Add Experienced Support

Effective IDS/IPS service depends on people who understand both security and day-to-day IT operations. Contego Solutions began as a managed firewall company in 2002 and expanded into full-service IT support, bringing practical security experience to complex environments.

Clients benefit from a service-first team that can work as an extension of the business or the internal IT department, helping strengthen protection without adding unnecessary complexity.

Our Elite Partners

Proven Security Experience Behind IDS/IPS Support

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First Call Resolution

30 Min

High Priority Response Time

32 Min

Average Issue Resolution Time

Intrusion Protection That Supports Daily Operations

Intrusion detection and prevention should do more than generate alerts. It should help you understand what is happening across the network, reduce exposure, and support faster, more informed action when suspicious traffic appears.

Contego Solutions approaches IDS/IPS as part of a broader security and operations model. Controls are evaluated in context with managed firewall, networking, endpoint protection, backup, and support needs, so protection fits the way your environment actually runs.

The result is a practical layer of defense that helps protect data, limit disruption, and give internal teams better visibility without turning security into another operational burden.

Clearer Visibility Into Network Threats

IDS/IPS services are most effective when they are tuned to business risk, network behavior, and the support model around them. Contego Solutions helps turn intrusion protection into an operational asset, not just another tool to manage.

Monitor network traffic for suspicious patterns and attempted intrusions.
Use prevention controls to help block malicious activity before it spreads.
Reduce false positives through practical review and rule tuning.
Connect findings to firewall, endpoint, and remediation workflows.
Support internal IT teams with security expertise when added depth is needed.

Security Expertise That Fits Your Environment

Many organizations have security tools in place but still lack confidence that alerts are reviewed, tuned, and connected to action. IDS/IPS support helps close that gap by adding structure around detection, prevention, and escalation.

Contego Solutions brings more than 20 years of managed services experience, with roots in managed firewall services and a long-standing focus on customer service, security, and technical expertise. That background matters when intrusion protection needs to work alongside real networks, users, applications, and support expectations.

You get a security layer designed to protect data, reduce disruption, and support a healthier IT operation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is included with managed ids/ips services?

Managed ids/ips services provide ongoing monitoring, detection, and prevention of suspicious network activity. You gain continuous oversight of inbound and outbound traffic, practical rule tuning to reduce false positives, and integration with your firewall and endpoint protections. Alerts are reviewed and connected to actionable remediation, so threats are addressed quickly without overwhelming your internal team. This service is designed to align with your existing IT operations, supporting both in-house IT and fully outsourced environments.

How will ids/ips services help protect my business operations?

Ids/ips services help you detect threats early and prevent disruptions that could impact productivity or data integrity. By monitoring for unusual patterns and attempted intrusions, you gain a practical layer of defense against cyberattacks. The controls are tailored to your network and business needs, helping you limit downtime, protect sensitive information, and maintain business continuity. This approach supports your daily operations rather than becoming another IT burden.

How are ids/ips rules tuned to fit my environment?

Ids/ips rules are tuned by evaluating your business risk, network behavior, and support workflows. The process includes:

Reviewing your typical network traffic to identify normal patterns versus anomalies
Customizing detection and prevention rules to minimize false positives
Connecting alerts to relevant firewall, endpoint, and remediation processes
Ongoing adjustments as your environment or threat landscape changes

This ensures that intrusion protection is both effective and manageable for your team.

How much do managed ids/ips services cost and how quickly can they be implemented?

Pricing for managed ids/ips services depends on the size and complexity of your network, as well as your specific monitoring and response needs. Implementation is typically straightforward if you already have a compatible firewall or security infrastructure, with most deployments completed in days rather than weeks. You receive a clear scope and timeline before any work begins, so you can plan around your operational requirements and budget priorities.

What makes your approach to ids/ips services different from other providers?

The approach to ids/ips services stands out by integrating intrusion protection within a broader security and operations model, not as a standalone tool. With over 20 years of managed firewall and security experience, you benefit from practical expertise and a customer-focused mindset. All support is delivered by a Dallas-based team with no outsourced help desk, and long-term client relationships reflect a commitment to reliability and service quality. The goal is to protect your data and optimize daily business operations, acting as an extension of your IT department.