For years, IBM QRadar has been a trusted platform for organizations managing cybersecurity operations in-house. Its strength in compliance, customization, and sensitive data handling made it a go-to choice for many enterprises.
But the landscape is changing.
With Palo Alto Networks’ acquisition of IBM’s QRadar SaaS—and its official end-of-life announcement—the future of the broader QRadar portfolio is uncertain. Many expect on-premises QRadar to follow the same path, which leaves organizations at a critical crossroads.
What This Means for You
If your security operations still depend on QRadar on-prem, now is the time to prepare. The platform’s likely phase-out introduces real operational and strategic risks—especially for teams already stretched managing hybrid or multi-cloud environments.
QRadar, like many legacy Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools, was built for a different era—one with less data, fewer threats, and limited cloud adoption. In today’s complex digital landscape, older systems often struggle to:
- Detect and respond to threats in real time
- Integrate seamlessly with modern cloud tools
- Keep operational costs low and manageable
- Adapt to evolving regulatory or business needs
For managed security service providers (MSSPs) or internal teams heavily invested in QRadar, the risks are even higher—ranging from costly retraining to service disruption.
A Strategic Moment to Modernize
Rather than scrambling to replace aging technology, this shift presents a valuable opportunity to rethink and strengthen your cybersecurity posture.
Modern security platforms go far beyond traditional SIEM. They integrate artificial intelligence, automation, and orchestration to give your team faster, smarter, and more efficient threat protection—without the overhead of legacy tools.
Key advantages of modernizing now:
- Faster threat detection and response
- Scalability across hybrid and cloud environments
- Reduced complexity and operational burden
- Stronger ROI through automation and integrated workflows
Next Steps
Migrating your solution to a new system due to software end of life can seem daunting—but with the right partner, it doesn’t have to be. If you’re facing QRadar end of life, or simply need a new cybersecurity solution, Concentrix can help. With Concentrix CyberProtect, we help organizations make the shift with confidence. Our expertise comes from not only helping our clients, but from our own lived experience. We know the ins and outs from our own global enterprise migration to modernize our cybersecurity solution. Our managed Security Operation Center (SOC) services—powered by Palo Alto Networks’ advanced security platform—offer:
- Seamless integration with your existing cloud and hybrid environments
- AI-driven threat detection and automated incident response
- Expert-led operations and around-the-clock support
- A proven path to future-ready cybersecurity
Whether you’re planning a transition or already evaluating options, we’re here to help you move from uncertainty to strength—with a solution that’s not only modern, but made for what comes next.
Let’s talk about how we can help your organization take the next step.
