Microsoft 365 Business Premium Security: Enterprise Protection for Every Business
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For years, small and midsize businesses have faced a frustrating reality: enterprise-grade security solutions were often too complex, too costly, and too fragmented. You had to stitch together email filtering from one vendor, endpoint protection from another, and compliance tools from yet another. Each came with its own billing, support, and learning curve.
Microsoft 365 Business Premium security just changed that.
With new add-ons designed specifically for Business Premium customers, Microsoft is giving small and midsize organizations access to enterprise-level protection without the enterprise complexity.
What’s New in Microsoft 365 Business Premium
Microsoft recently introduced three new add-ons built to strengthen security and compliance across your organization:
- Microsoft Defender Suite – $10/user/month
Enterprise-grade security that includes advanced endpoint protection, phishing defense, identity protection, and cloud app security. - Microsoft Purview Suite – $10/user/month
Compliance and governance tools, such as insider risk management, data loss prevention (DLP), and AI-driven data protection. - Bundle Both Defender + Purview – $15/user/month
Full coverage across security and compliance domains, at up to 68% savings compared to buying separately.
Why This Matters
- Security Made Accessible – Until now, advanced features like behavioral analytics, insider risk detection, and eDiscovery were reserved for organizations paying for Microsoft 365 E5. With these add-ons, SMBs get enterprise-level security without moving to a higher-cost licensing tier.
- Simplification Over Fragmentation – Instead of juggling multiple vendors and integrations, companies can consolidate protection within Microsoft’s ecosystem. This reduces both complexity and cost.
- Future-Proofing for AI and Compliance – With Purview’s AI data protection and compliance automation, companies can confidently embrace Microsoft Copilot and other AI tools while staying audit-ready.
- Budget Simplification – Flat, per-user pricing makes it easier to plan, manage, and scale security investments.
Where US Signal Comes In
Microsoft simplified licensing and access to powerful tools—but deploying and optimizing them still takes expertise.
That’s where US Signal comes in. As a U.S.-based provider of digital infrastructure and managed services, we help customers make the most of Microsoft 365 Business Premium security by:
- Assessing your security posture: Identifying gaps and aligning Microsoft tools with your business risks.
- Managing licensing and renewals: Avoiding mixed-licensing pitfalls and maximizing cost savings.
- Integrating across hybrid cloud: Extending Microsoft 365 protection to multi-cloud and on-prem environments.
- Optimizing billing: Analyzing usage and eliminating unnecessary spend.
We make sure you don’t just license the new Defender and Purview suites—you realize their full business value.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are these new add-ons designed for?
They are built specifically for organizations using Microsoft 365 Business Premium, which covers businesses with up to 300 users.
Do I need both the Defender Suite and Purview Suite?
Not necessarily. If your priority is endpoint, identity, and email protection, Defender may be enough. If compliance, data protection, and governance are top of mind, Purview is a strong fit. Many organizations will benefit from the $15 bundle, which combines both for full coverage.
How do these compare to Microsoft 365 E5?
E5 includes the same types of features but bundled at the enterprise level and with higher licensing costs. The new add-ons make those capabilities available at a lower price point for SMBs without requiring a move to E5.
In many cases, yes. Features like phishing protection, endpoint detection and response, and insider risk monitoring mean SMBs can reduce reliance on external vendors. However, some organizations may still use specialized tools alongside Microsoft’s offerings.
What about licensing complexity?
Microsoft simplified the add-ons, but nuances still exist. For example, mixing Defender for Business (already included in Business Premium) with Defender for Endpoint Plan 2 requires careful configuration. US Signal can help you navigate these details.
How can US Signal help me adopt these new add-ons?
We provide security assessments, licensing management, hybrid cloud integration, and billing optimization services to ensure you maximize both protection and ROI.
The Bottom Line
Microsoft is simplifying security for SMBs. Simplification does not mean “set it and forget it.” To truly benefit, you need a partner who understands both the Microsoft ecosystem and the complexities of hybrid cloud IT.
That is what we do at US Signal. We turn Microsoft’s latest innovations into practical, cost-effective solutions that protect your business and free up your team.
Ready to simplify your Microsoft 365 security strategy? Contact us for a M365 assessment and start optimizing your protection today.
