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RSA Archer vs SecurityScorecard comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 1, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

ROI

Sentiment score
7.5
RSA Archer enhances risk management, automates processes, centralizes data, and offers customization, resulting in optimized operations and financial returns.
Sentiment score
6.2
SecurityScorecard enhances risk management and security decision-making but ROI quantification remains complex without paid subscription benefits.
It relates to the effectiveness of employees and the time taken to complete tasks manually versus using the RSA system.
The biggest benefit is visibility, allowing organizations to understand their risks, vulnerabilities, and potential threats.
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
6.6
RSA Archer is praised for approachable support, active community, but needs quicker initial responses and deeper first-level assistance.
Sentiment score
5.8
SecurityScorecard's support is knowledgeable with improved response times, but occasional delays and organizational improvements are suggested by users.
They are responsive and perform well in technical support.
They need better organization to support their customer volume.
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
7.5
RSA Archer is scalable and adaptable but demands significant resources and expertise, suitable for large and complex environments.
Sentiment score
7.0
SecurityScorecard is scalable, user-favored, and suitable for medium to large businesses, scoring 7/10 for scalability from users.
Scalability depends on the number of servers, including web and service servers.
The level of scalability depends on customization and how skillful our customization team is.
The product is suitable for medium to large businesses, typically with a revenue range from $200 million to a couple of billion dollars.
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
6.3
RSA Archer is stable, improving with updates, but may slow during resource-intensive tasks, large databases, or peak times.
Sentiment score
7.8
SecurityScorecard is highly stable, with minor MS Edge adjustments needed and consistently high user ratings for reliability.
The tool has stability, and it allows me to automate whatever process I have.
Performance issues arise mainly since it is not a core service for most organizations, so the resources provided are fewer.
 

Room For Improvement

RSA Archer requires dashboard, UI, automation, integration improvements, and better functionality, support, pricing, and training to enhance usability.
SecurityScorecard needs better problem-solving, delegation, pricing, faster support, mobile scanning, automation, and proactive risk management enhancements.
While the AI features are emerging and the cost is comparatively low, it's not yet up to the market standard.
A remaining area for improvement is integration. There should be built-in integration mechanisms, for example, for organizations switching from platforms like ServiceNow to Archer, instead of custom integrations for each client.
There is a need for more active rather than passive third-party risk management features to truly mitigate risks.
 

Setup Cost

RSA Archer is cost-effective for large firms but may be prohibitively expensive for smaller companies despite flexible licensing.
SecurityScorecard offers tiered pricing, including a $400/month option, with competitive costs and transparent, feedback-driven scoring adjustments.
after comparing it with other products in the market, I would rate it around six or seven out of ten, as the price is relative.
There are more expensive and cheaper options available.
 

Valuable Features

RSA Archer offers configurable modules, workflow automation, and robust risk management with user-friendly interfaces and flexible API integration.
SecurityScorecard offers robust third-party analysis, collaboration, and comprehensive risk assessment with continuous monitoring and enhanced security features.
In the banking sector, Archer has been used to automate processes such as business continuity management, transitioning from manual processes to automated systems.
This allows us to show end users and management where the issues lie and effectively demonstrate accountability and visibility in compliance.
The tool has stability, and it allows me to automate whatever process I have.
It combines threat intel data with vulnerability information to increase risk ratings and provides insights into third-party supply chain risks.
 

Categories and Ranking

RSA Archer
Ranking in IT Vendor Risk Management
2nd
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
41
Ranking in other categories
GRC (1st), IT Governance (1st)
SecurityScorecard
Ranking in IT Vendor Risk Management
3rd
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.5
Number of Reviews
7
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of February 2025, in the IT Vendor Risk Management category, the mindshare of RSA Archer is 11.2%, down from 11.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of SecurityScorecard is 11.3%, up from 10.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
IT Vendor Risk Management
 

Featured Reviews

IMRAN ALMARZOOQI - PeerSpot reviewer
Automates compliance management effectively but needs improved interface and dashboards
The tool basically automates whatever processes you already have, so I cannot specify improvements in that regard. However, my main issue with Archer is the graphics. The graphics have always been lacking. I always need to depend on another tool to read information from Archer to have better dashboards. It is like using Linux, and it has a Linux mindset and interface. I want to use Archer for top management and CEOs, but it looks too technical, and the dashboards are not really friendly. They are bulky, like opening an old Nintendo system from nineteen-ninety. The management agrees that Archer lacks in terms of presentation and dashboarding. It is complex, not user-friendly, and bulky. The interface just looks old.
Hadar Eshel - PeerSpot reviewer
Easy-to-deploy product with good technical support services
Our organization relies on numerous SaaS services for critical business functions, such as CRM and monitoring solutions. In a hypothetical scenario where a security breach occurs in the CRM database, potentially exposing our data and our clients, SecurityScorecard proves invaluable. It provides a security score, typically a percentage, based on extensive data collection from various sources, including the dark web and social networks. Let's say our CRM solution receives a security score of 78%, indicating a relatively safe status according to the information gathered by SecurityScorecard. One of its most effective features for risk identification is its enterprise-ready automation for third-party risk measurements. Additionally, it provides valuable insights into vulnerabilities within an organization, utilizing tools such as CVE details. For instance, it can assign a score based on vulnerabilities detected, such as 60%, and specify each vulnerability by its identifier. It offers scalability and can handle large volumes of real-time data. The continuous monitoring feature significantly enhances the ability to manage risks by providing real-time data collection on suppliers. We can observe fluctuations in their security levels over time, sometimes even every month. We can create alerts for high-risk situations, enabling organizations to respond promptly to potential security threats or vulnerabilities identified within their supplier network. The product's security ratings are helpful. While there may be occasional false positives, it does not function as a scanning solution. Instead, it presents the same information that hackers could potentially exploit. While I haven't worked with other cybersecurity rating solutions, I can attest to its strengths based on my experience. One notable advantage is their extensive data collection capabilities, surpassing many competitors in the market. They gather a wide range of information, resulting in a vast database that includes many suppliers or companies. It is easy to integrate with other tools. I rate it a nine out of ten.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Educational Organization
55%
Financial Services Firm
12%
Computer Software Company
5%
Government
3%
Financial Services Firm
14%
Computer Software Company
13%
Educational Organization
12%
Manufacturing Company
9%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about RSA Archer?
It has various valuable features. For example, showing us if a control aligns with specific standards or frameworks helps us understand it better and verify its compliance.
What needs improvement with RSA Archer?
The user interface needs work. There are many small text boxes, like credit card size's boxes, where we need to input a lot of text. You can't see what you're typing beyond the tiny window, so you ...
What is your primary use case for RSA Archer?
We primarily use the system control module and specific IT control models for ongoing risk assessment activities. We use it on a day-to-day basis.
What do you like most about SecurityScorecard?
One of its most effective features for risk identification is its enterprise-ready automation for third-party risk measurements.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for SecurityScorecard?
SecurityScorecard is priced in the middle range. There are more expensive and cheaper options available, however, Fortify Data and Censinet are also in the same middle range.
What needs improvement with SecurityScorecard?
The product can be improved by incorporating more data points and intelligence around dark web information and threat data. Adding more features to combine and consolidate internal vulnerability sc...
 

Also Known As

Archer
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Overview

 

Sample Customers

T-Systems, Bridge Point, Equifax, First Data, Global Imaging Company, Manulife Financial
TriNet, USAA, Zurich, Gilt Groupe, McGraw Hill Financial
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