Ad-Hoc Network Discovery

Overview

Your network is constantly evolving. New devices come and go — laptops, phones, printers, IoT sensors. Many of them connect without formal onboarding, especially in growing or dynamic environments. Without regular network discovery, it’s easy to lose track of what’s connected, leaving blind spots that hackers can exploit.

Our ad hoc network discovery service gives you complete visibility over your environment — identifying every connected device, assessing its security posture, and ensuring it’s either managed or flagged for follow-up. It’s the first step to true network security.

Why it is Crucial 

Unmanaged devices are a leading cause of security vulnerabilities. A rogue laptop, outdated firmware on a smart device, or an unauthorized access point can quietly introduce risk into your otherwise well-managed IT environment. Without periodic discovery, these devices go undetected — and unprotected.

Whether you’re preparing for an audit, investigating a security incident, or onboarding a new site, ad hoc network discovery provides clarity and control. It also supports asset management, budgeting, and compliance reporting.

Our Process

We begin by deploying NinjaOne’s network scanning tools to sweep your local and remote environments. This scan catalogs every connected device — including PCs, servers, mobile devices, printers, and unknown endpoints. We enrich this data with manufacturer details, OS versions, open ports, and service status.

From there, we provide a report that includes:

 - Identified vs. unmanaged assets
 - Potential security concerns
 - Recommendations for onboarding or decommissioning
 - Suggestions for patching or policy enforcement


For organizations looking to build a long-term asset inventory or schedule regular sweeps, we can convert this ad hoc process into a scheduled, ongoing engagement.