Integrity360 Acquires Nclose: Expanding Cybersecurity Reach in South Africa

European-based cybersecurity giant Integrity360 has announced its acquisition of Nclose, a leading South African cybersecurity services provider with offices in Cape Town and Johannesburg. This move marks a significant step in Integrity360’s global expansion strategy, positioning South Africa as a critical regional hub for its operations.

Key Details of the Acquisition

• Strategic Significance: The acquisition boosts Integrity360’s resources in South Africa to over 180 personnel, who will support both local and international customers.
• Global SOC Network: With a new Security Operations Centre (SOC) in Madrid set to go live in early 2025, Integrity360 will operate six SOCs globally, delivering 24/7 multilingual support for services like EDR, XDR, and MDR solutions.
• Terms of the Deal: The financial details of the transaction remain undisclosed.

This acquisition follows Integrity360’s earlier purchase of Grove Group, another Cape Town-based company, in August 2024.

Nclose’s Role in the Expanded Portfolio

Founded in 2006, Nclose has built a solid reputation among South African and international businesses for its excellent service and cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions.

Key offerings include:

• Consulting and Managed Services: Comprehensive cybersecurity infrastructure management and MDR services.
• Partnerships with Top Vendors: Solutions featuring CrowdStrike, Netskope, Tenable, McAfee, KnowBe4, and more.
• Innovative Technology: Nclose’s proprietary Cyberfire technology enhances MDR capabilities, particularly for SMEs and mid-market enterprises.

Cyberfire will complement Integrity360’s existing Gartner-recognized MDR services, and plans are underway to expand its availability internationally.

Leadership Insights

Ian Brown, Executive Chairman at Integrity360, praised Nclose’s journey since its founding in 2006, highlighting the acquisition as a pivotal moment for both companies:

“The addition of CyberFire brings another service and growth capability to the group, expanding the depth of our XDR and MDR portfolio. We are excited to work with Stephen, Martin, and the team as we grow in South Africa and beyond.”

Stephen Osler and Martin Potgieter, Founders and Directors of Nclose, shared their excitement:

“Joining Integrity360 is a milestone for us. With their support, we are confident Nclose will continue to grow and flourish while delivering enhanced services to our customers.”

Integrity360’s acquisition of Nclose positions the group to strengthen its presence in South Africa and expand its offerings to a broader international audience. By investing in innovative technologies like Cyberfire, Integrity360 reaffirms its commitment to providing cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions worldwide.

As the company integrates its South African operations, businesses in the region can look forward to an enhanced suite of services that address evolving cybersecurity challenges.

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