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Managed IT Services Provider Wyntec, Layer 8 Security Announce Merger

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Wyntec, an Australian managed IT services provider, and cybersecurity solutions company Layer 8 Security are merging so they can provide their joint customers with security governance, risk and training offerings.

This is technology M&A deal number 364 that MSSP Alert and sister site ChannelE2E have covered so far in 2022.

Wyntec and Layer 8 Security initially began working together in 2019. Going forward, they intend to provide a security solution that combines people, processes and technology, the companies indicated.

In addition, Wyntec will prioritize the implementation of cybersecurity solutions for customers, particularly within the Microsoft stack, according to a prepared statement. Meanwhile, Layer 8 will focus on the "people" element and deliver cybersecurity awareness training, cyber escape rooms and risk and compliance solutions.

A Closer Look at Wyntec and Layer 8 Security

Wyntec specializes in "stress-free IT," the company noted. It offers a variety of cybersecurity services, including:

  • Cybersecurity Awareness: Helps organizations review hardware and software and identify and address security vulnerabilities.
  • Endpoint Protection: Delivers zero-day cyber threat response, real-time visibility across IT infrastructure and threat hunting capabilities.
  • Governance, Risk and Compliance: Helps organizations comply with NIST, PCI and other data security standards.
  • Incident Response and Remediation: Empowers organizations to detect security vulnerabilities and respond to cyberattacks.

Layer 8 is a cybersecurity consulting, advisory and technical services firm. It offer risk management and technical services, such as:

  • Data risk management
  • Managed phishing simulation
  • Network and endpoint security monitoring
  • Penetration testing
Dan Kobialka

Dan Kobialka is senior contributing editor, MSSP Alert and ChannelE2E. He covers IT security, IT service provider business strategies and partner programs. Dan holds a M.A. in Print and Multimedia Journalism from Emerson College and a B.A. in English from Bridgewater State University. In his free time, Dan enjoys jogging, traveling, playing sports, touring breweries and watching football.

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