Telus acquires cybersecurity services firm Vumetric – Cartt.ca

Summary: Telus has acquired Vumetric Cybersecurity, a Toronto-based cybersecurity provider, to enhance its security services portfolio and offer advanced penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities and threats for companies in North America.

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Key Point :

  • Telus has acquired Vumetric Cybersecurity to strengthen its security services portfolio.
  • Vumetric specializes in advanced penetration testing to identify cyber vulnerabilities and threats.
  • The integration of Vumetric’s digital platform will enhance Telus’ security services, including advisory services, cloud security, network security, and cyber defense.
  • Vumetric’s platform simplifies penetration testing complexities and enables businesses to proactively strengthen their cybersecurity.

Telus announced Tuesday its acquisition of Vumetric Cybersecurity, a Toronto-headquartered cybersecurity provider that specializes in advanced penetration testing designed to identify cyber vulnerabilities and threats to companies across North America.

Through the integration of Vumetric’s specialized digital platform, Telus is enhancing its security services portfolio, which includes advisory services, cloud security, network security and cyber defence, a Telus press release says.

“Fully integrated with major cloud platforms, Vumetric’s platform delivers a cutting-edge, client-centric approach to cybersecurity testing,” the release reads. “This solution simplifies penetration testing complexities and enables businesses to proactively strengthen their cybersecurity with efficient, on-demand testing, addressing today’s dynamic cyber threats.”

“Canadian businesses are looking for comprehensive visibility into the security of their infrastructure and a more robust security posture, and we can provide them peace of mind knowing their business is protected 24/7,” Heather Tulk, president, commercial and public sector, at Telus Business, said in the release. “Vumetric’s expertise in pinpointing security weaknesses is a valuable addition to our extensive range of advisory, management, and security services and solutions.”

“Joining forces with TELUS is a milestone for Vumetric,” said Patrick Chevalier, president and CEO of Vumetric. “Our advanced cybersecurity testing solutions, combined with TELUS’ comprehensive portfolio of cybersecurity services and decades of expertise, create a formidable team dedicated to securing digital infrastructure across industries.”

Vumetric has more than two decades of experience in providing security services and solutions. In addition to its Canadian headquarters in Toronto, it has offices in Quebec City and New York.

Source: https://cartt.ca/telus-acquires-cybersecurity-services-firm-vumetric


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