MSSP acquisitions and funding
336 acquisitions of managed security service providers since 2020 and 130 funding rounds since 2022 on record. The most active buyers are Accenture (8), Meriplex (8) and Magna5 (7). See the managed security service providers in the directory.
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Deals
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| Date | Deal | Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 2022 | DLH acquired GRSiProvides cloud-based enterprise modernisation and cybersecurity solutions to federal agencies | Undisclosed | Report on DLH buying GRSi, December 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| December 2022 | Booz Allen Hamilton acquired Security On-DemandA managed security services provider | Undisclosed | Report on Booz Allen Hamilton buying Security On-Demand, December 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| November 2022 | CloudWave acquired Sensato CybersecurityHealth sector managed defence supplier with a security service platform | Undisclosed | Report on CloudWave buying Sensato Cybersecurity, November 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| October 2022 | Integris acquired Security7 NetworksManaged security services provider serving small and mid-sized businesses | Undisclosed | Report on Integris buying Security7 Networks, October 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| September 2022 | VC3 acquired Accent Computer SolutionsManaged IT services, cybersecurity and consulting provider in California | Undisclosed | Report on VC3 buying Accent Computer Solutions, September 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| September 2022 | Meriplex acquired F1 SolutionsManaged security and IT provider for defence contractors and compliance | Undisclosed | Report on Meriplex buying F1 Solutions, September 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| September 2022 | Marcum acquired CyZenCybersecurity consultancy that helps launch a virtual SOC capability | Undisclosed | Report on Marcum buying CyZen, September 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| September 2022 | Magna5 acquired Interphase SystemsManaged IT services provider for life sciences and financial sectors | Undisclosed | Report on Magna5 buying Interphase Systems, September 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| September 2022 | Fujitsu acquired InPhySecProvides security consulting and managed security services including SIEM and detection | Undisclosed | Report on Fujitsu buying InPhySec, September 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| September 2022 | Allurity acquired AiukenProvides SOC and cloud security platforms | Undisclosed | Report on Allurity buying Aiuken, September 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| September 2022 | Adista acquired CyberprotectMonitors threats around the clock and guards company networks | Undisclosed | Report on Adista buying Cyberprotect, September 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| August 2022 | Yulista acquired StraitSysDelivers analytics, technology help, insider risk defence and online security work | Undisclosed | Report on Yulista buying StraitSys, August 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| August 2022 | Wavenet acquired OGL Computer Support Holdings LimitedUK company providing computer support and cybersecurity services | Undisclosed | Report on Wavenet buying OGL Computer Support Holdings Limited, August 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| August 2022 | Wavenet acquired CyberGuard TechnologiesUK company providing computer support and cybersecurity services | Undisclosed | Report on Wavenet buying CyberGuard Technologies, August 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| August 2022 | Meriplex acquired CPI SolutionsManaged services provider offering managed IT and security solutions | Undisclosed | Report on Meriplex buying CPI Solutions, August 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| August 2022 | ICS acquired Cards TechnologyOffers managed IT and cybersecurity services | Undisclosed | Report on ICS buying Cards Technology, August 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| August 2022 | Ekco acquired Unity Technology SolutionsIrish managed services provider including cybersecurity | Undisclosed | Report on Ekco buying Unity Technology Solutions, August 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| August 2022 | Convergence Networks acquired SWAT SystemsRuns clients' computer systems and keeps their networks safe | Undisclosed | Report on Convergence Networks buying SWAT Systems, August 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| August 2022 | CIS Secure acquired Intrepid Solutions and ServicesGives online protection and other work to public sector bodies | Undisclosed | Report on CIS Secure buying Intrepid Solutions and Services, August 2022 (opens in a new tab) |
| August 2022 | Cerberus Sentinel acquired CUATROiProvides cloud, managed services and cybersecurity from Chile | Undisclosed | Report on Cerberus Sentinel buying CUATROi, August 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| August 2022 | ATSG acquired VologyProvides managed IT, cloud and security services to businesses | Undisclosed | Report on ATSG buying Vology, August 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| August 2022 | Airiam acquired Vantage Point Solutions GroupOffers managed cybersecurity services to small and medium sized businesses | Undisclosed | Report on Airiam buying Vantage Point Solutions Group, August 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| July 2022 | Clearwater acquired Tech LockSupplies protection oversight, spotting threats, breach handling and rule compliance | Undisclosed | Report on Clearwater buying Tech Lock, July 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| July 2022 | Cipherpoint acquired Excite ITAustralian managed security services provider offering managed security and IT solutions | Undisclosed | Report on Cipherpoint buying Excite IT, July 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| July 2022 | Cerberus Sentinel acquired CyberVikingDelivers software protection, handling of breaches and security operations centre work | Undisclosed | Report on Cerberus Sentinel buying CyberViking, July 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| June 2022 | Nitel acquired HypercoreSupplies computer systems and runs security for clients | Undisclosed | Report on Nitel buying Hypercore, June 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| June 2022 | Meriplex acquired LightPointManaged IT and security solutions for SMBs and healthcare | Undisclosed | Report on Meriplex buying LightPoint, June 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| June 2022 | Logically acquired Cornerstone ITFull-service IT managed services provider with security offerings | Undisclosed | Report on Logically buying Cornerstone IT, June 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| June 2022 | Interlaced.io acquired Grove TechnologiesHelps small firms with Apple devices and online safety | Undisclosed | Report on Interlaced.io buying Grove Technologies, June 2022 (opens in a new tab) |
| June 2022 | EdgeUno acquired New AccessDelivers online protection and hosted cloud services run for firms in Ecuador | Undisclosed | Report on EdgeUno buying New Access, June 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| June 2022 | Apollo acquired CyberDefensesKeeps state bodies and companies safe from online threats | Undisclosed | Report on Apollo buying CyberDefenses, June 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| June 2022 | Acumera acquired NetsurionRuns networks and keeps them reliable, compliant and secure | Undisclosed | Report on Acumera buying Netsurion, June 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| May 2022 | Valeo Networks acquired Next I.TManaged service provider offering IT and cloud services | Undisclosed | Report on Valeo Networks buying Next I.T, May 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| May 2022 | UNS acquired CyberPeak SolutionsProvides managed cybersecurity services to customers | Undisclosed | Report on UNS buying CyberPeak Solutions, May 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| May 2022 | Thales acquired Maxive CybersecurityHolding company consolidating cybersecurity firms offering detection, response, consulting and audit | $128m | Report on Thales buying Maxive Cybersecurity, May 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| May 2022 | Orro Group acquired Riot SolutionsManaged security services provider | Undisclosed | Report on Orro Group buying Riot Solutions, May 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| April 2022 | SysGroup acquired Truststream Security SolutionsDelivers managed security services to organisations | Undisclosed | Report on SysGroup buying Truststream Security Solutions, April 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| April 2022 | SysGroup acquired Orchard ComputersManaged service provider offering IT and managed security services | Undisclosed | Report on SysGroup buying Orchard Computers, April 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| April 2022 | Rimstorm acquired Elevative NetworksRuns clients' computer systems and keeps them safe from online threats | Undisclosed | Report on Rimstorm buying Elevative Networks, April 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| April 2022 | Omega Systems acquired ACE ITOffers technology help such as danger control, checks, intrusion testing and message protection | Undisclosed | Report on Omega Systems buying ACE IT, April 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| April 2022 | Meriplex acquired Cyberian TechnologiesDelivers outsourced technology and cyber protection to companies | Undisclosed | Report on Meriplex buying Cyberian Technologies, April 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| April 2022 | Airiam acquired SyntervisionProvides IT and cybersecurity services to businesses | Undisclosed | Report on Airiam buying Syntervision, April 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| April 2022 | ADACOM acquired NetbullSupplies a broad selection of outsourced cyber protection offerings | $6.6m | Report on ADACOM buying Netbull, April 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| March 2022 | Xperience acquired RiverliteEnglish cybersecurity firm offering cloud and cybersecurity capabilities | Undisclosed | Report on Xperience buying Riverlite, March 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| March 2022 | Sourcepass acquired Suite3IT and cybersecurity solutions provider with support and SOC services | Undisclosed | Report on Sourcepass buying Suite3, March 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| March 2022 | Magna5 acquired TCG Network ServicesProvides managed IT and cybersecurity services to organisations | Undisclosed | Report on Magna5 buying TCG Network Services, March 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| February 2022 | Vodafone acquired DEFENDProvides managed security services to businesses | Undisclosed | Report on Vodafone buying DEFEND, February 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| February 2022 | Integrity360 acquired CaretowerUK-based managed security services provider | Undisclosed | Report on Integrity360 buying Caretower, February 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| February 2022 | Foresite Cybersecurity acquired Cyber LanternProvides unified security management to small businesses, local governments and MSPs | Undisclosed | Report on Foresite Cybersecurity buying Cyber Lantern, February 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
| February 2022 | CyberCX acquired Cyber Research NZManaged security services provider with SOC capabilities | Undisclosed | Report on CyberCX buying Cyber Research NZ, February 2022 (opens in a new tab)via SecurityWeek (opens in a new tab) |
Acquisitions come from SecurityWeek's monthly M&A round-ups from 2021 onwards, from Cybersecurity Ventures' quarterly M&A reports for 2020, and a few from Wikipedia lists. Funding rounds from 2022 onwards come from Return on Security's weekly Security, Funded newsletter. These are dated to the month. A few deals added from the news are dated to the day. Smaller deals may be missing. Each Report link goes to the announcement or story the source cites, and the via link to the round-up or newsletter issue. Amounts are in US dollars. The category is what the bought or funded company sells.