Full-Time
Posted on 7/26/2024
Provides cybersecurity solutions for businesses
Senior, Expert
Remote in UK
Sophos provides cybersecurity solutions to protect businesses from digital threats like malware, ransomware, and phishing attacks. Their products include endpoint protection for individual devices, network security for entire systems, and mobile security for smartphones and tablets. A key feature is Sophos Central, a cloud-based management console that allows users to oversee all security measures from one platform, making it easier to manage and respond to threats. Additionally, Sophos offers Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services, where experts monitor and address security incidents for clients who may not have in-house capabilities. Unlike many competitors, Sophos focuses on an integrated approach to security, combining various services and training programs to enhance client understanding and usage of their solutions. The company's goal is to provide comprehensive protection for organizations of all sizes, ensuring they can operate securely in a digital environment.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Acquired
Total Funding
$81.3M
Headquarters
Abingdon, United Kingdom
Founded
1985
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In 2023, Sophos laid off 10% of its workforce - approximately 450 employees - which the company said at the time was to achieve "the optimal balance of growth and profitability."
OXFORD, United Kingdom and ATLANTA, Feb. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sophos and Secureworks® (NASDAQ:SCWX), two global cybersecurity pioneers that have innovated and redefined services and technology solutions for defeating cyberattacks, today announced the completion of Sophos’ acquisition of Secureworks. The all-cash transaction values Secureworks at approximately $859 million. With the completion of the acquisition, Secureworks’ common stock has ceased trading on Nasdaq. Sophos is backed by Thoma Bravo, a leading software investment firm.With this acquisition, Sophos is now the leading pure-play cybersecurity provider of Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services, supporting more than 28,000 organizations of all sizes worldwide. The combination will enable Sophos to deliver an unparalleled security operations platform, featuring hundreds of built-in integrations for adaptive protection, detection and response for mitigating cyberattacks
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