TULSA, OK – Sept. 1, 2015 — SageNet – a leading Managed Network Solutions provider – announces it has acquired the cybersecurity division of IT consulting and staffing firm Turnberry Solutions, Inc. The acquisition provides SageNet customers a suite of proven, cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions and access to a seasoned team of cybersecurity experts. The acquisition bolsters SageNet’s Advanced Threat Protection and PCI compliance services with a robust range of cybersecurity services, including: security strategy, security assessments, audit and compliance assessments, risk management, cloud security, security intelligence, e-discovery, managed security programs, virtual CISO services and managed security operations.
SageNet’s Security Services team will be led by industry cybersecurity guru Paul Truitt. Prior to developing the cybersecurity practice at Turnberry Solutions, Paul served as the head of Information Security for a major U.S. retailer and as a senior leader for large consulting firms, including Andersen, Deloitte, Smart and Turnberry. He holds a BS from Salisbury University, an MBA from Widener University and numerous industry certifications, including Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), and Certified Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI).
“I am truly excited to welcome Paul and his team to the SageNet family,” said SageNet CEO Daryl Woodard. “Security is top of mind for all of our clients and there is ever-increasing demand for in-depth and managed security services. As Vice President of Cybersecurity Services, Paul brings our customers the expertise, experience and proven tools the new information security environment demands. We are also happy to welcome a number of new SageNet clients for whom the team’s cybersecurity solutions are already at work, helping to predict, prevent, detect and respond to cyber threats.
SageNet President Brad Wise agreed. “The addition of Turnberry Solutions’ Cybersecurity practice to SageNet’s established suite of managed network services, and U.S.-based Network Operations Centers marks the next step in our quest to become the industry’s preeminent provider of Managed Network and Security Solutions for large multi-site enterprises,” concluded Wise.
As part of the acquisition agreement, SageNet and Turnberry Solutions will enter a broad-based strategic alliance under which SageNet will be the preferred supplier of cybersecurity solutions to Turnberry, and Turnberry will serve as a valuable resource providing IT staffing solutions to SageNet clients.
Terms of the deal were not disclosed SageNet’s comprehensive Cybersecurity services are available immediately. For more information about SageNet, visit www.sagenet.com, or call 866-480-2263.
About SageNet
SageNet designs, implements and manages fast, secure and reliable networks that empower organizations to achieve their core business objectives.
Formed by the merger of SageNet, founded in 1998, and Spacenet, founded in 1981, today’s SageNet offers a uniquely broad and deep understanding of local and wide area networks, backed by a proven track record of deploying customer-focused technology solutions.
SageNet’s integrated network infrastructure, dedicated personnel and innovative products and services suite sets the standard for Managed Network Solutions. Combining longstanding traditions of industry leadership, innovation and a passionate commitment to customer support, SageNet manages communications at more than 160,000 locations. The company’s customer base represents many of the nation’s leading retail, healthcare, financial and energy companies, as well as public utilities, state lotteries and government agencies.
And, SageNet delivers it all with the peace of mind that only a trusted, single point of accountability can provide.
About Turnberry Solutions
Headquartered in Blue Bell, Pa., Turnberry Solutions is an IT consulting and professional services firm with a proven track record delivering large-scale technology projects. As an Advanced Consulting Partner of Amazon Web Services, Premiere Partner of Splunk, and Microsoft Gold Certified Managed Partner, Turnberry’s team of highly skilled consultants and technologists have designed, implemented and deployed some of the world’s most scalable business enablement platforms for enterprise and mid-market clients.
For more information, visit turnberrysolutions.com
