SecurityHQ Signs Strategic Partnership with Al-Futtaim Engineering & Technologies

  • Sep 07, 2023

SecurityHQ, a global leader as a Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP), are excited to announce its enhanced collaboration with Al-Futtaim Engineering & Technologies, part of the Al-Futtaim Group, one of most respected corporations in the Gulf region.

Al-Futtaim Engineering & Technologies is the leading provider of holistic and 360-degree engineering and technology solutions in the building industry across the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Egypt.

With more than 45 years of operations and a proven track record, Al-Futtaim Engineering & Technologies provides superior reliable products and services including Digital Transformation and Technology Infrastructure. SecurityHQ will now be providing the cybersecurity to Al-Futtaim’s Engineering and Technology customers. SecurityHQ’s multiple global security operation centers are designed to rapidly identify and limit the impact of security incidents, via 24/7/365 threat monitoring, detection, and targeted response.

With the continued growth of Al-Futtaim Engineering & Technologies, and the demand of UAE based customers in a variety of sectors, including Telecommunications, Oil & Gas, and Financial Services, it was a natural decision for SecurityHQ to provide their cyber security capabilities and, in doing so, enhance cybersecurity for Al-Futtaim Engineering & Technologies customers across the UAE.

“SecurityHQ are very excited to be enhancing our partnership with an extremely respected brand like Al-Futtaim Group. We are very well aligned in terms of providing continued excellence. SecurityHQ already have multiple customers in the UAE and expanding our offerings to Al-Futtaim Engineering & Technologies, and enhancing the security of their customers, is a very natural progression for us,” said Aaron Hambleton, director for Middle East and Africa, SecurityHQ.

Razi Hamada, general manager of Digital Transformation at Al-Futtaim Technologies, stated, "At Al-Futtaim Technologies, the security of our clients is of the utmost importance. Partnering with forward-thinking companies such as SecurityHQ, renowned for their cybersecurity expertise, enables us to fortify the digital landscapes of our clients. This strengthened partnership with SecurityHQ reinforces our dedication to providing top-tier, dependable cybersecurity solutions that protect our clients and business partners' digital assets and reputation.”

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