Group-IB and VAS Forge Alliance to Boost Cyber Defense in the Kingdom

Group-IB, a premier innovator in cybersecurity technologies aimed at investigating and combating digital crime, has teamed up with VAS Integrated Solutions, a leading value-added distributor (VAD) specializing in integrated IT solutions across diverse market sectors. Together, they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to delve into strategic partnerships and future channel expansion initiatives in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

This landmark agreement paves the way for a dynamic collaboration focused on enhancing knowledge-sharing, driving innovation, and developing bespoke solutions to combat the region’s rapidly advancing digital threats.

Mohammad Flaifel, Regional Sales Director for KSA and Türkiye at Group-IB, and Bilal Abdulrahman, Country Manager for KSA & GCC at VAS Integrated Solutions, formalized this agreement during the Black Hat MEA event, showcasing a mutual vision to fortify Saudi Arabia’s cybersecurity ecosystem through robust local collaborations.

This partnership establishes a comprehensive framework for joint market development, enabling partners, and executing awareness initiatives. Grounded in Group-IB’s adversary-centric and predictive methodologies for cyber threat and fraud intelligence, the collaboration leverages Group-IB’s Digital Crime Resistance Center (DCRC) model. This model fuses local expertise in the Middle East and Africa with global threat intelligence, equipping organizations in Saudi Arabia to effectively anticipate, mitigate, and respond to intricate cyber threats.

By harnessing VAS’s extensive local ecosystem, partner network, and market accessibility, this alliance aims to deliver potent cybersecurity solutions across the Kingdom, reinforcing resilience in alignment with Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation goals.

The partnership also emphasizes the critical need for cybersecurity awareness and education. It outlines plans for collaborative efforts to promote online safety and fraud prevention through the creation of educational materials, as well as joint webinars, workshops, and training sessions aimed at industry professionals. Moreover, the partnership seeks to engage in advisory groups to elevate national cybersecurity awareness.

Mohammad Flaifel stated: “This partnership marks a significant milestone in our ongoing channel strategy in Saudi Arabia. It reflects our commitment to enhancing the digital landscape’s safety and security. By collaborating with VAS, we seek to amplify our presence in the Kingdom, support our partners, and provide customers with advanced cyber and fraud intelligence solutions tailored to the local threat environment.”

Bilal Abdulrahman remarked: “We are delighted to join forces with Group-IB to bolster cybersecurity awareness and address pressing digital challenges within the Kingdom. Our collaborative efforts aim to equip businesses with the essential tools and knowledge to navigate the ever-evolving threat landscape, reinforcing our commitment to impactful solutions across the broader region.”