SYDNEY – September 16, 2024: Leading technology service provider Tecala today announced its expanded partnership with Netskope, a leader in Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), with the appointment to Netskope’s Managed Service Provider (MSP) Program.

The Netskope MSP Program is a specialisation within the company’s Evolve Partner Program for partners that architect, deploy, and provide managed services for the ongoing support and optimisation of Netskope’s market leading SASE platform.  Appointment to the MSP program will enable Tecala to deliver Netskope cloud-native Security Service Edge (SSE) – including Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) services – as a fully managed service.

“The Netskope MSP Program has been designed to help partners provide greater value to their customers with mission-critical cloud security solutions from Netskope,” said Murray Mills, Manager of Cyber Security at Tecala.

“Tecala’s appointment to this program recognises our deep expertise in seamlessly managing implementations and resolving issues directly within our clients’ environments.”

Increasing Need for Cloud Security

As organisations rapidly advance their cloud transformation efforts, the demand for more sophisticated cybersecurity strategies grows exponentially. In this evolving landscape, expert guidance and specialised service delivery have become more crucial than ever.

“We are thrilled to deepen our partnership with Tecala as they join our Managed Services Program,” said Tony Burnside, VP and Head of APJ at Netskope. “Specialised cybersecurity partners like Tecala are vital in bridging the gap between advanced security solutions, their successful implementation and ongoing management.”

Murray Mills said the partnership with Netskope demonstrates the company’s commitment to delivering strong cybersecurity protection to cloud-based IT resources.

“Through these partnerships, we ensure our customers have access to the best-of-breed security and expertise that Tecala provides in designing, implementing and tailoring solutions to meet and align to critically import security controls and frameworks, all while ensuring positive customer user experience,” said Mills. “We look forward to our relationship with Netskope evolving further in the months and years ahead.”

Enhancing Tecala’s Cybersecurity Portfolio

The relationship between Tecala and Netskope delivers benefits to clients in four key ways:

• Expertise and insight: As a Netskope Managed Services Partner, Tecala delivers expertise in cloud security, providing customers with the insights and guidance needed to navigate the complexities of modern cyber threats.
• Ecosystem integration: Tecala’s deep understanding of the Netskope One platform and complementary security technologies allows a seamless integration of solutions into a customers’ existing IT infrastructure, ensuring minimal disruption, optimal protection and maximum return on technology investments.
• Customised solutions: Tecala prides itself on delivering customised solutions designed to meet the individual needs of each customer, ensuring that their security posture is robust and aligned with their specific business goals and regulatory requirements.
• Ongoing support: Tecala offers continuous support and optimisation services beyond the initial deployment, ensuring that customer security measures evolve with the ever-changing threat landscape.

About Tecala

As an end-to-end Managed Services Provider (MSP), Tecala supports mid-market clients across Australia. Rooted in a consulting and advisory background, their methodology is built on understanding their clients’ business objectives first, enabling them to provide technology solutions that deliver brilliant outcomes. Taking a strategic approach, Tecala implements and optimises a range of services including, managed cloud, user support, cyber security, and intelligent automation, as well as a comprehensive, as-a-Service practice that includes infrastructure, data protection and disaster recovery. Interconnectivity is provided for both data and voice via their national network services.

For further information please visit: tecala.com.au