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Convergint forms strategic alliance with Deloitte for integrated cyber-physical security

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Global integrator Convergint has announced a strategic alliance with Deloitte to deliver integrated cyber and physical security services for clients.

According to a press release, alliance offerings will include:

• Physical security risk assessments and enterprise security roadmap creation
• Cyber-physical security convergence within Global Security Operations Centers (GSOCs)
• Consolidation and integration of cyber and physical security programs
• Execution of broad, enterprise security systems and strategies
• Logical and physical identity management and in-wallet mobile credentialing
• Risk advisory services

“We’re excited to pair Deloitte’s deep cybersecurity knowledge with our advanced physical security integration capabilities. This alliance will offer shared clients an integrated approach to security that combines Deloitte’s physical and cyber-driven services with our technology solutions. Together, we’ll provide tailored solutions that focus on the complex needs of each sector, helping clients to improve business outcomes while reducing risk,” said Brian Sweet, director of global and enterprise alliances, Convergint, in a statement.

“As organizations contend with an expanding attack surface, it’s beneficial to integrate cyber and physical services that help address these advancing security challenges. Our alliance with Convergint will aid our shared clients in enhancing their resilience by assisting them to address both physical and cyber threats, determining regulatory compliance and offering tailored solutions to help mitigate risk — ultimately with the goal of improving risk mitigation measures and outcomes,” added Glenn Aga, global lead alliance partner for Convergint and a managing director, Deloitte & Touche LLP.