Strategic acquisition candidate cybersecurity

Seeker seeks strategic acquisition candidates within the Randstad region to strengthen service offerings and achieve economies of scale in the cybersecurity and compliance sector for SMEs. The ideal candidate will offer expertise in ISO standards, managed security services (MSSPs), cloud and SaaS security, or IT consulting with a focus on digital transformation.

Sector & market position

• Sector: cybersecurity, ISO standards, managed security services, and IT consulting.
• Market position: Focused on SMEs with a good market position and possibly niche expertise to complement the business's services.

Location
The preferred location is in the Randstad conurbation, preferably near Rotterdam and Den Haag.

Company size

• Revenue: €500k to €2 million per year.
• Number of employees: 0-5, ideal for integration without major operational disruption.
• EBITDA: Between €25k and €150k per year.

Service profile

• ISO Standards and Compliance: Experience with standards such as ISO 27001, 9001, and/or 22301.
• Managed Security Services: Expertise in endpoint security, threat detection, and vulnerability management.
• Cloud and SaaS security: Strong skills in cloud security and SaaS management.
• IT consulting for Digital Transformation: Focus on secure DevOps, data protection, and IT architecture.

Strategic fit and synergy

• Additional Expertise: Candidates who enrich the company's service offering with proprietary solutions or frameworks.
• Cross-Selling: businesses with SME customers who can complement the company's services.
• Culture: Focused on growth, customer focus and innovation.

Company owner
The seeking party prefers family-owned companies or founders who are open to transfer with possibly an active transition period. The seeking party's desire is for owners who want to focus on new interests or ensure the growth of their employees and customers.