POTECH - "Paths of Technology"

POTECH - "Paths of Technology"

Speciality: Targeted Penetration Testing and Red Team Exercises

Larnaca, Cyprus 89 employees
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[01] About

POTECH - 'Paths of Technology' is a Cyprus-based IT services and cybersecurity company founded in 2002, with 72 employees and 23.6% annual growth. It specializes in penetration testing and offers a wide range of cybersecurity solutions to clients across the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Australia, and the Americas. The firm also provides renewable energy and battery products, with a strong online presence of 781 monthly visits.

Founded in 2002, Potech provides masterful solutions in Information & Technology and Cybersecurity. Its wide range of globally accessible cybersecurity services and products supports diverse clients across the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Australia, and the Americas, including government entities, telecom operators, financial institutions, universities, and hospitals. Potech group includes specialized entities focused on cybersecurity consulting & IT governance, training & coaching, academic research and innovation, cybersecurity technology development, software development, SOC and managed services, as well as security & business intelligence. Potech’s three engineering masterpieces, empower clients with unique solutions: • DARKIVORE: A DRP and CTI platform, that permeates the surface, deep and dark webs to preemptively hunt and neutralize all vulnerabilities and threats. • TACIVOAR: A SIEM++ technology allowing organizations full control of their IT and Cloud infrastructures through built-in NDR and XDR, UEBA and SOAR. • OCTIVORE: A scalable SIRP that instantly responds to security threats, and works with any SIEM solution. With a global reach and a commitment to the highest international standards (ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 certifications), Potech is your trusted partner in ensuring “Holistic Security for Seamless Business Evolution”.
[02] Services
Penetration Testing
Cybersecurity Advisory
Digital Risk Protection
Siem Solutions
Incident Response
Digital Forensics
Business Continuity Management
Cyber Liability Insurance
Managed Security Services
Security Operations Center
Vulnerability Management
Red Team Exercises
Source Code Review
Ransomware Readiness Assessment
Security Consulting
Data Privacy Assessment
Risk Assessments
Virtual CISO
Cloud Security Assessments
Database Security Assessment
User Management Security
Training And Certifications
Engineering Services
AI And Machine Learning Solutions
Blockchain Forensics
Physical Security
Business Intelligence
[03] Certifications
ISO 9001

ISO 9001 and Cybersecurity/IT


Origin


ISO 9001 is a quality management system standard developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), first published in 1987. However, it's important to note that ISO 9001 itself is not a cybersecurity or IT-specific certification—it's a general quality management standard applicable to any industry. For cybersecurity and IT specifically, ISO created ISO/IEC 27001 in 2005, which focuses on information security management systems. ISO 9001 was created to establish consistent quality management practices across organizations worldwide, while ISO/IEC 27001 was developed to address the growing need for standardized information security controls.


Industry Value


ISO 9001 is valued across industries for demonstrating an organization's commitment to quality, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement, which can indirectly support IT operations. For actual cybersecurity and IT security certification, ISO/IEC 27001 is the recognized standard, valued because it provides a systematic approach to managing sensitive information, demonstrates due diligence to clients and stakeholders, and is often required for government contracts or business partnerships. ISO/IEC 27001 certification signals that an organization has implemented internationally recognized security controls and risk management processes, making it essential for building trust in an increasingly security-conscious business environment.
ISO 27001

ISO 27001: Information Security Management Certification


Origin


ISO 27001 was developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), and was first published in 2005. It evolved from the British Standard BS 7799-2, which was created in the late 1990s. The standard was developed in response to the growing need for organizations to systematically manage and protect sensitive information in an increasingly digital business environment. ISO 27001 has since been revised, with major updates released in 2013 and 2022 to address evolving cybersecurity threats and best practices.


Industry Value and Importance


ISO 27001 is globally recognized as the leading standard for information security management systems (ISMS) and is valued for providing a systematic, risk-based approach to protecting sensitive data. Organizations that achieve ISO 27001 certification demonstrate to clients, partners, and regulators that they have implemented comprehensive security controls and are committed to maintaining confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information. The certification is particularly important for organizations handling sensitive data, as it helps meet regulatory compliance requirements, reduces security incidents, builds customer trust, and often provides a competitive advantage in procurement processes where information security assurance is required.
[05] Notable Clients
  • ZIWO
  • Almabani
  • Banque Banorient France