Sophos Group is a global cybersecurity company that develops and delivers next-generation security solutions to protect organizations against advanced threats. Founded in 1985 and headquartered in Oxford, U.K., the company combines hardware, software and managed services to offer comprehensive protection across endpoints, networks and cloud environments. Over the decades, Sophos has built a reputation for integrating threat intelligence, machine learning and behavioral analytics into its products to provide real-time defense and rapid threat response.
The company’s portfolio includes endpoint protection, next-generation firewalls, Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), email security, encryption and mobile device management. Sophos Intercept X, its flagship endpoint solution, leverages deep learning technology to detect and block malware, ransomware and zero-day exploits. In addition, Sophos XG Firewall offers advanced intrusion prevention, application control and VPN capabilities, while Sophos Cloud Optix provides visibility and compliance monitoring for public cloud infrastructures. The company also offers Sophos Managed Threat Response (MTR), a 24/7 service combining human expertise with automated tools to hunt, isolate and remediate threats.
Serving more than 400,000 organizations in over 150 countries, Sophos operates through a worldwide network of channel partners, resellers and distributors. Its customer base spans small and midsize businesses as well as large enterprises across industries such as finance, healthcare, education and government. With regional offices and data centers in North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and Latin America, Sophos emphasizes local support and rapid deployment to meet diverse regulatory and operational needs.
Under the leadership of CEO Kris Hagerman, who joined the company in 2014, Sophos has pursued strategic acquisitions and product innovations to strengthen its threat detection capabilities. In 2020, the company was acquired by private equity firm Thoma Bravo, enabling further investment in R&D and expansion of managed services. Sophos continues to focus on simplifying cybersecurity management while enhancing protection against an evolving threat landscape.
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