This strategic partnership enables customers to assess IT cyber risks and outsource 24/7 security operations to protect their digital transformation efforts and IT operations from disruptions.
DALLAS, TX – January 13, 2022 – With digital transformation accelerating across industries like healthcare, education, government, financial services, and nonprofits, the demand for robust cybersecurity has never been higher. Gradient Cyber, a leading provider of Managed Extended Detection and Response (MXDR) solutions, today announced a strategic partnership with Westelcom, a mission-critical business telecommunications provider. This partnership combines Gradient Cyber’s 24/7 cybersecurity operations with Westelcom’s telecommunications services to offer a comprehensive solution that helps customers safeguard their networks and protect their business operations from unexpected disruptions.
Through this collaboration, Westelcom becomes a 24/7 trusted security advisor, helping customers navigate their digital transformation journey while reducing unplanned downtime and continuously monitoring critical communications infrastructure for cybersecurity breaches and anomalies.
24/7 Security Operations for Critical Infrastructure
As organizations across various industries become more reliant on digital communications infrastructure, maintaining 24/7 cybersecurity operations is a necessity. "This partnership is a perfect fit for both companies as Westelcom expands its cybersecurity portfolio," said Steve Chappell, CEO of Gradient Cyber. "With businesses becoming nearly 100% dependent on their digital infrastructure, round-the-clock security operations have become mission-critical."
Gradient Cyber's MXDR solution offers continuous threat detection and response across networks, endpoints, cloud environments, and applications. By combining AI-driven analytics with expert human oversight, Gradient Cyber provides customers with the ability to detect, prevent, and respond to threats in real-time, ensuring business continuity and minimizing the risk of disruptions.
A Strategic Collaboration for Cybersecurity
Westelcom’s president, Paul Barton, expressed excitement over the partnership: “We are excited to partner with a first-class company like Gradient Cyber. Together, we will provide vital security services to our partners and their end customers.”
This partnership allows Westelcom to offer a more comprehensive range of services, helping their clients secure their critical IT infrastructure as they undergo digital transformation. By leveraging Gradient Cyber’s 24/7 threat detection and response, Westelcom customers can mitigate risks and ensure their communications infrastructure remains secure.
Reseller and MSSP Programs
In addition to direct services, Gradient Cyber offers reseller and MSSP programs, providing partners with competitive monthly residuals, joint business plan mapping, product training, and comprehensive pre- and post-sales support. These programs enable partners like Westelcom to deliver advanced cybersecurity solutions to their customers while benefitting from collaborative marketing efforts and ongoing support.
About Gradient Cyber
Gradient Cyber provides Managed Extended Detection and Response (MXDR) solutions tailored for mid-market organizations. Combining AI-powered analytics with human expertise, we deliver 24/7 threat detection and response across networks, endpoints, cloud environments, and applications.
Our technology-agnostic platform integrates seamlessly with existing IT and security stacks to craft customized security solutions, ensuring early detection and prevention of cyberattacks. With Gradient Cyber, businesses gain proactive protection against evolving cyber threats, reducing risk and allowing IT teams to focus on growth.
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Gradient Cyber Media Contact: Caitlin MacDonald, cmacdonald@gradientcyber.com.
About Westelcom
Westelcom is a New York based telecommunications provider that offers mission-critical business communication services over their fiber network in upstate New York and nationally through a diverse blend of partners. The company offers traditional services like SIP/PRI/POTs/Long Distance, dedicated internet access, broadband, colocation, and web hosting and also provides managed services like SD-WAN along with more current solutions like UCaaS, UC, and collaboration solutions. As a leading carrier of telecommunications services, Westelcom has extensive expertise in serving the health care and education industry to include providing managed internet services to multiple regional telemedicine networks in New York, regional hospitals, and medical facilities along with several school district locations. Their Mission is to exceed customers’ expectations by providing excellent customer experience in communications solution design, delivery, and support. Westelcom can be reached at www.westelcom.com or 866.482.5427.
