Simnet
High-Touch, End-to-End Security Solutions

As more and more organizations undertake digital transformation initiatives, the security landscape is evolving faster than ever. Just as companies are convinced that their firewall or anti-spyware is up to date, a new and more sophisticated attack throws them off guard. This constantly evolving security landscape can not only take a toll on expenses but also cause organizational leaders to shift their focus from core business objectives. As cybercrimes become more complex, and with large monetary and reputational damage at stake, it’s time for the experts to step in.

With deep-seated expertise in security solutions and as a Fortinet Silver Partner, Simnet has developed a reputation for helping organizations solve their toughest security challenges. A specialist in security operations center, cloud, and managed services, Simnet brings over ten years of industry experience with their high-quality end-to-end IT solutions. “Most organizations across the board at present are battling the same challenge: a poor security posture,” remarks Ted de Vos, Founder and President of Simnet. Oftentimes, businesses are aware of the pain points in their security environment but feel lost at sea when it comes to bridging the gaps, as in-house security teams lack the right acumen on all the necessary technologies to rise up to the challenge. In such scenarios, Simnet brings forth top-of-the-line and white-gloved services that are customized to match the individual security requirements of each client.

At the onset of a client engagement, Simnet’s preferred approach is to conduct an assessment, which highlights the current state of the client's security environment, the gaps that need to be filled, and the best possible remediation. From fully managed to co-managed SOC as a service that encompasses compliance management, managed cloud security, penetration testing, and more to superior cybersecurity consulting, Simnet offers a wide range of services. Simnet has pioneered a unique onboarding process that shortens the time it takes to four weeks for most services.

"To ensure edge computing security, Fortinet is our go-to solution," adds Ted. The company holds in-depth expertise in solutions such as FortiGate and FortiSIEM so that organizations can minimize risk while maximizing their investment.

We want to be recognized as Canada’s most trusted private cloud and SaaS security solutions company

Simnet's domain expertise is a key reason why clients place their complete trust in the company. In one particular instance on adopting FortiSIEM, the client realized they weren't well-positioned to handle the solution. They reached out to Simnet to derive the maximum benefit from their investment. Currently, Simnet is hosting the SIEM for the client, providing the expertise to manage the monitoring of the environment. It works with the client to determine who is best to remediate the issues that are discovered, and determine root cause.

In every step of their solutions strategy, Simnet takes charge of the heavy lifting. A unique feature, which makes them stand out from their competitors, is their “flat rate policy” which is inclusive of support services. “While the industry is preoccupied with hourly contracts and nickel and dime, we focus on setting up the solution right in the very first instance,” emphasizes Ted. This provides clients with cost certainty throughout the partnership, and financially incentivizes Simnet to correctly set up the clients’ environment, and maintain that environment as their environment changes.

Last year saw Simnet pushing harder in terms of sales in their local market. This year looks favorable for the company. The growth plan is to build on their success and reach out to more prospective clients. Having grown organically through the years, today, Simnet has a footprint across Vancouver, Toronto, and Montreal. Driven by excellence, passion, their dedicated team, and commitment to success, Simnet's near term vision is to be recognized as Canada’s most trusted private cloud and SaaS security solutions company.