Comstor and Sysconss highlight how AI-native, cloud-delivered security solutions are empowering organisations to meet evolving cyber threats with agility and confidence.
Cybersecurity threats are becoming more sophisticated, while hybrid and remote work models continue to reshape enterprise IT environments. To navigate these challenges, organisations across the Middle East and Africa are turning to AI-native, cloud-delivered security solutions that offer both scalability and resilience. Cisco, together with trusted regional partners like Comstor and Sysconss, is playing a pivotal role in driving this shift. In the following conversation, Renton D’Souza, Vice President at Comstor MEA, and Qaiser Butt, General Manager at Sysconss, discuss emerging security trends, Cisco’s adaptive strategies, and how customers are realising value through secure, integrated deployments.
Interview Excerpts:
Q: What trends are you seeing in cybersecurity, and how is Cisco adapting to meet these trends?
Renton: Key trends include the rise of multicloud environments, increased remote work, and the need for zero-trust architectures. Cisco is addressing these with AI-native security, cloud-delivered solutions, and a focus on zero trust, ensuring scalable and proactive protection for modern enterprises.
Q: What advice would you give organizations evaluating Cisco Security solutions today?
Renton: Focus on integration, scalability, and automation. Cisco’s unified security platform not only closes security gaps but also streamlines operations, making it a future-proof investment for organizations facing evolving cyber threats.
Q: How do Cisco’s solutions help organizations secure remote and hybrid workforces?
Qaiser Butt: Cisco’s security solutions, such as Cisco Umbrella, AMP for Endpoints, and secure VPNs, protect users wherever they work. These tools provide secure access, block threats before they reach endpoints, and ensure consistent policy enforcement across corporate and remote environments.
Q: How do you support customers in deploying and managing Cisco Security solutions?
Qaiser Butt: We provide end-to-end services, from assessment and solution design to deployment and ongoing management. Our team ensures seamless integration with existing infrastructure, user training, and continuous support to maximise the value of Cisco’s security investments.
Q: Can you share a customer success story where Cisco Security made a significant impact?
Qaiser Butt: One of our clients in the Healthcare sector faced challenges with securing remote access and preventing advanced threats. By deploying Cisco Umbrella, AMP, and Next-Generation Firewalls, we enabled secure, scalable remote work and reduced incident response times dramatically, resulting in improved security posture and operational efficiency.
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