Wipro launches 17th cyber defense center in Dusseldorf: A close look

Wipro Limited, a global technology and consulting firm, announced today the establishment of its 17th Cyber Defense Center (CDC) in Dusseldorf, Germany. The new facility aims to enhance cybersecurity and data protection, offering 24/7 monitoring and incident response services to clients.

Partnership with Microsoft for Advanced Cybersecurity Solutions

John Hermans, Head of Europe Cyber Security & Risk Services at Wipro Limited, remarked, “Our Cyber Defense Center in Germany is an integral part of our strategy to expand our cybersecurity capabilities in Europe to provide advanced solutions to our customers. Cybersecurity is a business differentiator, and our capabilities are expanding to cloud-delivered services, including SaaS (Software as a Service), IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service) as well as Operational Technology environments and IoT. We are happy to provide all these services in partnership with Microsoft’s suite of cybersecurity software.”

Through its global partnership with Microsoft, the center will utilize Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, and Defender for IoT solutions to offer state-of-the-art cybersecurity services.

Wipro and Microsoft Partner Up to Reinforce Cybersecurity in Dusseldorf. Photo courtesy of Rameshng/Wikimedia Commons.

Comprehensive Services Including Cybersecurity Training

In addition to real-time monitoring and incident management, Wipro’s Dusseldorf Cyber Defense Center will offer tailored cybersecurity exercises for clients. These exercises aim to prepare clients for real-world cybersecurity scenarios and assess their resilience against cyber threats.

A Shared Commitment to Strengthening Cybersecurity

Edith Wittmann, General Manager Global Partner Solutions Germany and Member of the German Board at Microsoft, said, “We are pleased to collaborate with Wipro as a trusted leader in cybersecurity. This partnership highlights our shared commitment to helping our clients strengthen their security posture in an increasingly challenging digital landscape.

“With the launch of a Cyber Defense Center in Dusseldorf, Wipro is reinforcing its commitment to providing their cutting-edge cybersecurity capabilities to our valued customers by leveraging Microsoft’s comprehensive portfolio of cybersecurity solutions, Wipro’s Cyber Defense Center will empower organizations to proactively manage IT security and compliance.” The Dusseldorf center reinforces Wipro’s commitment to offer cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions and fulfills a vital role in the company’s global network of Cyber Defense Centers.