From Brazilian Roots to Dutch Innovation in The Hague

iT.eam’s New Chapter in Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity is a global challenge that is being tackled around the world, with different strategies but a collective end result. iT.eam is a leading cybersecurity and asset management company within Brazil, with more than a decade of experience within the field. iT.eam with the help of InnovationQuarter has taken a bold new step and opened their first international branch headquartered in The Hague. Singrid Teixeira, International Business Expansion Manager for iT.eam, is excited to bring their Brazilian mindset of flexibility and warmth together with their high quality standards to a new market.

iT.eam specialises in two core business areas: Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) and Cybersecurity services. Their clients in Brazil range from banking to automotive and oil and gas, working with some of the largest institutions in the country. In their move to the Netherlands, they are looking to bring something truly different to the market, focusing not on off-the-shelf solutions but flexible and adaptable cybersecurity.

“Our unique selling point is the way we treat our clients,” explained Singrid. “We deliver services with the quality of a European Nordic country, linked to the flexibility and care of a Brazilian company.”

This quality is backed up by their impressive certification and partnerships including being the first technology company in Brazil certified in ISO 27001 and 27701. They are also one of the first companies globally certified in SOC-CMM and they have been a Gold Business Partner of IBM since 2015. The main services they are offering in their expansion is Security Operations Center (SOC), brand protection, pen testing, and vulnerability manager.

“We are confident that we are ready to make a difference in the European market, just as we have in Brazil,” shared Singrid.

The move from Brazil to the Netherlands is a large step and iT.eam are already on a path for success having secured their first client in Europe. Even though they work with major industry players in Brazil, iT.eam is focusing on working with small to medium sized IT companies that understand the importance of cybersecurity. This includes companies that already have a CIO and/or CSO in place and who want a personalised approach to the services that they use. Focusing on smaller clients to begin with exemplifies that they “want to make a difference in the lives of [their] clients, employees, partners, and suppliers,” as Singrid added.

The decision to headquarter their first international expansion in the Netherlands was anything but a spontaneous decision. Their extensive research and search included countries such as Estonia, Portugal, and Sweden and reflects the strategic vission of Thomaz Russi, CEO and Founder of iT.eam. Since founding iT.eam, Thomaz has focused on providing quality and innovation, which also helped guide their expansion into the European market. The Netherland’s mature cybersecurity ecosystem, stable economy, and international reputation were key factors in their decision. The Hague, known for being the home of the International Court of Justice and Europol, offered iT.eam a unique proximity to cyber authorities and a strategic location within Europe. Singrid stressed the importance of creating a substantial presence in the Netherlands and not just a symbolic move. This means they are looking to hire local technical staff who can interface with their experienced team back in Brazil and bridge any gaps between the two continents. Their positioning as volunteered by Singrid is as “a Dutch company with Brazilian roots.”

Entering a new market is not without its challenges and iT.eam are keenly aware of this. Philip Meijer, Senior Account Manager Safety & Security, congratulated iT.eam on their recent expansion.

“We have assisted companies from around the world with setting up in our region but we have never had the pleasure of working with a Brazilian company. It was a great experience working with iT.eam on their endeavours to branch out and we are looking forward to assisting them more in the future.”

iT.eam have been attending events in the area since the start of 2024 and are building local partnerships and networks to help propel their growth in the Zuid-Holland ecosystem. Their offices are in the World Trade Center The Hague and they are looking to partner with Security Delta (HSD) and become a part of HSD Campus to embed themselves fully in The Hague’s cybersecurity ecosystem. The team back in Brazil is buzzing with excitement about the European expansion and iT.eam is conducting internal interviews to assess English levels and is investing in training for effective communication. Focusing on organic growth, iT.eam envisions becoming a key player in cybersecurity services throughout Europe over the next three to five years.

iT.eam is officially welcomed to The Hague’s cybersecurity ecosystem by InnovationQuarter, the Municipality of The Hague and Security Delta (HSD) at the ONE International Business event 2024.

With a solid foundation, a dedicated team, and a clear vision, iT.eam is poised for success and to make a significant impact in the cybersecurity industry within Europe. They believe there’s space for everyone who delivers excellence to succeed together and are eager to establish partnerships and build a collective future.