Cyber Security Firm Create 150 New Jobs

Up to 150 new jobs are to be created by Irish Cyber Security firm, Integrity360, at its Sandyford headquarters in Dublin.

A total of 50 new positions will be recruited and completed with the support of Enterprise Ireland by the end of this year. A further 100 positions are expected to be created by the end of 2018, which will see the firm double in size. Overall, the development of Integrity360's managed security services is expected to propel growth over the next two years.

Welcoming the announcement, Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Mary Mitchell O'Connor, said: "Today's Integrity360 announcement that it is expanding and creating high quality skilled jobs in Ireland is very welcome. Integrity360 is an example of an Irish indigenous company that has grown and developed to compete on a global scale.

"The announcement today of 150 new jobs shows that Ireland is to the forefront of development and innovation in the IT sector. The Government through Enterprise Ireland looks forward to continued engagement with Integrity360 to support their business development."

As part of the current expansion, Enterprise Ireland is supporting the recruitment of 44 new positions in the company. Julie Sinnamon, CEO, Enterprise Ireland said, "Enterprise Ireland has been working with Integrity360 since 2012 and seen first-hand how this innovative company has gone from strength-to-strength, growing a strong customer base internationally and recruiting people at home. Supporting Irish companies with the ambition to scale globally is a key priority for Enterprise Ireland and we look forward to working closely with Integrity360 to optimise their full international growth potential, creating and sustaining jobs in Ireland."

Eoin Goulding, CEO, Integrity360, added: "We are delighted to report strong growth at Integrity360. This reflects the relevance of IT security to businesses on their own growth path, both at home and in export markets. IT security, is central to business development in terms of enabling growth, improving efficiency and productivity in organisations, as well as reducing risk.

"The announcement of 150 new jobs is another important milestone for us. We have a very talented team that we are proud of and look forward to adding to it."

The new positions are across a variety of departments in the organisation with a large proportion to be technical roles including Infosec Consultants, Security Analysts, and Cyber Risk and Assurance Consultants. To date, Integrity360 has provided excellent opportunities for those looking to commence and progress their careers within the IT Security industry.

Integrity360 is Ireland's largest Cyber Security firm, currently employing 140 people and operating in the UK through its London and Birmingham offices and the US through its latest New York office.

(MH/LM)