Grupo Cynthus

Name

Grupo Cynthus

Legal name

GRUPO CYNTHUS, S.A. DE C.V.

Website

https://cynthus.com.mx

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

IT Consulting and Professional Training

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (61143), Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services (5416), Professional and Management Development Training (611430), Business Schools and Computer and Management Training (6114)

SIC

Services-Management Consulting Services (8742), Services-Management Services (8741), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Governance, Controls & Internal Control Frameworks (EDABAJAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Audit, Inspection & Quality Compliance (Internal Auditing, CAPA) (EDABAKAN), Infrastructure, Networking & Systems Administration Training (BPAEANAJ), Project, Process & Quality Certification Prep (PMP, PRINCE2, Lean Six Sigma, ITIL) (EDANAIAE)

Keywords

• IT consulting services
• Cybersecurity training
• IT governance consulting
• Risk management advisory
• Professional certification training

Headquarters

HQ city

Nápoles

HQ country

Mexico

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Professional Training and Certifications: Revenue generated from instructor-led courses, certification preparation programs, and workshop services. Courses cover cybersecurity (CISSP, CEH, CCSP), IT governance (COBIT, CGEIT, CISA), risk management (CRISC, ISO 31000), data analytics (IDEA), and emerging technologies (AI, Cloud, Blockchain). Pricing ranges from approximately 9,000 MXN to 60,000+ MXN per course.
2. IT Consulting and Advisory Services: Consulting services in information security, cybersecurity, business continuity, IT governance, risk management, regulatory compliance, financial crime prevention, data analytics, and business analysis.
3. Software Solutions: Resale and implementation of software solutions including CaseWare IDEA, Alessa, SmartExporter, Delos ERM, Belenus, Working Papers, OKTA, and Automation Anywhere. Revenue from software licensing, implementation, and support services.
4. Training Kits and Packs: Bundled training programs (SECUREKIT, CYBERKIT, CloudKIT, AudiKIT, RisKIT, IDEA Pack, SCRUM Pack, COBIT Pack) offering comprehensive certification pathways at discounted package pricing compared to individual courses.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Grupo Cynthus is a Mexico-based IT consulting and professional training firm operating across three pillars: (1) IT consulting and advisory services in cybersecurity, IT governance, risk management, regulatory compliance, business continuity, data analytics and financial crime prevention; (2) Resale and implementation of third-party software solutions including CaseWare IDEA, Alessa, SmartExporter, Delos ERM, Belenus, Working Papers, Okta and Automation Anywhere; and (3) Accredited professional certification training (CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, COBIT, ISO standards, CEH) delivered as individual courses and bundled training kits.

Product overview

Grupo Cynthus is an IT consulting firm offering professional training and software solutions organized in three main pillars: Software Solutions, Professional Training, and IT Consulting Services. Their software portfolio includes CaseWare IDEA (data analytics), Alessa (continuous monitoring/AML), SmartExporter (SAP extraction), Delos ERM (risk/continuity), Belenus (crisis management), Working Papers (audit), Okta (identity), and Automation Anywhere (RPA). Their training offerings include certification bundles (SECUREKIT, RisKIT, IDEA Pack, AudiKIT, CloudKIT, CYBERKIT, COBIT Pack, SCRUM Pack, ITCA) and individual courses covering cybersecurity (CISSP, CEH, CCSP), IT governance (CISA, CISM, COBIT), risk management (ISO 31000, CRISC), data analytics, and emerging technologies including AI and cloud security.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• IT Consulting and Advisory Services Professional consulting engagements delivered to organizations across information security, cybersecurity, IT governance, risk management, regulatory compliance, business continuity, financial crime prevention, data analytics and business analysis domains. Engagements are scoped per client and delivered by Grupo Cynthus consultants.
• Professional Certification Training Courses Instructor-led certification preparation courses for IT and cybersecurity professionals, delivered both online (live virtual) and in-person at WTC Mexico City. Courses prepare participants for exams administered by globally recognized bodies including (ISC)², ISACA, EC-Council, PECB, APMG and CertiProf.
• SECUREKIT Training Bundle Bundled training program combining CISSP and CISM certification preparation with 96 hours of instruction, priced at a discount versus purchasing each course individually.
• RisKIT Training Bundle Bundled training program for risk management covering ISO 27005, ISO 31000 and CRISC certification preparation at approximately 25% savings versus individual purchase.
• IDEA Pack Training Bundle Bundled training program for CaseWare IDEA data analytics covering basic, intermediate and script-level curricula for audit automation.
• AudiKIT Training Bundle Bundled IT audit training program with intensive CISA certification preparation for IT audit and assurance professionals.
• CloudKIT Training Bundle Bundled cloud security training program including CCSP certification preparation for cloud security professionals.
• CYBERKIT Training Bundle Bundled cybersecurity training program combining ISO 27001 and ISO 27032 certification courses for cybersecurity leadership roles.
• COBIT Pack Training Bundle Bundled COBIT training program covering COBIT 2019 Fundamentals and Design & Implementation for enterprise IT governance professionals.
• SCRUM Pack Training Bundle Bundled agile training program including SCRUM Master, Product Owner and Developer certifications with 48 hours of training.
• CaseWare IDEA Software Data analytics software for auditors that analyzes large datasets to detect patterns, fraud and anomalies; resold and supported in Mexico by Grupo Cynthus.
• Alessa Software Continuous controls monitoring and anti-money laundering (PLD) software for real-time transaction surveillance and financial crime prevention.
• Automation Anywhere Software Robotic Process Automation (RPA) software with Agentic Process Automation (APA) that integrates Generative AI for bots to understand context, learn and collaborate with people.
• Delos ERM Software Integrated risk management, business continuity and audit platform for organizational resilience and governance.
• MATI - IT Audit Methodology Proprietary IT audit methodology developed by Grupo Cynthus to structure and execute technology information audits for client organizations.
• ARO - Operational Risk Administration Proprietary operational risk management methodology and offering for identifying, analyzing and managing organizational operational risks.

Quantifiable outcome

• Training programs include official certification exams from globally recognized bodies
• +1 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

AI capability6 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• HLB InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGrupo Cynthus is an independent member of HLB International, a global network of advisory and accounting firms. This membership provides access to international expertise, resources, and a global network of professional services firms, enabling cross-border consulting capabilities and shared best practices in IT advisory services.
• CaseWare International Inc.coreTechnology or IntegrationCYNTHUS is a CaseWare Authorized Partner, licensed to distribute and support CaseWare IDEA software - a leading data analytics and audit solution. This partnership enables Grupo Cynthus to provide software sales, implementation, training, and support for IDEA users in Mexico.
• ISACAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCYNTHUS is an Accredited Partner of ISACA, offering official courses for CISA, CISM, CRISC, CGEIT, COBIT, and ITCA certifications. This partnership provides access to official study materials, certification exams, and accredited training curricula developed by ISACA.
• (ISC)²coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCYNTHUS is an Official Training Partner (OTP) of (ISC)², offering CISSP, CCSP, SSCP, and CCISO certification courses. As an OTP, they provide official materials, practice tests, and recognized certification preparation programs.
• APMG InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCYNTHUS is an Accredited Training Organisation (ATO) of APMG International for COBIT 2019 certification programs. This accreditation ensures quality standards for COBIT training delivery.
• EC-CouncilminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with EC-Council for Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) and Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI) certification training. Grupo Cynthus offers these cybersecurity offensive certification programs.
• PECBcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPECB Platinum Partner status for ISO certification courses including ISO 27001, ISO 27005, ISO 27032, ISO 22301, ISO 31000, ISO 27701, ISO 37001, ISO 9001, ISO 20000, ISO 42001, and others. As a Platinum Partner, Grupo Cynthus delivers PECB accredited training and certification programs.
• CertiProfminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAuthorized Training Partner (ATP) of CertiProf for Scrum certifications including SCRUM Master, SCRUM Product Owner, and SCRUM Developer, offering agile methodology training and certifications.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Global Knowledge: Large global IT training company with broad cybersecurity, cloud, and IT governance offerings; comparable training partner portfolio (ISC2, ISACA, EC-Council) but at vastly larger international scale.
• Deloitte Mexico: Global consulting firm with established Mexican practice covering cyber risk, IT audit, and GRC consulting — directly competing for enterprise IT consulting mandates Grupo Cynthus pursues.
• KPMG Mexico: Big Four advisory firm offering IT governance, risk, cybersecurity consulting in Mexico; overlaps with Grupo Cynthus on consulting engagements and competes for the same enterprise GRC buyers.

Direct peers

• Netec: Mexico-based IT training and certification provider offering vendor-authorized courses (Cisco, Microsoft, AWS, security). Directly comparable as a Mexican authorized training partner serving both individuals and enterprises.
• Educacion IT: LATAM-focused IT training and certification firm operating in Mexico, Argentina, and other Spanish-speaking markets with similar professional development and corporate upskilling offerings.

Regional players

• Softtek: Large Mexico-founded IT services and consulting firm with LatAm reach; comparable as a Mexican IT consulting/services provider serving enterprise digital transformation and IT governance needs.
• INCAE Business School: Top LatAm business school offering executive education including IT governance, risk, and data analytics programs — comparable for executive/professional training audience in the region.
• SIA Mexico: Spain-based IT services firm with Mexican operations offering cybersecurity, risk, and regulatory consulting; comparable mid-tier IT advisory with authorized training partner capabilities.

Emerging players

• Logical Operations: Cytrix-acquired IT training provider offering certification prep and instructor-led courses; comparable accredited partner model for cybersecurity and IT governance training content delivery.
• IT Professional Training (ITPT): Accredited training organization offering ISACA/ISC2/AXELOS certification preparation; comparable specialist training partner model focused on individual professionals and corporate cohorts.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/GrupoCynthus
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCNeO3XzrHcY0ikh5p1wfUaw
• Facebookfacebook.com/CynthusMexico
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/grupo-cynthus-s-a--c-v-
• Instagraminstagram.com/grupocynthus

Compliance15 records

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Valuation estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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