MGALabs

What MGALabs does

MGALabs S.r.l. is an Italian cybersecurity professional services firm headquartered in Florence, founded in 2019 and operating as a member company of the Gruppo E consortium of seven complementary Italian IT firms active since 2005. The company delivers four core service lines: Security Assessment (covering Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing using real Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures), Security Operation Center (continuous monitoring and technical assistance), Digital Forensics (incident investigation, data manipulation validation, and recovery of lost or deleted data), and Training (cybersecurity awareness programs for technical and non-technical staff).

The firm's underlying technology is centered on offensive security methodologies and practitioner expertise rather than a platform product. Its primary technical artifact is the Smart High-Security Gateway SHG 4.0, a proprietary hardware/software gateway developed for the SOHO and mPMI segments to protect wired, Wi-Fi, and IoT networks from cyberattacks without requiring enterprise-grade IT expertise; this product was funded by a €125,595.20 grant awarded in 2022 for detailed design, implementation, and validation.

MGALabs operates a sales-led, direct-engagement go-to-market, reaching Italian businesses primarily through its website ([email protected], +39 055 289085) and the Gruppo E distribution network. Services are quote-based, project-driven professional engagements (penetration tests, SOC retainers, forensic investigations, training), with no publicly disclosed pricing. Target customer segments are SOHO users and Italian micro, small and medium enterprises (mPMI) that lack specialized IT security staff, supplemented by established Italian businesses served via Gruppo E cross-referrals.

Name

MGALabs

Legal name

MGALabs S.r.l.

Website

https://mgalabs.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

MGALabs is an Italian cybersecurity professional services firm in Florence delivering Security Assessment, SOC monitoring, Digital Forensics, and Training to SOHO users and Italian SMEs as a member of the Gruppo E IT consortium.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cybersecurity Services

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Security Systems Services (56162)

SIC

Services-Engineering, Accounting, Research, Management (8700), Computer Communications Equipment (3576)

akta.pro primary industry

Managed Security Services (MSSP) & 24/7 SOC Operations (BPAKAHAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Security Operations Center (SOC) as a Service (BPAEADAB), Network Security Managed Services (Firewall/IDS/IPS/SASE) (BPAEADAG), Secure Remote Access / ZTNA Gateways (Appliance/Virtual Appliance) (HDAFAFAI), Software-Defined Perimeter (SDP) / Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) (HDADABAC)

Keywords

• Penetration testing services
• Vulnerability assessment
• Security operation center
• Digital forensics
• Cybersecurity training

Headquarters

HQ city

Firenze

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Professional Cybersecurity Services: MGALabs generates revenue through professional cybersecurity services including Security Assessment (Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing), Security Operation Center services, Digital Forensics, and Training. These are likely project-based or retainer engagements targeting businesses.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

MGALabs provides professional cybersecurity services to businesses, including Security Assessment (Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing), Security Operation Center (SOC) monitoring and threat response, Digital Forensics for incident investigation and data recovery, and cybersecurity Training. The company also developed the Smart High-Security Gateway SHG 4.0, a hardware/software gateway offering cyber-attack protection across wired, wifi and IoT networks for SOHO and mPMI customers. All offerings are delivered by a team of ethical hackers and offensive-security specialists.

Product overview

MGALabs is a cybersecurity services company offering a portfolio of professional services including Security Assessment (with Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing), Security Operation Center (monitoring and protection), Digital Forensics (incident investigation and data recovery), and Training services. The company also developed the Smart High-Security Gateway SHG 4.0, an innovative hardware/software gateway product targeting SOHO and mPMI markets. All services are delivered by specialized cybersecurity professionals and ethical hackers to protect businesses from cyber threats.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Security Assessment Professional service that evaluates the cybersecurity posture of business systems, applications, and infrastructure. Includes Vulnerability Assessment to identify potential and present vulnerabilities in network systems, and Penetration Testing that simulates real cyber attacks using offensive security techniques and TTPs to identify exploitable vulnerabilities in web applications, mobile applications, and infrastructure.
• Security Operation Center Managed Security Operation Center service that provides technical assistance and logistical support to monitor and protect clients from risks and threats arising from cyber attacks. Delivered by MGALabs' cybersecurity specialists to businesses needing continuous protection.
• Digital Forensics Digital Forensics service that identifies alterations and damage to computer systems and equipment, validates violations and manipulations of digital data, identifies the methods exploited to carry out attacks, and recovers lost or deleted data. Used by businesses for incident investigation after cyber attacks.
• Training Cybersecurity training service focused on helping companies build greater awareness of the digital world, IT technologies, and web interactions. Targets both specialized IT/security staff and non-specialized personnel within client organizations.
• Smart High-Security Gateway SHG 4.0 Innovative hardware and software gateway designed for the SOHO (Small Office/Home Office) and mPMI (micro, small and medium enterprises) markets. Provides cybersecurity protection against attacks on wired, wifi and IoT networks without requiring the high-level IT expertise typically needed for Pro/Enterprise firewall or IDS solutions.

Quantifiable outcome

• Identifies all potential and existing vulnerabilities within corporate network systems through methodical Vulnerability Assessment
• +2 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Gruppo EcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2005MGALabs is part of Gruppo E, an information technology group formed by Ergon, Mediasecure, Estrobit, Neboola, Lunokod, MGALabs, and Enèxt — companies with complementary competencies that support businesses in their digital transition across Italy. Gruppo E has been serving businesses since 2005, with MGALabs contributing cybersecurity expertise to the group.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• CY4GATE: Italian-listed cybersecurity company providing cyber intelligence, digital forensics, and decision intelligence solutions. Larger and broader in scope but competes for the same Italian cybersecurity budget.
• Rapid7: Global cybersecurity vendor offering vulnerability management, penetration testing, and managed detection & response. Overlaps with MGALabs' Security Assessment and SOC offerings at the platform layer.
• CrowdStrike: Global cybersecurity leader whose Falcon platform bundles endpoint protection, threat intelligence, and managed SOC services. Sets the competitive benchmark MGALabs faces as it expands its SOC offering.
• Exprivia: Italian IT services group with a cybersecurity practice serving enterprises and public sector. Larger incumbent that competes for Italian cybersecurity consulting and SOC mandates.
• Leonardo Cyber & Security: Division of Italian defense and aerospace giant Leonardo delivering large-scale cybersecurity, SOC, and digital forensics services. Much larger incumbent operating in the same Italian market.

Direct peers

• YesWeHack: European offensive-security firm offering bug bounty and penetration testing services. Comparable in offensive-security methodology and European SMB-to-enterprise clientele.
• Yoroi (Tinexta Cyber): Italian cybersecurity services firm specializing in offensive security, threat intelligence, and managed detection, now part of the Tinexta group. Comparable offensive-security DNA and Italian SMB/mid-market orientation.
• Swascan: Italian cybersecurity services firm offering vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, and managed security services to SMBs and mid-market clients. Direct peer given overlapping MSSP/pentest practice and Italian SMB focus.
• S3K: Italian-headquartered cybersecurity company delivering security operations, penetration testing, and digital forensics services. Comparable in scale, geography, and service mix to MGALabs.
• Sekoia.io: European MSSP and SOC-as-a-service provider with a modern cloud-native XDR/SOC platform. Comparable as a regional European cybersecurity services competitor targeting similar mid-market clients.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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