VPN Deutschland

What VPN Deutschland does

VPN Deutschland GmbH is a German managed IT services provider headquartered in Bad Oeynhausen, founded in 2005 as a spin-out from the Systemhaus Krick Citrix practice and reorganized to a GmbH in July 2018. The company delivers managed network connectivity and IT security services to small and medium-sized enterprises across Germany, with secondary emphasis on financial institutions and on German companies with operations or partners in China.

The technology stack rests on a layer of deep partner integrations: Fortinet FortiGate next-generation firewalls and FortiMail email security form the security backbone, Enginsight provides vulnerability management, SIEM, and SOC-as-a-Service (added in July 2024), and KnowBe4 (added in June 2023) supplies the security awareness training platform. Underlying connectivity combines MPLS, IPSec VPN, and a Viprinet-based SD-WAN architecture that aggregates VDSL, fiber, LTE/5G, and fixed-wireless links across 5,000+ application signatures with sub-300 ms latency into China. The company operates its own two data centers in different Frankfurt am Main districts, certified to DIN EN 50600, connected via n × 10 Gbit/s ring with direct Telekom peering and DE-CIX interconnect, supported by 100% renewable energy.

The business model is subscription-based managed services sold direct: monthly managed subscriptions for Corporate Network VPN, SD-WAN, and Corporate Internet (12-month minimum term), recurring managed-security fees for Fortinet firewall and FortiMail operations, 12/36/60-month rentals or purchases of Fortinet hardware, modular KnowBe4 awareness subscriptions booked on 1–2 year terms, and unit-priced add-ons such as cable measurement (€150 per cable). Distribution is exclusively enterprise field sales with no reseller channel — a named Vertrieb lead, named-account management, free IT-security-check consultations, and a content marketing stack comprising webinars, Rapidmail newsletters, Google Ads, and event presence (including Digital Defense Day 2026). Select reference customers include Volks- und Raiffeisenbank Osterburg-Lüchow-Dannenberg (50-branch MPLS), Viebrockhaus AG, and EK/servicegroup eG, with a cumulative total of 600+ completed projects cited across 20+ years.

Name

VPN Deutschland

Legal name

VPN Deutschland GmbH

Website

https://vpn.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

VPN Deutschland GmbH is a German managed IT security and network connectivity provider for small and medium-sized enterprises, delivering Fortinet firewalls, SD-WAN, vulnerability management, security awareness training, and managed data center services across Germany and selectively into China.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Managed Network Security Services

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Computer Systems Design Services (541512), Computer Facilities Management Services (541513)

SIC

Communications Services, Nec (4899), Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYHDADABAD

VPN & Remote Access Gateways

Hardware, Technology & Telecom/Cybersecurity/Network Security (Perimeter, SASE, Firewalls)

SECONDARYHDAIAFAH

Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) & Secure SD-WAN

Hardware, Technology & Telecom/Telecommunications & Network Services/Data & IP Network Services (MPLS, SD-WAN, Ethernet)

SECONDARYBPAEAEAG

Network Security Services (Firewall/VPN/ZTNA/SASE Integration)

Business & Public Services/IT & Digital Services (Managed Services, Systems Integration)/Network & Infrastructure Services

SECONDARYHDADABAB

Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) & SSE

Hardware, Technology & Telecom/Cybersecurity/Network Security (Perimeter, SASE, Firewalls)

Keywords

• Managed network security
• SD-WAN solutions
• Corporate VPN services
• Managed firewall services
• IT security services

Headquarters

HQ city

Bad Oeynhausen

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Managed Network Services: Recurring managed services revenue from Corporate Network VPN connections, SD-WAN solutions, and Corporate Internet connections. Customers pay monthly fees with minimum 12-month contract terms, with prices quoted individually based on bandwidth and redundancy requirements.
2. Managed Security Services: Ongoing managed security services including Fortinet firewall management, FortiMail email security, vulnerability management (Enginsight), and SOC monitoring. Billed as recurring managed service subscriptions.
3. Hardware and One-Time Services: One-time fees for hardware procurement (Fortinet appliances), installation, and one-off services such as cable measurement (150 EUR per cable).
4. Security Awareness Training: Subscription-based Security Awareness training platform (KnowBe4-based) and phishing simulation services, typically booked for 1-2 year terms.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

VPN Deutschland is an IT managed services provider that plans, implements, and operates network connectivity and security solutions for German businesses, centered on Fortinet firewalls (FortiGate), SD-WAN, Corporate Network VPN (MPLS/IPSec), Corporate Internet with redundant backbone connectivity, FortiMail email security, Enginsight vulnerability management, and KnowBe4-based security awareness training, all delivered with 24/7 in-house German-language support and backed by its own Frankfurt am Main data centers.

Product overview

VPN Deutschland is an IT managed services provider specializing in network security and telecommunications solutions for small and medium-sized businesses. The company offers a portfolio of managed services organized around a core of Fortinet-based security products (FortiGate firewalls, FortiMail email security), complemented by SD-WAN and corporate network connectivity solutions. Additional offerings include vulnerability analysis using the Enginsight platform, the Cyber Threat Assessment Program (CTAP), Corporate Security Awareness training (via KnowBe4 partnership), managed datacenters in Frankfurt, and specialized China connectivity solutions. The company operates on a managed services model where VPN Deutschland handles planning, implementation, and ongoing 24/7 support. Services are available in modular components allowing customers to select specific solutions or comprehensive managed packages. The company has been operating since 2002 and serves customers throughout Germany.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Fortinet Firewalls (FortiGate NGFW) Next-generation firewall solutions from Fortinet delivered as a managed service with consultation, configuration, installation, and ongoing administration. Includes Intrusion Prevention, Deep Packet Inspection, SSL inspection, FortiGuard threat intelligence, and Fortinet Security Fabric integration, offered as purchase or rental.
• SD-WAN Software-Defined WAN service that bundles multiple connection types (MPLS, broadband, LTE/5G, fiber, VDSL, fixed wireless) from different carriers with intelligent load balancing, automatic failover, multi-provider firewall integration, and 24/7 support.
• Corporate Network VPN Managed VPN service that connects distributed enterprise locations, home offices, and mobile workers using encrypted tunnels built on MPLS, IPSec, and SD-WAN, with central data management, real-time monitoring, and 24/7 German-language support.
• Corporate Internet Business-grade internet connectivity offering with guaranteed bandwidth, symmetrical speeds, fixed IP addresses, direct backbone integration, and backup variants from passive to Always-On multi-provider configurations.
• FortiMail Email Security Managed Fortinet email security gateway that protects against phishing, malware, ransomware, and spam, with anti-virus, Content Disarm & Reconstruction, FortiSandbox Cloud analysis, DLP, and DSGVO/HIPAA compliance features for Microsoft Exchange, Office 365, and Gmail environments.
• Corporate Security Awareness Training Subscription-based security awareness training built on the KnowBe4 platform, offering phishing simulations, interactive training modules, PhishER Plus incident response, progress monitoring, and cloud-based delivery in 35+ languages, with optional full management by VPN Deutschland.
• Anbindungen an China (China Connectivity) Specialized managed MPLS and SD-WAN connectivity between Germany and China, offering backbone latency under 300ms, dedicated connections, fixed IP addresses, real-time monitoring, load balancing, and 24/7 German-language support under German contracts and billing.
• Schwachstellen-Analyse (Vulnerability Management) Managed vulnerability analysis using the Enginsight platform with CVE-based assessment and CVSS scoring, SIEM integration, SOC-as-a-Service, automated patch management, compliance checking against ISO 27001 and NIST, and penetration testing simulations across on-premises, AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud environments.
• Cyber Threat Assessment Program (CTAP) Time-boxed network security assessment service that combines Fortinet network traffic analysis with Enginsight vulnerability scanning over 7 to 30 days, producing a report with anomaly findings, vulnerability list, performance insights, and prioritized action recommendations.
• Rechenzentren (Managed Datacenter Services) Managed colocation and hosting services delivered from two Frankfurt am Main data centers with redundant n x 10 Gbit/s ring topology, direct Telekom peering, DE-CIX connectivity, 100% renewable energy, DIN EN 50600 certification, virtual and dedicated 19-inch rack hosting, backup storage, multi-gigabit bandwidth, biometric access, video surveillance, and 24/7 alarm management.

Quantifiable outcome

• >99.99% Internet availability achieved for EK/servicegroup with 5 bundled lines
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration9 records

AI capability3 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• EnginsightcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 July 2024VPN Deutschland partnered with Enginsight in July 2024 to offer cybersecurity and vulnerability management solutions including vulnerability scanning, SIEM, SOC-as-a-Service, and automated patching.
• KnowBe4coreTechnology or Integration · 1 June 2023VPN Deutschland became a KnowBe4 partner in June 2023, providing security awareness training and phishing simulation services based on the KnowBe4 platform.
• China TelecomcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 September 2016Partnership with China Telecom established in September 2016 enables VPN Deutschland to provide specialized MPLS and SD-WAN connections to China with guaranteed low latency and high reliability.
• FortinetcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 October 2015VPN Deutschland is a certified Fortinet partner, offering Fortinet Firewalls (FortiGate NGFW), FortiMail email security, and Fortinet Security Fabric integration. The partnership involves selling, configuring, and managing Fortinet security solutions for customers. Partnership established in October 2015.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• CANCOM SE: German-headquartered managed services provider for mid-market and enterprise customers, offering managed networks, security, SD-WAN and datacenter services across DACH; the most direct comparable in scale-up ambition and customer segment.
• controlware GmbH: German managed-service and system-integration firm specializing in network and security operations (Cisco/Fortinet-centric), serving mid-market enterprises with datacenter, SDN and managed security contracts comparable to VPN Deutschland's stack.
• SVA System Vertrieb Alexander GmbH: German system integrator with strong datacenter, networking and cybersecurity practice, offering managed services and Fortinet-class security to mid-market customers nationwide; comparable positioning and go-to-market.
• Bechtle AG: Largest German IT system house with a managed-services and network-security portfolio (firewalls, SD-WAN, MPLS) targeting mid-market and enterprise; directly competes for the same German SME and regulated-industry accounts.

Emerging players

• Cato Networks: Provider of a cloud-native SASE platform converging SD-WAN, security and zero-trust networking; positions itself as an alternative to traditional managed MPLS/VPN rollouts that VPN Deutschland specializes in for German mid-market.
• Aryaka Networks: Cloud-first SD-WAN and SASE provider serving mid-market global firms; an emerging challenger whose managed SD-WAN/SASE bundles compete with the kind of multi-site networking VPN Deutschland delivers via Viprinet/Fortinet partners.

Broad incumbents

• Colt Technology Services: Global enterprise network operator with strong German presence, providing managed MPLS, SD-WAN, SASE and connectivity services to mid-market and enterprise customers across Europe.
• Computacenter plc: Large UK-headquartered IT services provider with deep DACH operations, providing managed networking, security and workplace services to enterprise customers; broader portfolio and far larger scale than VPN Deutschland.

Regional players

• Consist Group: German IT system house focused on infrastructure, managed services and security for mid-market in Northern Germany (HQ Kiel); comparable managed-IT and security services profile, primarily a DACH regional competitor.
• Plusnet GmbH: German B2B telecommunications and network-services provider (a Plusnet/EnBW company) offering managed MPLS, VPN, SD-WAN and internet to mid-market German firms; directly comparable managed-connectivity offering for the same German SME buyer.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

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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