NII SOKB Ltd (Research Institute of Complex Security Systems)

What NII SOKB Ltd (Research Institute of Complex Security Systems) does

NII SOKB Ltd (Research Institute of Complex Security Systems), operating commercially as the developer of the UEM SafeMobile platform, is a Russian private software company founded in 2005 and headquartered in Moscow (Skolkovo Innovation Center). It builds an FSTEC-certified Unified Endpoint Management platform that combines MDM, MAM, MCM, and MTD capabilities for managing Android, iOS/iPadOS, Aurora OS, Windows, and Linux endpoints — including PCs, laptops, and IoT devices such as SafeLife smart bracelets — from a single web admin console. The product is differentiated by independence from Google Mobile Services and Google Firebase Cloud Messaging (proprietary push mechanism via the SafeMobile SDK), support for the Russian Aurora OS, GOST R 57580.1-2017 compliance for financial-sector buyers, and deep integration with domestic Russian hardware OEMs (Aquarius, MIG, Fplus, Yadro/KVADRA, ATOL), payment-terminal vendors (INPAS, MERTECH), and PKI (SafeTech Lab). The product is included in the Unified Russian Software Registry (No. 11745) and holds FSTEC Certificate No. 4845 at УД4 trust level.

The company monetizes through per-device subscription SaaS from its SafeDC Tier III data center (300–600 RUB/device/month, minimum 10 devices, 6-month minimum term), on-premise perpetual and term licenses (minimum 25 devices, with separate update and extended-support SKUs), and a premium support tier. Go-to-market combines direct enterprise field sales, a broad partner channel of federal distributors (OCS, Merlion), national resellers (SoftLine), and regional system integrators (K2Tech, ICL, Platformix, LANIT Group/Onlanta, Artex, SoftMall), supplemented by industry events, webinars, technical content on Habr, and an ROI calculator supported by a J'son & Partners Consulting study. Customer concentration is in Russian state-owned and regulated enterprises across oil and gas (Rosneft, Gazprom Neft), energy (Rosseti group), banking (Bank of Russia, multiple regional banks), healthcare (DIT Moscow and regional MIACs), retail (RIV GOSH), and aviation (Aurora, Red Wings, Rossiya, avia.group), with deployments scaling up to 60,000 devices on a single installation and synthetic tests at 100,000+ devices. The company is privately held with no disclosed institutional funding, operates with 101–250 employees, and is actively shipping a major product release roughly every 1–3 months.

Name

NII SOKB Ltd (Research Institute of Complex Security Systems)

Legal name

Общество с ограниченной ответственностью «НИИ СОКБ Центр разработки»

Website

https://safe-mobile.ru

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Russian Skolkovo-resident developer of UEM SafeMobile, an FSTEC-certified unified endpoint management platform (Android, iOS, Aurora, Windows, Linux) sold to Russian state-owned enterprises and regulated buyers in oil and gas, energy, banking, healthcare, retail, and aviation via direct sales and a broad distributor/SI channel.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) Software

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (5415), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (5182), Security Systems Services (56162)

SIC

Services-Prepackaged Software (7372), Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)

akta.pro primary industry

End-User Device Management (UEM/MDM, Desktop/Laptop/Tablet) (BPAEAIAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Endpoint & Device Management (UEM/MDM) Services (BPAEABAF), Endpoint & Mobile Asset Management (UEM/MDM Asset Controls) (BPAEAOAI), IT Asset Management (ITAM) Platforms (HDAEALAD)

Keywords

• Unified endpoint management
• Mobile device management
• Enterprise mobility security
• Endpoint management platform
• Corporate mobile security

Headquarters

HQ city

Moscow

HQ country

Russia

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. On-Premise Software Licenses: Perpetual or term-based licenses for on-premise deployment of UEM SafeMobile server components in customer infrastructure. Competitive licensing per device count (minimum 25 devices). Includes basic technical support for 1-year and 3-year terms.
2. SaaS Cloud Service: Subscription-based cloud deployment from SafeDC Tier III data center. Differentiated pricing tiers by device count. Minimum 10 devices, subscription from 6 months.
3. Extended Technical Support: Premium support tier offering deployment assistance, updates, DevOps engineering, policy development, audit, migration support, and test environment access on top of base support.
4. Update License: Separate license for ongoing software updates on perpetual licenses, available as 1-year or 3-year terms.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels8 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

NII SOKB Ltd develops and sells UEM SafeMobile, a Russian unified endpoint management (UEM/MDM) platform that centrally manages and secures fleets of smartphones, tablets, PCs, laptops, and IoT devices across Android, iOS/iPadOS, Aurora OS, Windows, and Linux from a single web-based Admin Console. The platform is FSTEC-certified at УД4, included in the Unified Russian Software Registry, and is offered as on-premise software or SaaS from the company's SafeDC Tier III data center, with pricing per managed device under subscription, perpetual, or multi-year licensing models.

Product overview

NII SOKB Ltd develops UEM SafeMobile, a Russian unified endpoint management platform that evolved from EMM SafePhone (pre-2021). The platform combines MDM, MAM, MCM, and MTD capabilities for managing Android, iOS/iPadOS, Aurora, Windows, and Linux devices from a unified Admin Console. Key components include the SafeMobile Monitor (device client), SafeStore (corporate app catalog), SafeMobile SDK (for developer integration), and SafeMobile SMAPI (REST API for automation). The platform supports IoT devices including SafeLife smart bracelets and is available as on-premise or SaaS deployment via SafeDC data center.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• UEM SafeMobile Russian UEM/MDM platform for centralized management of Android, iOS/iPadOS, Aurora, Windows, and Linux devices (smartphones, tablets, PCs, laptops) from a single web Admin Console. Combines MDM, MAM, MCM, and MTD capabilities with FSTEC УД4 certification and GOST R 57580.1-2017 compliance; available as on-premise or SaaS (SafeDC) for enterprises and government.
• SafeMobile SDK Software Development Kit that lets mobile app developers embed SafeMobile security controls (geolocation, clipboard, camera, gallery restrictions, device wake-up, push notifications) and centralized log collection into custom Android applications managed by the UEM SafeMobile platform.
• SafeMobile SMAPI Public REST API (SMAPI) for automating SafeMobile device monitoring and management processes, including filtering devices by employee/activity/identifiers, distribution uploads, sending files to devices, launching applications, and load control with API call limits; integrates with Microsoft Active Directory and LDAP via SCIM v2.
• SafeLife Smart Bracelets IoT smart bracelets for health and location monitoring of field workers who do not carry smartphones or tablets, managed and provisioned through the UEM SafeMobile platform.

Quantifiable outcome

• 64x reduction in IT labor costs for managing 1,000+ device fleets; 22x reduction for 100-1,000 device fleets
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers20 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration15 records

AI capability2 records

Feature12 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• SafeTech LabcoreTechnology or IntegrationUEM SafeMobile integrated with SafeTech CA corporate certificate authority for automated certificate issuance and renewal for mobile devices (Wi-Fi, VPN, corporate email). Supports Android, iOS, and Aurora. Solution addresses financial sector, retail, and large distributed companies needing automated PKI integration.
• INPAScoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partnership for bio-acquiring on Android terminals. INPAS provides payment infrastructure, terminals, PIN pads, payment and near-payment software, adapted OS for UEM SafeMobile, and payment certification. SafeMobile provides certified MDM management for Android terminals, enabling banks to meet FSTEC and Central Bank requirements for biometric data protection.
• Samsung (Knox Mobile Enrollment)coreTechnology or IntegrationSamsung Knox Service Plugin integration with OEMConfig support. Knox Mobile Enrollment enables zero-touch device provisioning. Extended security policy controls and corporate container (Knox workspace) management without requiring separate Knox licenses.
• Artex TechnologyminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerRegional IT integrator in Omsk specializing in IT outsourcing, included in the Russian IT companies registry. Promotes SafeMobile in Siberian Federal District for corporate and government customers.
• Onlanta (LANIT Group)coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerAuthorized partner status. Onlanta (LANIT Group) provides IT outsourcing, cloud solutions, and information security services. ISO/IEC 20000, ISO 9001, and ISO/IEC 27001 certified. Handles SafeMobile implementation for corporate and government customers.
• SoftMallminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPartner agreement with new Siberian systems integrator SoftMall (Novosibirsk) specializing in IT and information security. Focus on expanding SafeMobile presence in Siberian Federal District through joint projects for corporate and government customers.
• OCS DistributioncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFederal distributor of high technologies serving Russian market since 1994. Regional network of 26 offices in Russian cities, serving more than 7,000 resellers at all levels.
• MerlioncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLarge Russian broad-line distributor of computer, digital, and consumer electronics. Portfolio of 2,400+ brands. Partner network of over 8,000 companies across all Russian regions and CIS countries.
• SoftLine (Softline Group)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLeading Russian IT supplier with solutions for digital transformation and information security, serving over 100,000 customers across all segments of the Russian IT market.
• K2TechcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSystems integration, software development, and IT services with 18 years of experience. 18,000+ implementations across financial sector, oil and gas, mining, energy, manufacturing, retail, and agriculture.
• ICLcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerOne of Russia's largest IT companies providing IT solutions and services with a full spectrum of IT services and innovative products.
• RONEX SECURITYminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKazakhstan-based security solutions provider operating since 1995 in Kazakhstan and Central Asia. Provides security equipment, SORM systems, military/anti-terrorism systems, MVNO solutions, and biometric systems. Partners with government and banking clients including Sberbank Kazakhstan.
• UEM Smart Solutions (UEMSS)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSpecialist in UEM and MDM implementation and support for over 10 years, having successfully completed more than 100 projects in this domain.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Microsoft Intune: Microsoft's cloud-based UEM/MDM platform integrated with Microsoft Endpoint Manager and the broader M365 security suite. Was a major Western incumbent in the Russian market prior to 2022 exit; represents the most significant potential re-entrants if geopolitical conditions shift, competing with SafeMobile on enterprise feature depth and ecosystem integrations.
• Omnissa (formerly VMware Workspace ONE): Enterprise UEM platform from VMware's end-user computing spin-off, supporting unified endpoint management across mobile, desktop, and IoT. Direct pre-2022 competitor to SafeMobile in the Russian large-enterprise market, with deep integrations into VDI, identity, and digital workspace products.

Direct peers

• 42Gears: UEM/MDM vendor with strong support for Android, iOS, Windows, Linux, rugged devices, and IoT endpoints, including a presence in emerging markets. Direct functional peer to SafeMobile in cross-OS management and IoT (including wearables and specialized terminals), with overlapping target verticals in field services and energy.
• Jamf: Apple-focused UEM/MDM platform widely used in regulated industries, education, and creative enterprises. Competes with SafeMobile in the iOS management segment of Russian enterprise and aviation customers (e.g., Rossiya Airlines, Red Wings Airlines that need iPad-based EFBs).
• ManageEngine (Zoho): Mid-market and enterprise UEM/MDM suite from Zoho covering Android, iOS, Windows, macOS, and Linux endpoint management. A relevant direct peer in functional capability and price band, competing with SafeMobile for large Russian enterprise accounts seeking cost-effective cross-OS management.
• Ivanti (MobileIron / Landesk): Major UEM/MDM vendor following the MobileIron and Landesk consolidations, offering unified endpoint management, mobile threat defense, and IT service management. Direct pre-2022 competitor to SafeMobile in regulated Russian verticals such as oil & gas, banking, and government.
• Hexnode: SaaS-based UEM/MDM platform focused on BYOD, kiosk mode, and cross-OS endpoint management. Direct functional peer in the SMB and mid-market tier that competes with SafeMobile's lower-volume SaaS pricing tiers (10–500 devices).

Emerging players

• Solar SafeConnect (Ростелеком-Солар): Russian cybersecurity vendor from Rostelecom group offering endpoint management, NAC, and secure connectivity products. A domestic emerging competitor in FSTEC-certified endpoint and access management that overlaps with SafeMobile's UEM value proposition in regulated Russian enterprises.
• Kaspersky Endpoint Security / KUMA: Russian-founded cybersecurity vendor with FSTEC-certified endpoint security products and growing UEM-adjacent capabilities. Most directly comparable Russian peer in terms of regulatory certification, enterprise customer base in oil & gas, banking, and government, and integration with Russian security stack.

Regional players

• Baramundi: Germany-based UEM vendor with strong European DACH-region presence, offering unified endpoint management for Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, and Linux. Relevant functional peer for cross-OS UEM and useful comparison for European enterprise feature parity and regulatory-compliance positioning similar to SafeMobile's Russian FSTEC angle.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights8 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/SafePhoneRu
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/nii-sokb

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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