SHELT

What SHELT does

SHELT (legal entity SHELT Global Limited) is a Cyprus-headquartered cybersecurity-as-a-service provider founded in 2018, operating across Europe, Africa, the Middle East and the USA, with offices in Limassol, Lagos and Riyadh. The company delivers a modular managed security portfolio — 24/7 SOC-as-a-Service, XDR via the Genecys package, REVA (proprietary deep and dark web brand and VIP protection with automated takedowns), API Security (shadow/zombie API discovery, shift-left testing, ATO prevention), VAPT/Penetration Testing, GRC advisory, Consultancy, and a Training Academy — and extends into infrastructure integration through a wholly-owned subsidiary, SHELT System Integration, which is Cisco Select Partner certified in Nigeria.

Underlying technology combines a cloud-based SOC platform with SIEM, EDR, UEBA (machine-learning-driven behavioral analytics), case management and threat intelligence feeds; REVA continuously scrapes surface, social, deep and dark web sources to surface leaked credentials, brand impersonation and phishing attacks; and the API Security module uses automated attack mitigation plus pre-production shift-left testing. SHELT is ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certified and GDPR compliant, and the company is documented to operate against a broad set of regional and global regulatory frameworks including NCA, SAMA, ARAMCO CCC, CST FRAMEWORK, NDPR, UAE IA, HIPAA and NIST 800-53. Recognition includes the 2025 MSSP 250 listing and the 2024 MENA top cybersecurity solutions provider award.

Commercially, SHELT monetizes through recurring subscription MSSP contracts (often multi-year SOC outsourcing), quote-based professional services (penetration testing, audits, IAM, compliance), a MSSP white-label Partnership Program, and training/certification fees. Go-to-market is enterprise-led, combining direct sales with channel partners (Cisco, Emircom, Mobily, Galaxy Backbone), and customer evidence spans regional banks, telecom operators, retail franchises and investment firms across Africa, the Gulf and the US. The CEO, Youssef Abillama, leads an 11–50-employee organization with Bassam Touma as Business Development Director.

Name

SHELT

Legal name

SHELT Global Limited

Website

https://shelt.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

SHELT is a Cyprus-headquartered cybersecurity-as-a-service provider offering SOC, XDR (Genecys), API security, brand/VIP protection (REVA), pentesting, and compliance services to enterprise clients in financial services, telecom, retail, and investment across Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and the USA.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Managed Cybersecurity Services

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Computer Facilities Management Services (541513)

SIC

Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370), Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)

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), Managed Detection & Response (MDR) & SOC Services (HDADAGAG), Threat Intelligence Services (BPAEADAC), Vulnerability Management & Penetration Testing Services (BPAEADAD)

Keywords

• Managed security services
• SOC-as-a-service
• Extended detection response
• Threat intelligence
• Cybersecurity consulting

Headquarters

HQ city

Strovolos

HQ country

Cyprus

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Managed Security Services: Recurring managed security services including SOC-as-a-Service, threat monitoring, detection and response, delivered via subscription model with customizable service tiers.
2. Professional Services: Consultancy services including penetration testing, security audits, risk assessments, GDPR and ISO compliance advisory, identity and access management, and training.
3. Training Academy: Cybersecurity training and certification programs for professionals and youth, generating revenue through course fees with attendance certifications issued.
4. Genecys XDR Solution: Packaged all-in-one cybersecurity solution with affordable price tag combining multiple security capabilities as a subscription offering.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

SHELT delivers cybersecurity-as-a-service, including 24/7 SOC-as-a-Service, Brand and VIP Protection via REVA (deep/dark web threat intelligence), all-in-one XDR via GENECYS, API Security, GRC compliance, penetration testing, consultancy, and a Training Academy. Services are delivered primarily through recurring subscriptions and customizable managed security engagements, with white-label MSSP partnership delivery and multi-region coverage across Europe, Africa, Middle East, and USA.

Product overview

SHELT is a cybersecurity-as-a-service company offering a comprehensive portfolio of managed security services delivered as a modular platform. The core offerings include 24/7 SOC-as-a-Service (SOC), API Security, XDR via GENECYS, Brand & VIP Protection via REVA, GRC, Penetration Testing (VAPT), Consultancy, and a Training Academy. The services operate as complementary modules that can be purchased individually or bundled—GENECYS packages XDR capabilities as an affordable all-in-one solution, while the MSSP Partnership Program enables other security providers to white-label SHELT's capabilities. The company also operates SHELT System Integration (SI) as a separate division focused on infrastructure and networking solutions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• REVA: SHELT's proprietary Brand and VIP Protection solution that scavenges the internet, scans online and social media platforms, and scrapes deep and dark web to hunt leaked information and protect brand and VIP identities from impersonation, defamation, and phishing.
• GENECYS
• SHELT System Integration (SHELT SI)

Products and services

• SOC (Security Operations Center) 24/7 SOC-as-a-Service providing round-the-clock threat detection and response with intelligent monitoring, log management, alert ranking, and root cause investigation for enterprise and mid-market clients. Delivered via a turnkey cloud-based subscription model.
• REVA (Brand and VIP Protection) SHELT's proprietary Brand and VIP Protection solution that scavenges the deep and dark web, hunts for leaked information, profiles data sellers, and takes down impersonation and defamation to protect online presence and brand reputation.
• GENECYS (XDR Solution) All-in-one Extended Detection and Response (XDR) packaged solution combining 24x7 automated alerting, SIEM as a service, EDR, vulnerability assessment, incident management, and compliance monitoring at an affordable price point for mid-market and enterprise buyers.
• API Security Comprehensive API protection covering discovery of all APIs including shadow and zombie APIs, prevention of sensitive data exposure, blocking API attacks, ATO prevention, and proactive Shift-Left security testing in pre-production environments.
• GRC (Governance, Risk & Compliance) Governance, Risk, and Compliance solutions helping organizations meet regulatory standards including NCA, SAMA, ARAMCO CCC, CST FRAMEWORK, NDPR, UAE IA, ISO 27001 & 27002, GDPR, HIPAA, and NIST 800-53.
• Penetration Testing (VAPT) Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing services including red team exercises, internal penetration testing, social engineering testing, web and mobile application testing, cybersecurity maturity assessment, and source code review.
• Consultancy Services Technical and advisory consultancy services including IT audits, identity and access management, infrastructure and application security review, GDPR/ISO compliance, risk management, and cybersecurity strategy development.
• Training Academy Cybersecurity training program addressing the global talent shortage, offering threat detection, secure network design, ethical hacking, incident response training, and attendance certifications for both professionals and newcomers.
• MSSP Partnership Program White-label cybersecurity services program enabling MSSPs to expand their offerings without expanding their team, including SOC enhancement, advanced detection capabilities, advisory services, and full white-label delivery for end clients.
• System Integration (SI) System Integration division providing trusted and unbiased infrastructure, networking, and security solutions as a CISCO Select Partner certified integrator in Nigeria, supporting customers' digital infrastructure transformation.

Quantifiable outcome

• 5 years of SOC outsourcing resulted in increased security posture, lowered risks, and savings from prevented potential threats
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability7 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• SumsubcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 7 November 2025SHELT and Sumsub partnership announced November 2025 to enhance digital security and compliance solutions, combining SHELT's fraud prevention infrastructure with Sumsub's verification platform. Collaboration aims to provide unified system for identity verification, transaction monitoring, and AML compliance, improving digital onboarding and operational efficiency. Joint webinar on Combatting Fraud & Maximising Revenue conducted.
• CiscocoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2024SHELT System Integration (SI) achieved CISCO Select Partner certification in Nigeria, demonstrating technical expertise and commitment to customer satisfaction, with ability to deliver cutting-edge networking and security solutions.
• EmircomcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2024SHELT partnered with Emircom and showcased next generation managed SOC and Brand Protection services at LEAP KSA. Emircom sales and presales teams conducted continuous training at joint SOC HQ in Riyadh.
• MobilyminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024SHELT partnered with Emircom and Mobily showcasing managed SOC and Brand Protection services at LEAP KSA event.
• Cequence SecurityminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Partnership with Cequence Security for API Security webinar, addressing importance of API security with live demo, introduced by best-selling author Confidence Staveley.
• Cybersafe FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024MOU between SHELT and CYBERSAFE FOUNDATION for empowering women in Nigeria through cybersecurity initiatives.
• FirstWaveminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023FirstWave partnered with SHELT Global to launch FirstCloud CyberCision, expanding cybersecurity offerings through cloud platform.
• Galaxy BackbonecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021SHELT Global partnership with Galaxy Backbone to deliver cybersecurity solutions in Nigeria, advancing the country's digitization journey.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• SecurityHQ: Global MSSP headquartered in EMEA serving enterprise and mid-market with 24/7 SOC, MDR, and GRC across MENA, EMEA, and Asia — directly comparable to SHELT's MSSP, SOC-as-a-Service, and white-label delivery model across the same regions.
• eSentire: Mid-sized pure-play MDR and managed security services provider with 24/7 SOC, XDR, and threat hunting for mid-market and enterprise — closely aligned to SHELT's Genecys XDR and SOC-as-a-Service offering in target customer profile and delivery model.
• Arctic Wolf: Leading mid-market-focused MDR provider offering 24/7 SOC operations, managed detection and response, and security awareness — competes head-to-head with SHELT for the same mid-market and enterprise segment across subscription-based managed services.

Broad incumbents

• Cybereason: Endpoint security and XDR vendor with a managed detection and response service line targeting enterprise customers — directly comparable to SHELT's Genecys XDR and SOC-as-a-Service in technology stack and target segment.
• CrowdStrike (Falcon Complete): Global cybersecurity leader whose Falcon Complete MDR offering bundles 24/7 SOC, EDR, XDR, and managed threat hunting — competes with SHELT's Genecys XDR and SOC services as part of a much broader endpoint and cloud security platform.
• ReliaQuest: Enterprise-focused MDR and security operations provider delivering 24/7 SOC, XDR, and threat intelligence across multi-cloud environments — competes with SHELT's enterprise MSSP and SOC services for larger multinational customers.
• Sophos (Managed Detection and Response): Established cybersecurity vendor with a large managed MDR and SOC service practice serving SMB and mid-market — overlaps with SHELT's Genecys XDR positioning for mid-market customers, backed by a much larger product and channel organization.
• Secureworks: Global pure-play MSSP and MDR provider with Taegis XDR platform serving large enterprise customers worldwide — overlaps broadly with SHELT's SOC, XDR, and threat intelligence capabilities but at significantly larger scale and broader portfolio.

Regional players

• Tesserent (Thales): APAC-led MSSP and cybersecurity services provider now part of Thales, covering SOC, MDR, GRC, and identity services — similar MSSP services portfolio to SHELT but focused on Australia/APAC rather than MENA/Africa.
• BHConsult: EMEA-focused cybersecurity services firm offering managed security, pentesting, GRC, and incident response — comparable to SHELT's professional services arm with similar size and European regional footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/SheltCyberSec
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCl3HlIHj4wQlseIvaybg5zA
• Facebookfacebook.com/SHELTGlobal
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/shelt

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries1 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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