SGS, the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company, has completed the acquisition of a majority stake in Prescient Security, a leading provider of information compliance and cybersecurity based in the US.
With over 350 employees and 5,000 customers worldwide, Prescient Security is a recognized expert in the certification of information security, financial integrity, payment security, data protection and cybersecurity.
Its solutions help customers protect against digital and cyber threats across a wide range of sectors, including finance, healthcare, retail, technology and defense.
The company also provides a comprehensive range of penetration testing services, combining expert-led manual testing, scalable digital approaches and AI-assisted models. In addition, its proprietary automation technology supports compliance workflows and security processes.
Its certification solutions support major internationally recognized standards and frameworks, including SOC2, ISO, PCI DSS and HITRUST, as well as key US federal requirements such as FedRAMP and CMMC.
SGS is targeting at least CHF 200 million in additional revenue from Digital Trust by 2027 compared with 2023. The acquisition of Prescient Security represents an important step in expanding SGS's Digital Trust platform and accelerating growth and innovation in this strategic area.
The acquisition of Prescient Security is a key milestone in the execution of our Digital Trust strategy, giving us a complete portfolio of services in Digital Trust services, especially in Digital Trust audits. Combined with SGS's independence, technical depth and global network, these capabilities will help clients manage digital risk, comply with evolving regulation, and scale trusted innovation.
Joining SGS is an exciting next chapter for Prescient Security. We have built our business around deep technical expertise, innovation and helping clients navigate increasingly complex cybersecurity and compliance requirements. Becoming part of SGS gives us the opportunity to bring these capabilities to a much broader global client base.
About SGS Digital Trust
SGS Digital Trust is a global framework that strengthens and consolidates SGS' services into a structured and consistent approach to help organizations navigate today's complex digital trust landscape with confidence. Built on proven expertise, SGS Digital Trust enables customers to build, demonstrate and sustain trust across the digital ecosystem.
About Prescient Security
Prescient Security is a global leader in offensive security, penetration testing and compliance assurance for high-growth SaaS and enterprise organizations. Powered by a global team of over 350 former Big 4 audit and security practitioners, Prescient bridges offensive testing with end-to-end compliance readiness across major global standards including SOC 2, ISO, PCI DSS and FedRAMP.
