New infrastructure reflects deep regional investment, supports national digital goals, and empowers secure growth
In a significant show of commitment to the Middle East, cybersecurity leader Sophos has announced its plans to establish a new data center in the UAE by year-end. This strategic expansion not only strengthens Sophos’ regional footprint but also aligns with the UAE’s ambitious vision of becoming a global digital hub.
The new facility—hosted on Amazon Web Services (AWS) infrastructure—will support Sophos’ advanced, cloud-native security offerings. By keeping data within the country, the initiative ensures stronger data sovereignty and compliance, particularly for highly regulated sectors such as government, healthcare, and finance.
“By bringing local infrastructure to the UAE, we’re enabling every organization to achieve superior cybersecurity outcomes.”
— Gerard Allison, SVP, EMEA Sales, Sophos
“This launch reflects our mission to defend organizations of all sizes against inevitable cyberattacks with unmatched expertise and adaptive defenses,” said Gerard Allison, Senior Vice President, EMEA Sales at Sophos. “We’re proud to deliver on our vision of enabling superior cybersecurity outcomes through local investment.”
Customers stand to benefit from reduced latency, enhanced cloud performance, and robust operational resilience. Importantly, the new data center will also empower Sophos’ regional partners to deliver compliant, in-region services with greater confidence and efficiency.
With over 15 years of trusted presence in the Middle East, Sophos continues to demonstrate its unwavering support for local organizations. Its recent acquisition of Secureworks has further elevated its global capabilities, making it the world’s largest pure-play MDR provider, trusted by over 600,000 enterprises worldwide.
This expansion represents more than just infrastructure—it’s a testament to Sophos’ long-standing partnership with the region, driven by innovation, security, and shared digital aspirations.
