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Cybolt vs WatchGuard Technologies

Cybolt sells end-to-end security and compliance services. WatchGuard Technologies sells a Unified Security Platform that combines network, endpoint, identity and cloud protection, purpose-built for MSPs servicing midsize companies and SMBs. CISO Tribune files both under Workforce IAM and SSO. This page sets the two records side by side: what each sells, where it is based, who owns and funds it, the customers it names and its recent news, each fact numbered to its source.

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Cybolt vs WatchGuard Technologies: Products, Customers and Funding Compared
CyboltCybolt sells end-to-end security and compliance services.cybolt.comWatchGuard TechnologiesWatchGuard Technologies sells a Unified Security Platform that combines network, endpoint, identity and cloud protection, purpose-built for MSPs servicing midsize companies and SMBs.watchguard.com
What it sells
  • OT Security[7][9]Consulting and technology offerings aimed at protecting operational technology (OT) and industrial environments.
  • Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Management[1]Covers risk and compliance assessment, policy management, third-party risk management and vCISO advisory services.
  • Identity and Access Management (IAM)Includes identity governance, access management, privileged access management and audit and reporting services.
  • Managed Security & SOC Services[1]Includes SOC-as-a-service monitoring, extended detection and response (XDR), attack path management and incident response planning.
  • Unified Security Platform[1][5]WatchGuard unifies network, endpoint, identity and cloud protection under one agent, one console and one AI intelligence layer.
  • Firebox M Series[9]Firebox M Series rackmount appliances provide NGFW features.
  • Endpoint Security 360[11]WatchGuard Endpoint Security 360 is an autonomous zero trust endpoint detection and response solution.
  • AuthPoint[7][12][13]WatchGuard AuthPoint provides cloud-based authentication and access to applications.
  • Total Identity Security[13]Total Identity Security combines AuthPoint MFA with Dark Web Credential Monitoring.
  • WatchGuard Cloud[1][5][7][9][13]WatchGuard Cloud is built for MSPs and gives one place to deploy, standardize, monitor and report across all customers.
  • Compliance Reporting[15]WatchGuard Compliance Reporting offers configurable compliance controls and reports for regulatory needs.
Categories
Headquarters
Not stated on its pagesSeattle, United States[4]
Founded
Not stated on its pagesNot stated on its pages
Ownership and funding
Not stated on its pagesOwned by Vector Capital since 2022[6]
Named customers
Not stated on its pagesNot stated on its pages
Recent news
Not stated on its pages
  • July 7, 2026WatchGuard Technologies appointed Vincent Hwang as Chief Product Officer, reporting to CEO Joe Smolarski.[16]
G2 and Gartner Peer Insights
  • G2: Not stated on its pages
  • Gartner Peer Insights: Not stated on its pages
  • G2: Not stated on its pages
  • Gartner Peer Insights: listed, seen October 30, 2026[6]
Who it fits
From its own pages, Cybolt sells cybersecurity services as both managed and professional engagements. Its identity work addresses workforce, consumer, privileged and non-human identities. Cybolt provides cybersecurity services in Latin America and is set for expansion into North America.WatchGuard delivers its security to businesses exclusively through managed service provider and reseller partners. Businesses receive protection configured and managed for them by a local WatchGuard partner. WatchGuard describes its devices as suited to securing branch offices, distributed networks and large data centers. WatchGuard secure access points are described for small offices, retail locations, schools, warehouses and outdoor deployments. WatchGuard Endpoint Security 360 is described as suited to organizations and MSPs.
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October 16, 2026September 27, 2026

Where they overlap

  • Cybolt and WatchGuard Technologies are both filed under Workforce IAM and SSO.

Where they differ, field by field

  • Cybolt's primary category is Security consulting and advisory; WatchGuard Technologies's is Firewalls and NGFW.
  • Cybolt is also filed under Managed security service providers and OT and ICS security. WatchGuard Technologies is also filed under Identity threat detection and response and EDR and XDR.
  • Cybolt lists OT Security, Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Management, Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Managed Security & SOC Services. WatchGuard Technologies lists Unified Security Platform, Firebox M Series, Endpoint Security 360, AuthPoint, Total Identity Security and 2 more.
  • WatchGuard Technologies is headquartered in Seattle, United States.
  • WatchGuard Technologies is owned by Vector Capital, since 2022.

What it sells: WatchGuard Technologies

What Firebox M Series does[9]
Firebox M Series rackmount appliances provide NGFW features. Firebox rackmount appliances integrate with WatchGuard Cloud and ThreatSync and offer centralized management and AI-powered XDR correlation.
What Endpoint Security 360 does[11]
WatchGuard Endpoint Security 360 is an autonomous zero trust endpoint detection and response solution that blocks unknown applications automatically and continuously monitors trusted applications for signs of compromise. WatchGuard Endpoint Security 360 provides visibility into blocked executions, compromised trusted applications and the progression of attacks across endpoints.
What AuthPoint does[7][12][13]
WatchGuard AuthPoint provides cloud-based authentication and access to applications. AuthPoint MFA supports push, passkeys, TOTP, QR codes, hardware tokens and zero trust policies. AuthPoint is managed in WatchGuard Cloud, which configures policies, synchronizes users and enforces controls from one interface.
What Total Identity Security does[13]
Total Identity Security combines AuthPoint MFA with Dark Web Credential Monitoring. WatchGuard continuously monitors workforce user credentials across dark web, deep web and breach databases using AI-driven intelligence, and can alert affected end users directly. WatchGuard Cloud lets MSPs manage MFA and credential monitoring across customer accounts.
What WatchGuard Cloud does[1][5][7][9][13]
WatchGuard Cloud is built for MSPs and gives one place to deploy, standardize, monitor and report across all customers. ThreatSync XDR is part of WatchGuard Cloud and correlates activity across WatchGuard security layers. WatchGuard Cloud provides visibility, configuration control and real-time threat monitoring so MSPs can manage network security from anywhere with an Internet connection.
What Compliance Reporting does[15]
WatchGuard Compliance Reporting offers configurable compliance controls and reports for regulatory needs. WatchGuard Compliance Reporting is integrated with WatchGuard NDR and WatchGuard SaaS, delivering over 100 AI-refined network cybersecurity controls. WatchGuard Compliance Reporting includes configurable compliance report templates for ISO-27001, NIST 800-53, NIST 171/CMMC, UK Cyber Essentials, FFIEC, CISA Ransomware Defense, Cyber Insurance Compliance and Supply Chain Compliance.

Questions about Cybolt and WatchGuard Technologies

What do Cybolt and WatchGuard Technologies sell?
Cybolt sells OT Security, Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Management, Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Managed Security & SOC Services. WatchGuard Technologies sells Unified Security Platform, Firebox M Series, Endpoint Security 360, AuthPoint, Total Identity Security and 2 more.
Are Cybolt and WatchGuard Technologies in the same category?
They share Workforce IAM and SSO. Cybolt's primary category is Security consulting and advisory and WatchGuard Technologies's is Firewalls and NGFW.
Where are Cybolt and WatchGuard Technologies headquartered?
WatchGuard Technologies is headquartered in Seattle, United States.
Who owns Cybolt and WatchGuard Technologies?
WatchGuard Technologies is owned by Vector Capital, since 2022.
Who are Cybolt and WatchGuard Technologies sold to?
From its own pages, Cybolt sells cybersecurity services as both managed and professional engagements. WatchGuard delivers its security to businesses exclusively through managed service provider and reseller partners.
What have Cybolt and WatchGuard Technologies announced recently?
July 7, 2026: WatchGuard Technologies appointed Vincent Hwang as Chief Product Officer, reporting to CEO Joe Smolarski.

About Cybolt

Cybolt sells end-to-end security and compliance services. Cybolt offers vision, planning and roadmap services, along with implementation and managed services. The delivery model of Cybolt covers strategy, implementation, operations and continuous improvement. Cybolt provides cybersecurity services in Latin America. Cybolt is set for expansion into North America.[1][2][4][7][8]

Cybolt offers network segmentation as a strategic solution to strengthen cybersecurity posture. Cybolt implements secure remote access for OT, providing granular access policies for users and assets. Secure remote access from Cybolt includes multi-factor authentication, session recording and password vaults. Cybolt detects and mitigates threats in the OT environment through passive monitoring. Cybolt bridges the gap between traditional IAM solutions and the needs of OT and ICS environments. Cybolt provides an approach to operational continuity that includes backups for critical assets. Cybolt monitors endpoints in industrial and enterprise environments. Cybolt offers Agentic AI Identity solutions for securing OT environments.[1][9]

Cybolt offers managed IAM services to support ongoing operations for a customer's identity systems, and professional services to support specific IAM projects. Cybolt offers hybrid solutions that blend managed and professional services. Cybolt implements identity governance solutions to manage and secure user identities across IT and OT environments. Cybolt provides incident response services for security incidents affecting IT and OT systems. Cybolt manages the creation, modification and deactivation of AI agent identities. Cybolt identifies and catalogs machine identities within an infrastructure.[5][10]

Cybolt GRC professional and consulting services prepare customers to pass compliance assessments against frameworks including ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), PCI DSS, HIPAA and SOC 2. Cybolt offers both managed and professional cybersecurity services. Managed services from Cybolt provide continuous protection, while professional services deliver project-based solutions. Cybolt offers AI Framework Implementation Services to organizations integrating AI. Cybolt assists in implementing the ISO 42001 standard. Cybolt helps organizations adhere to the Federal Trade Commission guidelines on the ethical use of AI. Cybolt offers tools to manage every phase of the policy lifecycle, from drafting to retirement.[6][8]

Cybolt conducts internal audits that examine governance processes and risk controls. Cybolt performs independent external audits to verify compliance with regulatory standards. Cybolt evaluates IT systems and cybersecurity mechanisms against established standards. Cybolt delivers assessments that identify, analyze and mitigate risks against compliance standards such as SOX, PCI, ISO and HIPAA. Cybolt examines risks associated with physical security, employee safety and emergency readiness. The third-party risk management services of Cybolt provide oversight of external relationships with vendors and suppliers. The governance services of Cybolt establish oversight and accountability frameworks. Cybolt facilitates board and committee operations through meeting support, documentation and process guidance. Cybolt provides training programs on GRC principles.[1][6][12][13][14]

Cybolt provides 24/7 SOC monitoring, incident response, triage, threat hunting and compliance reporting. XDR and SOC experts at Cybolt write policies, build security controls and manage security services to monitor and defend endpoints, network, cloud applications and OT. Cybolt manages extended detection and response (XDR), attack surface management (ASM), incident response (IR) and forensics. The SOC of Cybolt can ingest logs from the identity and OT security services of Cybolt and from other security software in use by the customer. Cybolt sells an Attack Path Management (APM) service. Cybolt secures hardware and software connected to a network, including applications, ports, code, servers and websites. Cybolt protects endpoint devices like desktop computers, hard drives, mobile phones, thumb drives and laptops. Cybolt handles data with three fully certified SOCs, two onshore and one nearshore.[1][4][7]

Cybolt announced the integration of Pontis Research Inc., a U.S.-based company specializing in IAM and risk management. Cybolt announced its integration with Cyber Guards, a Tennessee-based company specializing in managed cybersecurity services and network security solutions. The partnership joins the network security and identity access management solutions of Cybolt with the managed security services of Cyber Guards.[4][7][8][9][10]

Cybolt on the record

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Cybolt full record

  1. [1]cybolt.comCybolt · cybolt.com · undated page, accessed October 16, 2026 · Tier A
  2. [2]NewsroomCybolt · cybolt.com · undated page, accessed October 16, 2026 · Tier A
  3. [3]Solutions - cyboltCybolt · undated page, accessed November 2, 2026 · Tier A
  4. [4]Cybolt | Global Leader in Cybersecurity SolutionsCybolt · undated page, accessed November 2, 2026 · Tier A
  5. [5]IAM Training - cyboltCybolt · undated page, accessed November 2, 2026 · Tier A
  6. [6]Governance - cyboltCybolt · undated page, accessed November 2, 2026 · Tier A
  7. [7]Attack Path Management (APM) - cyboltCybolt · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A
  8. [8]Policy Management - cyboltCybolt · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A
  9. [9]Technology Offerings - cyboltCybolt · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A
  10. [10]Access Management - cyboltCybolt · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A
  11. [11]Comprehensive GRC Audit Services - cyboltCybolt · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A
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  13. [13]Third-Party Risk Management - cyboltCybolt · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A
  14. [14]Training - cyboltCybolt · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A

WatchGuard Technologies full record

  1. [1]watchguard.comWatchGuard Technologies · watchguard.com · undated page, accessed September 27, 2026 · Tier A
  2. [2]Watchguard launches new high performance firebox appliances secure modernWatchGuard Technologies · watchguard.com · published June 2, 2026 · Tier A
  3. [3]vectorcapital.comVector Capital · vectorcapital.com · published July 5, 2022 · Tier A
  4. [4]Dex991WatchGuard Technologies via SEC EDGAR · sec.gov · published July 25, 2006 · Tier A
  5. [5]WatchGuard | Comprehensive Cybersecurity SolutionsWatchGuard Technologies · undated page, accessed October 30, 2026 · Tier A
  6. [6]WatchGuard Reviews, Ratings & Features 2026 | Gartner Peer InsightsGartner Peer Insights · undated page, accessed October 30, 2026 · Tier C
  7. [7]Centralized Management & Visibility | WatchGuard CloudWatchGuard Technologies · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A
  8. [8]Managed Security Services for MSPs | WatchGuardWatchGuard Technologies · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A
  9. [9]Rackmount Firewall Appliances | WatchGuardWatchGuard Technologies · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A
  10. [10]WatchGuard Endpoint Security | AI-Powered ProtectionWatchGuard Technologies · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A
  11. [11]WatchGuard Endpoint Security 360 - Zero Trust EDRWatchGuard Technologies · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A
  12. [12]AuthPoint 30-Day Free Trial | WatchGuard Free AuthPointWatchGuard Technologies · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A
  13. [13]AuthPoint Total Identity Security | WatchGuardWatchGuard Technologies · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A
  14. [14]Secure Wireless APs for Your Business | WatchGuardWatchGuard Technologies · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A
  15. [15]Compliance Reporting | WatchGuardWatchGuard Technologies · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A
  16. [16]WatchGuard Appoints Vincent Hwang as Chief Product OfficerWatchGuard Technologies · published July 7, 2026 · Tier A

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