Case Study: Protexxa (Barbados) Cyber Ltd.

Invest Barbados Magazine

In a world where 2.5 billion internet users have been compromised by cyber attacks, Protexxa, a rapidly growing B2B Cybersecurity Software as a Service and Services company, has established itself as a powerful partner to help companies manage online risks.

Its signature software platform, Protexxa Defender, connects the dots between personal cyber hygiene and business risk. Using artificial intelligence, the Protexxa platform rapidly identifies, evaluates, predicts and resolves common cyber issues. In addition to this personalised cybersecurity assessment and protection solution, Protexxa also is a leading provider of consulting, managed security services and cybersecurity training and education.

The Canadian company has extended its reach globally with the launch of Cyber Nations, an initiative built to address the global shortage of 4 million cybersecurity professionals. With this programme, Protexxa is helping Barbados become a global hub for cybersecurity talent. In partnership with the Government of Barbados' Ministry of Education, Protexxa (Barbados) Cyber Ltd (PBCL) has trained over 250 Barbadians since its inception in January 2023, enabling graduates to pursue meaningful cybersecurity careers.

The establishment of a 15,000 square foot Cybersecurity Fusion Centre in Barbados in 2023, underscores Protexxa’s commitment to this vision. The Fusion Centre serves as a hub for cultivating cyber expertise and a control centre for safeguarding North American digital interests. PBCL now employs more than 120 Barbadians.

PBCL stands as a pillar of Protexxa's global operations, instrumental in the development of its presence in Central America, South America and the Caribbean, while supporting North American and global clients. With plans to replicate its cybersecurity training model for artificial intelligence in early 2024, Protexxa is not just contributing to Barbados' digital future but is also shaping a safer cyberspace for everyone.

For more information, visit Protexxa.com.