In a move set to reshape the cybersecurity landscape in the Middle East and Africa (MEA), CyberKnight, a leading value-added distributor (VAD), has joined forces with Keyfactor, a global leader in digital identity security. The partnership will deliver modern PKI, machine identity management, certificate lifecycle automation, and cryptographic inventory solutions, empowering regional enterprises to build stronger compliance frameworks and digital resilience.
This strategic alliance directly responds to the MEA region’s growing need for digital trust, as organizations accelerate cloud adoption, digital transformation, and regulatory initiatives in critical industries such as finance, government, and healthcare.
Rising Demand for Machine Identity Management
According to the 2025 Gartner Market Guide for PKI and Certificate Management, 67% of enterprises now prioritize machine identity management amid expanding cloud ecosystems and device proliferation.
Further validating this momentum, Forrester’s latest Wave recognized Keyfactor as a leader for its comprehensive certificate orchestration and automation capabilities.
Regionally, PKI adoption in MEA is projected to grow at a 22% CAGR through 2027, fueled by emerging compliance mandates and widespread IoT integration — underscoring the urgent need for scalable, automated, and trusted identity solutions.
CyberKnight: Driving the Next Phase of Digital Trust in MEA
Building on its extensive cybersecurity portfolio and deep regional presence, CyberKnight continues to champion Zero Trust Security, identity management, and OT/IoT protection.
Through its network of over 400 partners, the company supports enterprises in safeguarding critical infrastructure, simplifying compliance, and accelerating secure digital transformation initiatives.
This collaboration with Keyfactor reinforces CyberKnight’s commitment to equipping enterprises with advanced tools to enhance visibility, automation, and resilience against modern cyber threats.
Advanced Cryptographic and PKI Solutions for a Secure Future
Under the new alliance, organizations will gain access to Keyfactor’s latest technologies, including the Keyfactor Command Platform, Automated Certificate Renewal Engine, PKI-as-a-Service, and Cryptographic Inventory Platform.
These solutions enable enterprises to:
- Discover, classify, and manage all cryptographic assets.
- Automate certificate and key lifecycle management.
- Minimize operational and compliance risks.
- Prepare for post-quantum security challenges by ensuring cryptographic agility.
The combined expertise of CyberKnight and Keyfactor ensures that enterprises across MEA can manage every machine identity with full visibility and control — a critical step in protecting digital trust at scale.
Leaders’ Perspectives on the Partnership
“Our partnership with Keyfactor meets the region’s urgent need for automated machine identity protection,” said Avinash Advani, CEO and Co-founder of CyberKnight.
“Leveraging CyberKnight’s robust VAD ecosystem and deep technical expertise, our joint solution offers CISOs a seamless path toward stronger identity-first security and compliance.”
Louise McEvoy, SVP of Global Channel Sales at Keyfactor, added:
“Enterprises today face unprecedented challenges — from agentic AI and quantum computing to tightening compliance demands and shortened TLS certificate lifespans. Our collaboration with CyberKnight enables us to help organizations across the Middle East and Africa stay ahead of these shifts with complete visibility, automation, and control over every machine identity.”
A Partnership Built on Collaboration and Enablement
The Keyfactor Partner Network unites solution providers, OEMs, integrators, and distributors to address complex challenges in PKI, certificate lifecycle management, and identity automation.
Through this collaboration, partners gain access to comprehensive enablement resources, technical training, and joint go-to-market initiatives, ensuring enterprises in MEA can adopt and scale digital trust solutions efficiently and securely.
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