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High Wire Networks Hires EVP of Finance to Accelerate Uplist to Nasdaq

Chris Sorensen named Executive Vice President of Finance to Bolster Financial Controls and Compliance High Wire Networks Inc. (the “Company” or “High Wire”) (OTCQB: SGSI), a leading global technology systems […]

High Wire Networks Named to MSSP Alert’s Top 250 MSSPs List for 2021

Fifth-Annual List Honors Leading MSSP, MDR and SOCaaS Cybersecurity Companies Worldwide MSSP Alert, published by After Nines Inc., has named High Wire Networks and the cybersecurity division, Overwatch Managed Security, […]

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High Wire Networks Reports Record Revenue Gains in July for Managed Cybersecurity Division

MRR Up 22% Month over Month and Total Revenue Up 41% for Overwatch Managed Security Spectrum Global Solutions Inc. (the “Company” or “Spectrum”) (OTCQB: SGSI), announced that High Wire Networks […]

Spectrum Global Solutions Shows Positive Operating Income and Increased Net Shareholder Equity, Working Towards Market Uplisting

Significant Second Quarter Gains Lay Foundation for Long-term Success BOCA RATON, Fla, Aug. 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Spectrum Global Solutions Inc. (the “Company” or “Spectrum”) (OTCQB: SGSI), today reported second […]

High Wire Networks Delivers 24/7 Management to Endpoint Detection and Response in Overwatch Managed Security Marketplace

Overwatch Managed EDR Combines SentinelOne Platform with 24/7 SOC as a Service to Deliver Increased MRR to MSP Partners High Wire Networks Inc. (“High Wire”), a leading global technology systems […]

High Wire Networks Expands Global Technology Channel to Support System Integrators

David Hand Joins Company as Vice President of Global System Integrators Spectrum Global Solutions Inc. (the “Company” or “Spectrum”) (OTCQB: SGSI) announced today that High Wire Networks Inc. (“High Wire”) has […]

Spectrum Global Solutions Announces Closing of Merger with High Wire Networks

Spectrum Global Solutions Inc. (the “Company” or “Spectrum”) (OTCQB: SGSI), a single-source provider of next-generation communications network and professional services to telecommunications and enterprise markets, announces today that it has […]

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High Wire Networks Wins $1.3 Million Electrical Services Deal for National Commercial Packaging Company’s New Headquarters

High Wire Gets Started on 3rd Multimillion Dollar Electrical Project for the Year High Wire Networks Inc. has been awarded a $1.28M electrical contract for a new 170,000-square-foot production facility […]

Susanna Song of High Wire Networks Featured on CRN’s 2021 Women of the Channel List

Channel Marketing Executive Named to Prestigious List of Channel Leaders Spectrum Global Solutions Inc. (the “Company” or “Spectrum”) (OTCQB: SGSI), announced today that High Wire Networks Inc. (“High Wire”), a leading […]

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High Wire Networks Wins $1.3 Million Managed Services and Maintenance Program for National Garbage and Recycling Services Company

Value-added Reseller Leverages High Wire’s 15,000 Field Technicians for Network Support at Customer Sites Across North America Spectrum Global Solutions Inc. (the “Company” or “Spectrum”) (OTCQB: SGSI), announced today that High […]

ABC 7 Eyewitness News Interviews CISO Phil Burnett About Latest Ransomware Attack in Gary, Indiana

CISO Offers Advice on How to Protect Your Business from Ransomware Attack Continued cyber threats and the frequency we hear about ransomware attacks on the news is alarming. According to […]

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Spectrum Global Solutions Announces Transition Services Agreement with High Wire Networks

Interim Agreement Enables Company to Receive Benefits of Merger in Advance of Closing Spectrum Global Solutions Inc. (the “Company” or “Spectrum”) (OTCQB: SGSI), a single-source provider of next-generation communications network […]

“The Future of Managed Cybersecurity is Now!”- Virtual Conference – June 16, 2021

Ready to Solve the Business Problem of Cybersecurity? That’s right – cybersecurity is not only an IT challenge, it’s a business challenge!   Cybersecurity impacts your entire business, including: Operational […]

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High Wire Networks Names Don Schmidt as Executive Vice President of Technology Solutions

Sales and Operations Management Veteran to Drive Strategy and Growth for Key Business Unit Spectrum Global Solutions Inc. (the “Company” or “Spectrum”) (OTCQB: SGSI), announced today that High Wire Networks Inc. […]

SGSI Latest Business Update from CEO Mark Porter

Spectrum Global Solutions Inc. and High Wire Networks merger update from CEO Mark Porter.

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High Wire Networks Wins $1.6M Contract for Global Online Retailer

Company Continues to See Year Over Year Sales Growth Spectrum Global Solutions Inc. (the “Company” or “Spectrum”) (OTCQB: SGSI), announced today that High Wire Networks Inc. (“High Wire”) has been awarded […]

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High Wire Networks Launches Overwatch Managed Firewall Enabling MSP Partners to Boost MRR

As-a-Service Solution Simplifies Network Security for Hybrid Work, Including Headquarters, Branch, Home and Mobile Offices         BATAVIA, IL – April 20, 2021 – Spectrum Global Solutions Inc. […]

Spectrum Global Solutions Announces Agreement to Acquire Wholesale Voice and Data Network Services Provider with Nationwide Presence

Acquisition provides Spectrum with additional recurring revenue stream and nearly 200 channel partners. Boca Raton, FL, April 12, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Spectrum Global Solutions, Inc. (the “Company” or “Spectrum”) […]

SGSI Update from CEO Mark Porter

Spectrum Global Solutions, ( OTC:SGSI ) ( the “Company” ), new CEO Mark Porter, provides an update to SGSI shareholders. I wanted to take the opportunity to formally introduce myself […]

High Wire Networks Powers Technology Upgrades at 300 Stores for National Discount Retail Chain

High Wire Networks Inc. (the “Company” or “High Wire”) (OTCQB: HWNI) has delivered electrical services at 300 stores for a multiyear refresh program for a national variety store chain.  At each […]

ExtraHop and High Wire Networks Team with SYNNEX to Deliver Managed Network Detection and Response

SYNNEX Will Serve as the MSP Technology Services Distributor for the Combined Overwatch and ExtraHop Reveal(x) 360 Managed Services Offering SEATTLE––MARCH 31, 2021––ExtraHop, the leader in cloud-native network detection and […]

High Wire Networks Partners With wekos to Deliver Overwatch 24/7 Cybersecurity Solutions

Leading Managed Services Provider Delivers Overwatch Managed Security Solution Spectrum Global Solutions Inc. (the “Company” or “Spectrum”) (OTCQB: SGSI), announced today that High Wire Networks Inc. (“High Wire”) and its […]

Spectrum Global Solutions Provides Update on Merger with High Wire Networks

SGSI Appoints Mark Porter as New CEO  Spectrum Global Solutions Inc. (the “Company” or “Spectrum”) (OTCQB: SGSI), a single-source provider of next-generation communications network and professional services to telecommunications and […]

Spectrum Global Solutions Agreement to Merge with High Wire Networks Featured on e-Channel News

Spectrum Global Solutions Announces Definitive Agreement to Merge with High Wire Networks In his interview with e-Channel News Mark Porter, President and CEO of High Wire Networks, talks about the […]

High Wire Networks Partners with ExtraHop to Deliver Managed Network Detection and Response

Overwatch Managed Security with Reveal(X) 360 Available Exclusively Through Overwatch and ExtraHop Sales Partners SEATTLE & BATAVIA, IL, Feb. 25, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Spectrum Global Solutions Inc. (the “Company” […]

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High Wire Networks Wins $2.8M Contract for Global Online Retailer

High Wire to Deliver Power and Fire Alarm Infrastructure for New 150,000-Square-Foot Distribution Center with Robotic Technology in Chicago Spectrum Global Solutions Inc. (the “Company” or “Spectrum”) (OTCQB: SGSI), announced […]

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High Wire Networks and BKD Cyber Team Up to Deliver Overwatch 24/7 Managed Security Services to Companies Across the U.S.

Cybersecurity and IT Risk Consulting Firm Expands Advisory Services with Threat Detection and Response Spectrum Global Solutions Inc. (the “Company” or “Spectrum”) (OTCQB: SGSI), announced today that High Wire Networks Inc. […]

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High Wire Networks Achieves SOC 2 Type 1 Certification, Taking Proactive Measures to Protect Client Data

Certification and Continuous Auditing Give Clients Assurances of Secure Data Storage and Management Spectrum Global Solutions Inc. (the “Company” or “Spectrum”) (OTCQB: SGSI), announced today that High Wire Networks Inc. […]

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High Wire Networks Expands Through Merger Agreement

Merger Enhances Service Offerings With More Than 250 Technical Professionals On Staff Spectrum Global Solutions Inc. (the “Company” or “Spectrum”) (OTCQB: SGSI), a single-source provider of next-generation communications network and […]

Overwatch Sales Referral Bonus is Back!

High Wire Networks Overwatch is bringing back its sales agent referral program! Send us qualified MSPs prospects! If they sign with us in 2021, you will get a percentage of […]

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The Cybersecurity Simplified Podcast

Cybersecurity Simplified aims to demystify cybersecurity and make it understandable to business people and partners who aren’t security experts. The podcast is: Short and digestible (15 min.), Easy to understand  […]

We’re Hiring a Solutions Architect

High Wire Networks is hiring a Solutions Architect to join our team of professionals. The ideal candidate possesses a high acumen in cable infrastructure, network infrastructure, Wi-Fi surveys, wireless deployments, […]

Global Command Center

High Wire Networks Global Command Center (GCC) is a flexible, cost-effective solution to your most complex business needs. Don’t get bogged down by the hour-by-hour logistics management. High Wire’s trusted […]

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Q&A With 2020 Channel Chief of the Year Mark Porter

Winner of Channel Chief of the Year at this year’s Channel Innovation Awards, High Wire Networks’ Mark Porter opens up on running a channel network during COVID and coming out […]

High Wire Networks CEO Mark Porter Named Channel Chief of the Year by Channel Partner Insight

Channel Innovation Awards 2020 Celebrates MSP Leaders Advancing New Opportunities & Growth Mark Porter, President and CEO of High Wire Networks, a leading global technology systems integrator and managed cybersecurity […]

Overwatch by High Wire Networks Named to MSSP Alert’s Top 250 MSSPs List for 2020

Fourth-Annual List Honors Leading MSSP, MDR and SOCaaS Cybersecurity Companies Worldwide CHICAGO – September 18, 2020 MSSP Alert, published by After Nines Inc., has named Overwatch Managed Security by High […]

Overwatch University: Cybersecurity Sales & Marketing (Open Registration)

How to increase MRR by effectively selling and marketing managed security services to your clients As a managed services provider (MSP), today’s threat landscape impacts not only your network but […]

High Wire Networks Names Anthony Sparber as Director of Front Line Maintenance

30-year Service Delivery and Operations Veteran Joins Leading Global Technical Services Firm to Augment On-demand Reactive Services High Wire Networks, a leading global technology systems integrator and managed cybersecurity solutions […]

High Wire Networks Wins 2020 Visionary Spotlight Award for Overwatch Managed Security

ChannelVision Magazine Honors Cybersecurity Company for Innovation and Enabling Channel Partners to Become Trusted Advisers ChannelVision Magazine has recognized High Wire Networks, a leading global technical field, professional and cybersecurity services company, […]

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High Wire Networks Boosts Platform Capacity to Meet MSP’s Demand for Overwatch Managed Security Services

Investment is the First Step in Multiyear, Multimillion-dollar Expansion Plan to Enhance Processing, Reliability, Features and Reporting High Wire Networks, a leading global technical field, professional and cybersecurity services company, […]

Are You Up to Date with Your Windows Products?

The Overwatch Security Operations Center (SOC) has issued an important reminder for Windows users. Certain Windows products are reaching the end of their support lifecycle. Please evaluate your systems to […]

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High Wire Networks Partners with The TNS Group to Deliver Overwatch 24/7 Cybersecurity Solutions

A Top 200 Managed Service Provider Provides Overwatch Managed Security Offering to Clients in the New York Metro Area and Surrounding Region High Wire Networks, a leading global technical field, […]

A Message From the COO

By Charles Hughes, Chief Operating Officer To all our partners and customers, thank you for your cooperation and support during these unprecedented times.  It has been and continues to be […]

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BCS ISIT Joins Overwatch Managed Security Partner Program to Deliver Comprehensive Cybersecurity Services to Businesses

Managed Service Provider to Offer Data Protection and Cybersecurity Compliance to Businesses in Financial, Health Care and Manufacturing Industries High Wire Networks, providers of the Overwatch Managed Security Platform-as-a-Service, announced […]

High Wire Networks Adds XDR Expert and Cybersecurity Analyst as Technical Liaison to MSPs Delivering Overwatch Managed Security

Ryan Harrison Joins Overwatch Team as Senior Manager of Cybersecurity to Help MSPs Evaluate Threat Landscapes and Develop Cybersecurity Playbooks for Business Customers High Wire Networks, providers of the Overwatch […]

High Wire University: Ready to Win More Deals?

12/15 @ 9 a.m. CT Know Your Brand: How to Market Yourself and Your Business by Dir. of Marketing Susanna Song <Register here> 12/15 @ 5 p.m. CT Know Your […]

A New School Year Amid COVID-19 Means “Thinking Beyond the Bus”

Partners Seek High Wire Networks’ Wireless Networking Solutions to Install 5G Internet on Buses For eLearning As the 2020-21 school year is underway, many school districts are offering eLearning or […]

Cybercrime Fighter Travis Ray Joins High Wire Networks as Director of Channel Sales for Overwatch Managed Security

15-year Technology Sales Veteran Bolsters Team of Trusted Advisers Helping Managed Services Providers (MSPs) Succeed with Cybersecurity High Wire Networks, providers of the Overwatch Managed Security Platform-as-a-Service, announced today that […]

Overwatch Delivers Next-gen Cloud Detection and Response Cybersecurity Solution

Managed Security Platform Extends Protections to the Cloud with Real-Time Visibility into IaaS, PaaS and SaaS Apps High Wire Networks, a leading global technical field, professional and cybersecurity services company, […]

High Wire Networks Teams with SYNNEX Corporation to Distribute Overwatch Managed Security to IT Solution Providers

Alliance Enables SYNNEX Partners to Deliver Holistic Security Services to Underserved Small and Medium Businesses High Wire Networks, a leading global technical field, professional and cybersecurity services company, today announced […]

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