ITsavvy Announces Exclusive Partnership with REN-ISAC to Strengthen Cybersecurity for Higher Education 

Oak Brook, IL – January 13, 2025 – ITsavvy, a leading IT infrastructure solution provider, is proud to announce its exclusive agreement with the Research & Education Networks Information Sharing & Analysis Center (REN-ISAC) to serve as their procurement partner for IT equipment & peace of mind IT services. This partnership underscores ITsavvy’s commitment to improving network security outcomes for universities & the higher education community. 

REN-ISAC is a trusted cybersecurity resource for over 700 member institutions, offering cutting-edge threat intelligence, tools, & collaboration opportunities to address the ever-evolving cyber threat landscape. As part of this partnership, ITsavvy will support REN-ISAC members by provisioning & integrating advanced IT solutions, ensuring effortlessly secure operations & secure operations tailored to the diverse needs of the higher education ecosystem. 

“Higher education institutions are at the forefront of innovation, but they also face significant cybersecurity risks,” says Chris Turner, VP of Public Sector Sales at ITsavvy. “Together with REN-ISAC, ITsavvy aims to foster a culture of security evolution, equipping members to tackle new threats while uplifting the entire higher education ecosystem.” 

Through this exclusive agreement, ITsavvy will deliver customized, end-to-end across multiple technology disciplines & services, helping REN-ISAC members address the unique challenges they face, including: 

  • Proactive cybersecurity solutions to safeguard academic & research data 
  • Seamless integration of IT infrastructure to enhance efficiency & resiliency 
  • Scalable & adaptive technology solutions to stay ahead of the evolving threat landscape 
  • Tailored IT procurement services to meet the diverse needs of member institutions 

This partnership reflects ITsavvy & REN-ISAC’s shared vision: empowering the education & research community with state-of-the-art cybersecurity strategies to ensure their critical missions thrive in a secure environment. 

Anthony Newman, Executive Director REN-ISAC, adds “At REN-ISAC, our mission is to bolster cybersecurity within the higher education and research community. This partnership with ITsavvy represents a significant step forward in providing our members with enhanced access to cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions and expertise. Together, we are committed to strengthening the defenses of institutions that drive innovation and knowledge, ensuring they remain resilient in an ever-evolving threat landscape.”

For more information about ITsavvy’s partnership with REN-ISAC & its solutions for the higher education sector, visit www.ITsavvy.com and www.ren-isac.net.  

About ITsavvy  

ITsavvy is an industry-leading IT infrastructure solutions provider with comprehensive value added resell capabilities. ITsavvy is focused on four solution pillars: cloud & hosting, network & security, collaboration, and the hybrid workforce/anywhere learning. ITsavvy is the ideal partner for clients in the higher education sectors.

Founded in 2004 in suburban Chicago, ITsavvy boasts a nationwide team of over 500 trusted advisors and advocates serving more than 4,500 clients. ITsavvy provides frictionless client experiences through the deployment of holistic solutions that deliver client business outcomes.

 

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Tyler Cooley

Client Executive, Public Sector

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