Tech firm MetaCompliance to create 70 jobs in latest Derry expansion

  • Photo: John Hood, Multi Sector Director at Invest NI with Robert O’Brien, Chief Executive, MetaCompliance.

    Technology firm MetaCompliance is investing over £4.5 million to create 70 jobs as it looks to capitalise on demand in international markets.

    Based in Derry/Londonderry, MetaCompliance develops cloud software for cybersecurity and compliance.

    The company provides software solutions and e-learning content to educate employees on the specific dangers of a cyberattack via phishing and ransomware helping companies minimise risk and reputational damage.

    It is currently looking to grow its business into new markets in the US and Europe. The 70 new jobs will help develop the cybersecurity learning market via cloud-based solutions.

    Robert O’Brien, Chief Executive at MetaCompliance said: “Our ambition is to be internationally recognised in our field of expertise. We have seen a rapid global increase in the demand of cybersecurity products and services, particularly since GDPR has been implemented."

    Economic growth agency Invest NI has offered £695,000 of support towards creating the new jobs and market development activity.

    John Hood, Multi Sector Director at Invest NI commented: “MetaCompliance is already a strongly established business within the cybersecurity sector. The creation of these jobs will build upon its previous success and help the company to expand its presence in the North West, the cybersecurity market, and in new markets."

    Invest NI has previously supported MetaCompliance with job creation investment in 2017, management and digital training for employee development and R&D support for its innovative Voyager and MyCompliance Cloud user awareness cloud solutions.

    The company is also currently receiving support through Invest NI’s Skills Growth Programme.

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