San Jose, California, November 2025 – Wazuh, the leading open-source Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) and Extended Detection and Response (XDR) solution, announced a partnership with connecT SYSTEMHAUS AG, an owner-managed IT services provider based in Siegen, Germany. The partnership enables connecT to expand its Managed Security Services with Wazuh’s SIEM and XDR capabilities, offering German organizations a transparent, scalable, and standards-aligned cybersecurity solution.
Founded in 1996, connecT SYSTEMHAUS AG specializes in strategic IT management and operates with a team of around 130 experts. The company designs and manages IT architectures and security solutions across sectors such as manufacturing, trade, healthcare, automotive, energy, finance, and insurance. Its services include Managed Security aligned with ISO 27001, compliance consulting for BSI and NIS2, OT security, cloud strategies, and Modern Workplace solutions.
By integrating Wazuh into its security portfolio, connecT delivers capabilities for log management, vulnerability management, inventory, and threat detection within a unified SIEM platform. The partnership supports organizations requiring verifiable security operations in line with German and European regulatory frameworks, including BSI Grundschutz, ISO 27001, NIS2, and TISAX.
David Zinzius, Managing Consultant at connecT SYSTEMHAUS AG, said: “Many of our customers in regulated environments are looking for a SIEM/XDR platform that gives them full sovereignty over their data. Wazuh delivers this. At connecT, we provide the ISO-certified processes, 24/7 management, and integration into the overall strategy from IT to OT. The combination of open-source technology and structured governance is an effective answer for the German Mittelstand as complexity and threats increase.”
Alberto Gonzalez, COO at Wazuh, said: “connecT’s expertise in strategic IT management and their presence in the German B2B market bring strong value to this partnership. By combining our open-source security platform with connecT’s certified Managed Services, organizations can strengthen their defenses and meet compliance requirements with confidence.”
About connecT SYSTEMHAUS AG
connecT SYSTEMHAUS AG is an owner-managed IT company based in Siegen, Germany, specializing in strategic IT management and certified security services. With 13 SkillTeams and expertise across IT and OT environments, connecT supports organizations in implementing secure, compliant, and scalable IT infrastructures.
About Wazuh
Wazuh is a free and open source security platform that combines XDR and SIEM capabilities to protect endpoints and cloud workloads. Its open source nature allows organizations to customize its capabilities to meet specific security requirements, ensuring scalable and adaptable defense strategies.
To explore connecT SYSTEMHAUS AG offerings and expertise further, please visit their official website. For additional information on Wazuh Partnerships, please visit our partners’ website.