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SGS

Current work outlook

SGS completed the acquisition of a majority stake in US-based Prescient Security, which has more than 350 employees and 5,000 customers. Prescient provides security certification, penetration testing, digital compliance and AI-assisted security services. SGS says the business will expand its Digital Trust platform and continue investing in people, technology and services.

Updated October 2, 2026 · Evidence from public sources

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SGS acquires Prescient Security and adds more than 350 cybersecurity specialists

SGS completed the acquisition of a majority stake in US-based Prescient Security, which has more than 350 employees and 5,000 customers. Prescient provides security certification, penetration testing, digital compliance and AI-assisted security services. SGS says the business will expand its Digital Trust platform and continue investing in people, technology and services.

Employee impact

The deal provides Prescient teams with access to SGS's global customer network and signals strategic investment in cybersecurity and compliance. Majority ownership can still bring reporting, process and portfolio changes, so candidates should confirm whether leadership, locations and specialist teams will remain intact.

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