Landmark Achievement Establishes GTS as Egypt’s First Fortinet Partner Authorized to Deliver Professional Services Under the Fortinet Expert Partner Services Program
Cairo, Egypt — GTS Holding, a leading regional provider of cybersecurity, enterprise networking, and digital transformation solutions, is proud to announce that it has become the first Partner-Led Delivery (PLD) certified supplier in Egypt under the Fortinet Expert Partner Services Program (EPSP).
This landmark achievement represents one of the highest technical recognitions within Fortinet’s global partner ecosystem and places GTS among a select group of partners worldwide authorized to independently deliver Fortinet professional services while adhering to Fortinet’s rigorous global standards for technical excellence, service quality, delivery governance, and operational performance.
The certification reflects GTS Holding’s continued investment in engineering excellence, customer success, and strategic partnership with Fortinet, further strengthening the company’s position as one of the region’s leading cybersecurity solution providers.
What is the Fortinet Partner-Led Delivery (PLD) Certification?
The Fortinet Expert Partner Services Program (EPSP) is designed to recognize partners that possess the technical expertise, operational maturity, and governance capabilities required to independently deliver Fortinet professional services on behalf of customers.
Unlike traditional implementation models that rely heavily on vendor-led services, the Partner-Led Delivery (PLD) framework empowers certified partners to own and execute the complete delivery lifecycle while maintaining full alignment with Fortinet’s global methodologies, quality assurance processes, technical standards, and governance requirements.
Achieving PLD certification requires extensive technical validation, proven delivery capabilities, certified engineering teams, standardized implementation methodologies, and continuous compliance with Fortinet’s strict operational requirements.
By successfully completing this rigorous certification process, GTS has demonstrated its ability to consistently deliver enterprise-grade Fortinet solutions that meet the same high standards expected from Fortinet’s own professional services organization.
A First for Egypt’s Cybersecurity Industry
Becoming the first PLD-certified supplier in Egypt represents a significant milestone not only for GTS Holding but also for the Egyptian cybersecurity ecosystem.
The achievement positions GTS among a highly exclusive group of Fortinet partners globally and demonstrates the growing maturity of Egypt’s cybersecurity sector.
It also reinforces GTS Holding’s long-standing commitment to investing in technical expertise, engineering excellence, and customer-centric service delivery.
As organizations across Egypt continue accelerating digital transformation initiatives, the demand for trusted implementation partners has increased significantly.
Customers require more than technology procurement—they need experienced partners capable of designing, deploying, optimizing, and supporting complex cybersecurity infrastructures while ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and according to internationally recognized standards.
The PLD certification enables GTS to fulfill that role with even greater autonomy and capability.
Delivering Faster, Smarter, and More Efficient Security Projects
Through the Fortinet Partner-Led Delivery model, GTS can independently execute professional services while maintaining complete alignment with Fortinet’s global delivery framework.
This approach combines local ownership with internationally recognized implementation methodologies, enabling customers to benefit from both regional expertise and global quality assurance.
Organizations working with GTS now benefit from:
- Professional services delivered directly by Fortinet-certified GTS engineers.
- Faster implementation timelines and reduced project delivery cycles.
- End-to-end ownership from assessment and solution design through deployment, optimization, and knowledge transfer.
- Greater operational flexibility without compromising governance or service quality.
- Consistent project methodologies aligned with Fortinet global standards.
- Local technical expertise supported by Fortinet oversight and quality assurance.
By reducing dependencies and streamlining project execution, customers can accelerate cybersecurity initiatives while maintaining confidence that every implementation follows proven best practices.
Supporting Organizations Across Critical Industries
GTS Holding supports organizations operating in some of the region’s most demanding and highly regulated industries, including financial services, government, telecommunications, healthcare, energy, manufacturing, education, and large enterprise environments.
These organizations require cybersecurity implementations that combine technical precision, operational resilience, regulatory compliance, and minimal disruption to business operations.
Whether deploying Next-Generation Firewalls, Secure SD-WAN, Zero Trust architectures, Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), Security Operations, Network Access Control, or integrated Security Fabric solutions, customers benefit from a single trusted partner responsible for every stage of the project lifecycle.
Built on Continuous Investment in Technical Excellence
GTS Holding has consistently expanded its engineering organization through advanced Fortinet certifications, specialized technical training, hands-on implementation experience, and continuous professional development.
Beyond individual certifications, the company has established standardized delivery methodologies, project governance frameworks, quality assurance processes, and operational controls designed to ensure every customer engagement meets the highest standards of technical excellence.
These investments have enabled GTS to successfully execute complex cybersecurity projects while building long-term relationships based on trust, reliability, and measurable business outcomes.
Leadership Perspective
Commenting on the achievement, Eng. Ayman Al Sayed, Co-Founder and Managing Director of GTS Holding, said:
“Becoming the first Partner-Led Delivery certified supplier in Egypt is a defining milestone for GTS Holding. It validates the strength of our delivery model, the expertise of our engineering teams, and the trust Fortinet has placed in our ability to independently deliver world-class professional services. More importantly, it enables us to provide our customers with faster, more efficient Fortinet implementations that combine local execution with globally recognized delivery standards.”
Mohamed Mady, Technical Director of GTS Holding, added:
“The PLD certification reflects years of investment in technical excellence and operational maturity. Delivering enterprise cybersecurity projects requires more than technical knowledge—it demands disciplined governance, standardized methodologies, and highly skilled engineers capable of executing complex implementations consistently. This recognition demonstrates our ability to deliver Fortinet professional services at the highest international standards while remaining close to our customers and their business needs.”
Advancing Cybersecurity Across Egypt and the Middle East
The Fortinet Partner-Led Delivery certification represents another important milestone in GTS Holding’s broader mission to strengthen cybersecurity capabilities across Egypt and the Middle East.
As cyber threats continue evolving and organizations expand their digital infrastructure, demand continues growing for trusted partners capable of delivering integrated cybersecurity solutions with speed, quality, and accountability.
Through strategic partnerships with global technology leaders and continuous investment in engineering excellence, GTS Holding remains committed to helping organizations build resilient security architectures that protect critical operations while supporting innovation and sustainable business growth.
The PLD certification further reinforces GTS Holding’s position as a trusted cybersecurity advisor capable of supporting customers throughout every stage of their cybersecurity journey—from strategic planning and solution architecture to implementation, optimization, and ongoing technical support.
Looking Ahead
The company will continue expanding its professional services capabilities, investing in advanced engineering expertise, and strengthening its cybersecurity portfolio to help organizations confidently address increasingly sophisticated security challenges.
GTS Holding extends its sincere appreciation to Fortinet for its continued trust and collaboration, and thanks its engineering teams, consultants, project managers, and customers whose dedication and confidence made this achievement possible.
Together with Fortinet, GTS Holding remains committed to delivering secure, scalable, and future-ready cybersecurity solutions that enable organizations across the region to innovate with confidence while protecting their most valuable digital assets.
About GTS Holding
Founded in 2018, GTS Holding is a regional technology solutions provider specializing in cybersecurity, enterprise networking, cloud infrastructure, managed services, and digital transformation. Headquartered in Egypt with operations across Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, GTS partners with globally recognized technology leaders to deliver secure, scalable, and future-ready technology solutions. Through engineering excellence, strategic partnerships, and customer-centric innovation, GTS Holding helps organizations strengthen cyber resilience, modernize IT infrastructure, and accelerate digital transformation across the Middle East.
Learn more about GTS Holding: https://gtsholding.net/about-us/
About Fortinet
Fortinet is a global cybersecurity leader driving the convergence of networking and security. Its comprehensive portfolio includes next-generation firewalls, Secure SD-WAN, Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), Security Operations (SecOps), cloud security, endpoint protection, and the Fortinet Security Fabric platform. Through its Fortinet Expert Partner Services Program (EPSP), Fortinet empowers qualified partners to deliver professional services that meet the company’s rigorous global standards for quality, governance, and customer success.
Learn more about Fortinet: https://www.fortinet.com/