SOS International has announced the acquisition of Defense Group Inc., a Vienna, Virginia-based data analytics and cyber solutions firm that works with the U.S. intelligence and national security community.
âThe addition of DGI to our Intelligence Solutions Group builds on current capabilities and deepens our access into key intelligence community agencies,â said Julian Setian, SOSi president and CEO. âIt supports our strategic goal of offering a suite of leading-edge, technology-facilitated solutions that drive customer requirements and create new markets.â
DGI is SOSiâs second acquisition in the intelligence market in recent years, following its addition of New World Solutions in January 2016. DGI expands SOSiâs customer base and adds new, technical capabilities in cyber intelligence, SOSi said.
Holland & Knight LLP served as SOSiâs legal adviser in connection with the transaction. Headwaters MB served as DGIâs exclusive financial adviser and Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP served as DGIâs legal adviser.