We don’t just manage IT. We transform it.
Proactive managed IT, cybersecurity and cloud from Cape Town, so your team can focus on the work that matters.
The threats we watch, updated in real time.
The latest vulnerabilities being actively exploited in the wild, straight from the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, one of the live feeds our monitoring and Vikelus watch around the clock.
Source: CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities. Refreshed hourly.
Six layers of security, wrapped around your business.
Each layer locks in around your people, devices and data.
- 01
Endpoint protection
AV, EDR & XDR hardening every laptop, desktop and server.
- 02
Email & identity
Anti-phishing, MFA and conditional access on every account.
- 03
Network & firewall
Managed firewalls, segmented Wi-Fi and encrypted VPN.
- 04
Backup & recovery
Immutable offsite backups with tested restores.
- 05
24/7 MDR & Vikelus
Human SOC oversight plus automated vulnerability management.
- 06
Supply-chain & third-party risk
Every vendor scored 0 to 100 and continuously monitored, powered by Panorays.
Proudly partnering with trusted technology brands
One integrated IT ecosystem. Nothing falls through the gaps.
Ten service lines under one partner, from day-to-day support and security through to cloud, communications and AI.
Managed IT Services
Proactive, SLA-based support that keeps users productive, devices secure and systems running reliably, without the complexity of managing IT internally.
- Remote & on-site support
- SLA-based response times
- 24/7 monitoring & alerting
- Patch & update management
- Onboarding & offboarding
Cybersecurity
Layered, AI-aware security anchored by 24/7 Managed Detection & Response (MDR), powered by Sophos, protecting users, devices and data, and supporting POPIA & GDPR compliance.
- Managed Detection & Response (MDR)
- Endpoint protection (AV / EDR / XDR)
- Email security & anti-phishing
- Vulnerability management with Vikelus
- Security awareness training & phishing simulations
- Security audits & access reviews
- Ransomware & incident response
See every weakness. Fix it. Prove it. Our own vulnerability management platform: eight scans a day against live threat feeds, version-verified findings, approval-gated patching and insurer-ready proof.
vikelus.comMDR powered by Sophos contains zero-day and ransomware threats in real time, backed by 24/7 human SOC oversight, advanced email security and managed firewalls.
Cloud Management
Secure, scalable cloud environments that support modern, hybrid teams, professionally managed, monitored and backed up.
- Microsoft 365, Exchange & Teams
- Azure AD identity & access
- Cloud migrations (on-prem & email)
- MFA, conditional access & DLP
Networks & Infrastructure
Reliable, secure network infrastructure across offices, sites and systems, from structured cabling and Wi-Fi through to firewalls and full office setups.
- LAN / WAN / Wi-Fi & VLAN design
- Firewall deployment & configuration
- Wi-Fi optimisation & mesh
- New office IT setup (end-to-end)
Server Management & Virtualisation
Professionally managed server environments delivering performance, reliability and scalability, on-premises or virtualised for modern workloads.
- Server deployment (file, app & domain)
- Active Directory & GPO management
- Hyper-V virtualisation
- High availability, NAS & SAN storage
Hardware & Software Procurement
Reliable sourcing and deployment of business-grade hardware and software, ensuring compatibility, performance and long-term support.
- Laptops, desktops, servers & monitors
- Networking equipment & UPS
- Microsoft & third-party licensing
- Device configuration & deployment
Backup & Disaster Recovery
Secure backups and recovery planning that protect critical data and systems, ensuring fast restoration and business continuity when incidents occur.
- Local & cloud-based backups
- Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS)
- DR planning (RPO & RTO)
- Offsite & immutable storage
Restores are rehearsed. We run scheduled DR drills and test recoveries, so when it matters your recovery time is proven, not estimated.
Communication & Telephony
Business-grade voice systems that improve call quality and support modern teams: desk phones, softphones and Microsoft Teams calling.
- VoIP / PBX phone systems
- Microsoft Teams Calling
- Call routing, IVR & queues
- SIP trunks & number porting
Digital Presence
Professional websites and search optimisation that improve visibility and credibility across traditional search engines and AI-driven platforms.
- Website design & development
- Hosting, domains & SSL
- SEO & Local SEO
- Generative Engine Optimisation (GEO)
AI Solutions & Development
Custom AI apps, automation and assistants, built across OpenAI, Anthropic Claude, Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini and Azure AI.
- Custom AI applications
- Workflow automation & agents
- AI assistants & chatbots
- Document & data intelligence
New · Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM)
Prove your supply chain is secure. Continuously.
Every vendor you depend on, scored 0 to 100 the way an attacker would score them. Powered by Panorays, run for you by F1.
Your business never stops. Neither do we.
16 years keeping businesses secure, connected and productive, from Cape Town to clients across South Africa, the UK and Europe.
Global-standard IT, at South African economics.
Senior, English-speaking engineering, with the security posture and compliance fluency international clients expect, from Cape Town to the UK and Europe.
Near-shore, not off-shore
Global-standard work from senior, English-speaking engineers, at South African economics.
Full working-day overlap
Real-time collaboration across UK & EU business hours. No 12-hour lag.
Security-first by default
24/7 monitoring, AI-aware EDR and incident response in every engagement.
Compliance fluency
POPIA, UK & EU GDPR, NIS2 and ISO 27001, spoken natively.
One integrated partner
Ten service lines under one SLA. No finger-pointing between vendors.
16-year track record
Businesses have trusted F1 to keep them running since 2010.
Five connected spheres. One integrated ecosystem.
We treat IT as a single system, so nothing falls through the gaps between security, connectivity and support.
Secure. Layered protection around users, devices and data.
Your whole IT, and the people inside it.
People, devices, servers, cloud and Microsoft 365. People are the biggest risk, so security awareness training and phishing simulations are part of how we protect you.
A clear path from risk to resilience.
No jargon, no surprises. Just a straightforward process that gets your IT secure, optimized and supported.
Assess
We review your systems, security posture and risks, then map the gaps in plain language.
Secure & Optimize
We harden security, modernize infrastructure and put proactive monitoring and backups in place.
Support
Ongoing, SLA-based support keeps everything stable, secure and scaling with your business.
Trusted to keep businesses online and protected.
In business since 2010
Integrated service lines
Security & monitoring
Connected spheres
“They took the time to understand my business and configured everything accordingly. Enterprise-level knowledge with the attentiveness of a local business.”
“Reza and his team are professional, kind and exceptional at delivering quality work. They genuinely have your best interest at heart.”
“Over two years of great service and quick response times. They designed, host and maintain our company website. I heartily recommend F1 to anyone requiring an IT solution.”
Serving three continents from one team.
From our Cape Town headquarters we deliver managed IT, cybersecurity and cloud across South Africa, the United Kingdom, Europe and North America.
South Africa
Cape Town HQ, Johannesburg and Pretoria
United Kingdom
London and across the UK
Europe
Hamburg, Frankfurt and the EU
North America
Major cities across the United States and Canada
Questions, answered.
What does F1 IT Solutions do?
F1 IT Solutions is a managed IT and cybersecurity provider based in Cape Town. We proactively monitor, secure and support your technology, covering managed IT, cybersecurity, cloud and Microsoft 365, backup and disaster recovery, and third-party vendor risk, for businesses across South Africa, the UK, Europe and North America.
How is managed IT different from break-fix support?
Managed IT means we look after your systems continuously for a predictable monthly fee, monitoring and patching them before problems cause downtime. Break-fix support only reacts once something has already broken. Our approach is prevention-first, so issues are caught and fixed early.
How does F1 keep our business secure?
We layer security across your whole business: managed detection and response (MDR) with Sophos, endpoint and email protection, phishing defence, dark web monitoring, security awareness training for staff, and continuous vulnerability management through our Vikelus platform.
What is managed detection and response (MDR)?
MDR is a 24/7 service that pairs security tooling with a human team who detect, investigate and respond to threats on your network in real time. F1 delivers MDR with Sophos so attacks are contained quickly, day or night.
Do you support Microsoft 365 and cloud migrations?
Yes. We manage and secure Microsoft 365, handle cloud migrations, and administer cloud infrastructure so your team can work securely from anywhere.
What should we do during a cyberattack or IT emergency?
If you are facing a live cyberattack, ransomware or a data breach, contact our incident response team immediately at support@f1itsolutions.co.za or call +27 21 975 3345. We help you contain the incident and recover quickly.
Let's make your IT an advantage.
Book a free, no-obligation assessment. We'll review your systems and security, and show you exactly where F1 can help.