Sydney FC and Acronis, a global leader in cybersecurity and data protection, are excited to announce a new partnership which is a first football partnership for Acronis in Australia.
In collaboration with Hyperix, a reliable, secure, and cost-effective managed services provider (MSP), this three-year deal represents Acronis’ second #TeamUp sports partnership in Australia and its first football partnership in the region.
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“We’re proud to partner with Acronis and Hyperix,” said Mark Aubrey, Chief Executive Officer of Sydney FC .
“Having their expertise and advanced technology on board gives us great confidence. This alliance ensures our data and operations are well-protected, allowing us to focus on what we do best – playing great football and winning games.”
As the exclusive Cyber Protection Partner for Sydney FC, Hyperix will enhance the club’s cybersecurity posture using Acronis technology.
This includes utilizing Acronis advanced security packs like Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) to ensure strong protection against cyber threats.
Sydney FC will be equipped with cutting-edge security solutions, ensuring the safety and resilience of their data and operations.
Founded in 2019, Hyperix is a managed services provider (MSP) based in Queensland, Victoria and New South Wales, and will oversee all security services for the club.
“It’s thrilling to kick off this new partnership with Sydney FC and our esteemed MSP partner, Hyperix,” said Kelly Johnson, General Manager ANZ at Acronis.
“This partnership is a winning play, fortifying the club’s digital defence with our advanced cybersecurity solutions. By joining forces, we’re not only reinforcing our dedication to protecting organizations but also underlining our support for the sports community in our region and across the globe.”
The partnership marks Acronis’ 15th #TeamUp with professional football clubs worldwide.
The partnership also includes significant branding opportunities for Acronis and Hyperix such as co-naming rights on key Sydney FC assets, the Sydney FC Business Club, and the ‘Sky Blue Lounge’ match day corporate hospitality at Allianz Stadium.
Additionally, the partnership extends to special networking events as well as recognition on the A-League Men’s and Women’s coach’s polo collar. This strategy ensures high visibility and reinforces a strong alliance between Sydney FC, Acronis, and Hyperix.
“We’re beyond excited to team up with Acronis and Sydney FC,” said Bill Bilalis, Managing Director at Hyperix .
“This partnership isn’t just about using the best-in-class technology to uplevel an organization’s security defences—it’s about teamwork.
“Through this collaboration, we’re making sure Sydney FC’s digital game stays on point. It’s all about reliability and security, both on and off the field.
“Together, we’re not just defending data; we’re teaming up for the better good of securing the team’s digital infrastructure.”
Service providers are invited to join the Acronis #TeamUp Program to deliver Acronis Cyber Protection solutions to world-class and global professional sports teams.
To learn more about Acronis’ #TeamUp Program, please visit https://acronis.com/en-us/lp/msp-sports.
