TekSecure Labs(SM) Signs CICAT Networks as New Alliance Partner.

WOODBRIDGE, Va. -- TekSecure Labs, a leading provider of network IT managed security services, and CICAT Networks, an independent single-source provider of telecommunications and network services to enterprises, today announced a strategic alliance agreement designed to address emerging security issues and opportunities in the rapidly expanding retail point-of-sale (POS) market. CICAT Networks will offer TekSecure Labs' Tek+Store(SM) product suite to their new and existing customers.

The nature of security technology in the retail POS environment is dynamic and constant and business leaders are looking for experts who can deliver advanced security solutions that meet their unique requirements.

TekSecure Labs Tek+Store provides POS managed security and monthly broadband services, plus unlimited management changes. Tek+Store also provides retailers with compliance to the Processing Card Industry's (PCI) new security standards as defined by VISA(R) and MasterCard(R) Secure Data Processing (SDP). POS retailers face fines and network processing disconnection for failure to comply with these security standards. Quarterly PCI compliancy testing using TekSecure Labs Master Card Certified Tek+Detect(SM) product is provided as well as a single focal point for POS retail billing security.

"TekSecure Labs' Tek+Store product suite provides our POS customers with a powerful, yet cost effective technology security solution," said Brad Wise, president and CEO, CICAT Networks. "The addition of this product will free our customers from the complexities of designing, operating, and securing wide-area enterprise data networks, enabling them to focus on their core business."

"The alliance with CICAT Networks will open the door to new opportunities and drive revenue for both companies," said Pete Hammes, managing director, TekSecure Labs. "This new partnership will enable CICAT Networks to deliver superior, secure invoice consolidation and telecommunications solutions to their customers."

"Tekmark Global Solutions has helped thousands of our customers and business partners succeed and grow, said Guy Del Grande, president of Tekmark Global Solutions, "By partnering with TekSecure Labs, CICAT Networks is expanding their existing solutions portfolio, and generating ongoing revenue with minimal expense. The alliance can also help CICAT Networks differentiate themselves from their competition by fostering strong client relationships based on solid product and service deliverables."

About TekSecure Labs

TekSecure Labs, a division of Tekmark Global Solutions LLC, is a leading authority on operational security for the Internet and network environments supporting e-commerce and e-business. TekSecure Labs provides the tools and expertise to partner with businesses in the areas of data processing continuity, intelligent risk management, and security compliance. For more information about TekSecure Labs' total offerings for security solutions, including security testing and managed security service solutions, visit www.teksecurelabs.com, email us at [e-mail], or call 703-730-2100.

About CICAT Networks

CICAT is the trusted, independent single-source provider of telecommunications and network services to enterprises. CICAT enables its customers to work with one partner, while paving the way for new broadband-enabled business applications, including Customer Relationship Management and other revenue-generating, productivity-enhancing applications. Corporate headquarters is located at 3975 Fair Ridge Drive, Suite 350 South, Fairfax, VA, 22030. Telephone: [phone]. www.cicat.com.