Acquisition of Defy Security by Booz Allen Hamilton is now complete. It represents a strategic step towards increasing their capabilities in commercial cybersecurity services on a global basis and driving more product-centric growth across key enterprise segments. The acquisition of Defy Security will bring together its vast customer base, sales know-how, and vendor relationships with Booz Allen’s extensive industry know-how and robust cyber tradecraft skills in both government and commercial spaces. The partnership will help create comprehensive, technology-based cybersecurity solutions for enterprises across various sectors, including finance, healthcare, manufacturing, energy, and retail. Moreover, it will help solidify Booz Allen’s global presence by expanding into new territories, particularly in the United Kingdom and European Union. Together, the partnership will help scale their advanced cyber services, such as those powered by artificial intelligence, including Booz Allen’s Vellox Reverser™.
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The partnership will also help increase resilience, compliance, and performance when providing top-notch cybersecurity solutions amid an evolving threat landscape. Defy Security has experienced remarkable growth over the past few years and become one of the best cybersecurity services providers. Commenting on the development, Andrew Turner, executive vice president and head of Booz Allen’s global commercial business, said, “This acquisition helps us deliver resilient cybersecurity services and technologies for leading enterprises like never before. Together Booz Allen and Defy Security will unlock new market opportunities, accelerate innovation, and help our customers protect their most critical assets in an increasingly fast-paced threat environment.” Echoing this sentiment, Justin Domachowski, founder and CEO of Defy Security, stated, “We founded Defy Security to reimagine the way commercial enterprises buy and scale cyber technology. Combining Booz Allen’s deep technical qualifications and global reach with our leading cyber solutions and talent opens incredible opportunities to support global customers in new ways. We could not be more excited about the road ahead.” Overall, the completed acquisition underscores Booz Allen’s commitment to scaling its cybersecurity business, driving innovation, and delivering integrated, next-generation solutions to enterprises navigating a rapidly evolving digital risk environment.
