Accenture has made one of its largest cybersecurity investments to date, acquiring a majority stake in industrial cybersecurity firm Dragos and taking full ownership of runZero and NetRise in a deal worth about $4.2 billion. The move highlights the company’s growing focus on protecting critical infrastructure from increasingly sophisticated cyber threats.
Each company brings a different strength. Dragos is known for securing operational technology environments such as power grids, factories and industrial facilities. RunZero specialises in asset discovery and vulnerability management, while NetRise focuses on software and device security. Together, they will create a comprehensive cybersecurity platform aimed at helping organisations identify, monitor and protect critical systems.
Accenture said the acquisitions will strengthen its $10 billion cybersecurity business and expand its operational technology security capabilities. Demand for industrial cybersecurity is rising as more physical systems become connected to digital networks and businesses adopt AI-powered technologies, creating new security challenges.
As part of the deal, Dragos will continue to operate independently under co-founder and CEO Robert Lee. The company will also integrate runZero and NetRise to build a broader platform focused on securing critical infrastructure globally. The transactions are expected to close later this year, pending regulatory approvals.
The investment comes as Accenture looks to expand beyond its traditional consulting business and accelerate growth in high-demand technology sectors. Industry experts see the Dragos deal as a strategic move to address the increasing need for stronger protection of industrial operations, where cyberattacks can disrupt production and impact essential services.
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