NEW YORK and MELBOURNE; – Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has announced its agreement to acquire CyberCX, a leading privately-owned cybersecurity services provider across Australia, New Zealand, and international markets. This move represents Accenture’s largest cybersecurity acquisition to date, significantly strengthening its security capabilities in Asia Pacific.
Founded in Melbourne in 2019, CyberCX has grown into one of the largest cybersecurity firms in the region, employing approximately 1,400 professionals. Its services span consulting, transformation, and managed security, with expertise in:
- Offensive security and cyber-physical security
- Crisis management and threat intelligence
- Managed detection and response
- Cloud, identity, and network security
- Strategic advisory services
CyberCX also operates a network of advanced security operations centers (SOCs) across Australia and New Zealand, with global offices in London and New York, combining local expertise with international reach.
The firm further strengthens its offerings with AI-powered platforms for cybersecurity detection, response, and training, including the CyberCX Academy, sovereign secure cloud, and proprietary security testing tools.
Strategic Importance of the Acquisition
Accenture’s State of Cybersecurity Resilience 2025 Report highlighted that 97% of Australian organizations are not adequately prepared for an AI-driven future. With CyberCX’s capabilities, Accenture aims to accelerate clients’ cyber resilience and transform cybersecurity into a strategic advantage.
“CyberCX and Accenture share a mission to harness the power of cyber to help our clients securely navigate change, accelerate business reinvention, and build resilience against evolving threats,” said Paolo Dal Cin, Global Lead, Accenture Cybersecurity.
CyberCX’s deep partnerships with major industry players like Microsoft, Palo Alto Networks, and CrowdStrike, alongside 2,600+ certifications, position it as a trusted provider in the region.
“CyberCX’s breadth of capabilities and trusted relationships with governments and critical infrastructure organizations will help us meet the rising demand for cybersecurity in Asia Pacific,” added Peter Burns, who leads Accenture’s business in Australia and New Zealand.
“Joining Accenture enables our people to combine global capabilities with our regional expertise, allowing us to scale and deliver world-class cybersecurity services,” said John Paitaridis, CEO of CyberCX.
A Stronger Global Cybersecurity Network
The acquisition marks the latest in a series of strategic moves by Accenture to strengthen its security business. Since 2015, the company has completed 20 security acquisitions, including Morphus, MNEMO Mexico, and Innotec Security.
With CyberCX onboard, Accenture will not only deepen its presence in Asia Pacific but also expand its role as a global leader in end-to-end cybersecurity services—from strategy and protection to resilience and innovation.
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