Forcepoint G2CI and Microsoft Partner to Enhance Cloud Solutions for National Security

AUSTIN, Texas — Global security leader Forcepoint’s Global Governments and Critical Infrastructure (G2CI) business and Microsoft today announced a strategic partnership agreement whereby Microsoft will integrate Forcepoint G2CI’s industry-leading cross domain technology into Azure’s cloud service offerings.

author image
Tom 'TJ' Jackson

News Reporter

Posted on Dec 12th, 2023

Forcepoint G2CI, a global leader in defense-grade cybersecurity, has announced a strategic partnership with Microsoft to integrate its cross domain technology into Azure’s cloud service offerings. This collaboration aims to enhance cloud solutions for national security and provide real-time experiences for government users and coalition partners worldwide.

With the increasing threats posed by nation-state and non-nation-state driven attacks, Forcepoint G2CI’s portfolio of accredited cross domain solutions ensures the highest security requirements for data access and transfer. By leveraging Microsoft Azure’s powerful capabilities combined with Forcepoint G2CI’s cybersecurity solutions, the partnership will enable improved security and decision-making capabilities for federal employees.

Sean Berg, CEO of Forcepoint G2CI, stated, ‘Forcepoint G2CI is committed to supporting the missions of our customers in a world of increasing cyber threats. By partnering with Microsoft, our joint innovation and industry expertise will enable expanded capabilities from cloud to tactical edge.’

Zach Kramer, Vice President of Mission Engineering at Microsoft, added, ‘This partnership will enable us to continue evolving our cloud solutions and delivering secure collaboration capabilities critical to our government customers. By integrating Forcepoint G2CI’s defense-grade cybersecurity solutions into Microsoft Azure, we can provide enhanced security and a real-time experience for our government users and coalition partners worldwide.’

As part of this partnership, Forcepoint G2CI and Microsoft will collaborate on developing innovative new cloud products that prioritize on-demand services and built-in cybersecurity features. This will ensure that federal employees, from warfighters to the intelligence community, have access to the information they need at the scale and velocity required for their missions.

Forcepoint is a global company that simplifies security for businesses and governments. Their cloud-native platform enables the adoption of Zero Trust and helps prevent data theft or loss regardless of location. With this partnership, Forcepoint and Microsoft aim to create safe and trusted environments for customers and employees worldwide.

In summary, the strategic partnership between Forcepoint G2CI and Microsoft marks a significant step towards advancing cloud solutions for national security. By combining their expertise and resources, they aim to provide enhanced security, improved decision-making capabilities, and real-time experiences for government users and coalition partners worldwide.

The information provided in this article is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as advice, recommendation, or endorsement of any particular course of action or viewpoint. Readers should consult with a professional or specialist in the relevant field before making any decisions based on the content of this article. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information presented, Rio Rundown and its authors, editors, and publishers accept no responsibility or liability for any errors, omissions, or consequences arising from the use of the information contained herein.

Share on

Tags

Subscribe to see what we're thinking

Subscribe to get access to premium content or contact us if you have any questions.

Subscribe Now