Trustwave and Cybereason Join Forces to Create a Leading Global MDR Provider, Offering Unmatched Cybersecurity Value

November 12, 2024 2 Minute Read by Eric Harmon

I am thrilled to share some monumental news that marks a significant milestone in our journey of fortifying the cybersecurity landscape. Today, Trustwave is announcing a definitive merger agreement with Cybereason, a leader in Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), to offer a comprehensive and expanded suite of cybersecurity solutions.

We're welcoming SoftBank as the majority investor in the strategic consolidation, and today's news combines market-leading capabilities in Managed Detection and Response (MDR), EDR, offensive security, and Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR), and elite threat intelligence.

Strategic Alignment for Unparalleled Value

This merger is not just a business transaction; it is a confluence of expertise, innovation, and a shared commitment to protecting our clients against the ever-evolving threat landscape. By combining our strengths, Trustwave and Cybereason are poised to deliver an unrivaled suite of complementary cybersecurity solutions that cater to the diverse needs of our global clients.

Expanding Our Global Footprint

Trustwave's extensive market presence in the Americas, United Kingdom, Australia, the Middle East, and Public Sector, coupled with Cybereason's strength in Japan and Continental Europe, creates a formidable global powerhouse. This strategic alignment enhances our ability to provide comprehensive cybersecurity solutions across various industries and regions, ensuring that our clients receive the best-in-class protection and strategic guidance.

Enhancing MDR Capabilities

The merger will significantly enhance our MDR offering, allowing us to improve detection and response capabilities across all market segments by optimizing our clients' chosen security technologies. This new partnership will enable us to unlock additional value through complementary capabilities in offensive security and DFIR, all backed by a mutually reinforcing portfolio and elite threat intelligence.

Commitment to Innovation and Client Success

At the core of this merger is our unwavering commitment to innovation and client protection. We are dedicated to making strategic investments in platforms and technologies that address specific market needs. Our focus on purpose-built AI will enhance our ability to detect known and unknown threats with greater speed and accuracy, thereby supercharging our investigation and response actions, further safeguarding our clients.

Maximizing Microsoft E5 Investments

Building on Trustwave's leadership in integrating and optimizing Microsoft Security, we will continue to deliver rapid advancements in Microsoft services. Our clients will benefit from an expanding suite of MXDR offerings, achieving exceptional outcomes through a cohesive Microsoft Security and MDR solution.

Enhanced Digital Forensics & Incident Response

With the integrated DFIR resources, top industry specialists from Cybereason and Trustwave, and strong collaboration with cyber insurers and law firms, clients will have an exceptional partner and unmatched expertise in the event of an incident. Our combined resources will ensure clients can navigate the complexities of a cyber incident with confidence and comprehensive support.

Leveraging Elite Threat Intelligence

Our combined resources in threat intelligence from Trustwave SpiderLabs and Cybereason researchers will deliver cutting-edge research on global threat actors. This in-depth knowledge and situational awareness, embedded in our offerings, will empower us to better detect, isolate, and contain threats, providing unmatched protection for our clients. Our mutually reinforcing portfolio and combined threat intelligence will allow us to continuously capture and act on more threat intelligence.

Looking Ahead

I am incredibly proud of the progress we have made and the new horizons that this news opens for us. Trustwave and Cybereason are united by a mission-driven philosophy to safeguard organizations from the escalating threat landscape. Both companies are dedicated to empowering defenders with cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions and deliver ever-increasing value to the global CISO market.

As we embark on this exciting journey, I want to express my deepest gratitude to our clients, partners, and employees. Your trust and support have been instrumental in our success, and I am confident that this new chapter will bring even greater achievements.

About the Author

Eric Harmon is Chief Executive Officer at Trustwave with over 20 years of experience in technology services and enterprise sales. He has been a General Manager focused on driving transformational change to accelerate revenue growth and profitability. Follow Eric on LinkedIn.

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