Cognizant and CrowdStrike Join Forces to Enhance AI Security for Businesses

Cognizant and CrowdStrike: Strengthening AI Security

In a significant move to enhance security for enterprise artificial intelligence (AI), Cognizant has announced an expanded strategic partnership with CrowdStrike, a leader in cybersecurity. This expanded collaboration aims to ensure robust protection across the AI lifecycle, encompassing everything from AI agents and models to the foundational infrastructure that supports them.

Background of the Alliance

This deepening of ties builds upon a previous partnership formed in 2025. Cognizant is set to integrate CrowdStrike's Falcon® platform into its AI Factory and Managed Cybersecurity Services, underpinned by Cognizant’s Neuro® Cybersecurity platform. This strategic expansion comes at a critical juncture as businesses increasingly deploy autonomous AI agents within their operations.

The Growing Need for Enhanced Security

Organizations around the globe are swiftly transitioning from consideration to actual deployment of AI technologies across various platforms and environments, such as public, private clouds, and edge computing. This widespread usage, however, exposes companies to new vulnerabilities, as traditional security tools may not adequately cover the complexities involved. As adversaries exploit these vulnerabilities using advanced tactics, including AI-powered attacks and manipulation of models, ensuring security in the AI space has become paramount.

Surya Gummadi, President of Cognizant Americas, emphasized that “an unsecured AI agent poses a risk rather than a benefit.” The partnership aims not only to enhance security but to also align with the assurance expectations of customers, regulators, and boards.

Core Areas of Focus for the Alliance

The Cognizant-CrowdStrike alliance is built around three primary capabilities designed to fortify enterprise AI:

1. AI-Native Managed Security Operations: Cognizant is set to incorporate CrowdStrike's Falcon® platform, which includes cutting-edge features like Charlotte AI™ and Next-Gen Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), into its cybersecurity services. By automating responses to threats, the integration provides organizations with continuous support in managing their cybersecurity operations.

2. Security and Governance in the AI Factory: CrowdStrike's capabilities are embedded within the Cognizant AI Factory to maintain governance over AI processes. Tools such as Falcon® AI Detection and Response (AIDR) will be crucial in safeguarding the interaction of agents and their prompts while granting visibility into AI models and related resources. Clients will receive tailored solutions that comply with their governance and compliance requirements.

3. Private AI Security for Regulated Industries: For sectors like healthcare, finance, and government that demand stringent security measures, Cognizant's AI Factory will offer sovereign AI deployment within a client-controlled environment. Here, the CrowdStrike Falcon® platform will act as a protective layer, ensuring unified security across all computational resources and data pipelines.

Recognition of Partnership Success

This collaboration comes in the wake of Cognizant being recognized as CrowdStrike's 2026 Americas Velocity Partner of the Year. This accolade underscores the efficacy and speed at which both organizations have combined their strengths to deliver comprehensive cybersecurity solutions to the market.

Daniel Bernard, Chief Business Officer at CrowdStrike, stated, “The challenge isn't building AI agents; it’s about securing them.” He added that the partnership aims to assist organizations in transitioning AI from experimental phases to full enterprise adoption securely.

Conclusion

Cognizant and CrowdStrike are paving the way for a more secure future in enterprise AI deployment. By ensuring that each AI agent, model, and interaction is fundamentally secured, they are enabling businesses to innovate responsibly and confidently navigate the complexities of the AI era. As organizations continue to leverage AI technologies, collaboration between cybersecurity providers and technology innovators will be essential in fostering a secure environment for enterprise operations.

For more details about Cognizant’s services and this partnership, visit Cognizant's AI.