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HCLTech and Zscaler, a global technology leader and a cloud security pioneer, respectively, have announced a significant expansion of their strategic partnership. This collaboration is set to deliver cutting-edge, AI-powered network transformation and enhanced zero-trust security services to enterprises across the globe, directly addressing the growing complexity of modern cybersecurity landscapes. The expanded scope focuses on integrating their core platforms to create a cloud-first, scalable security solution that aims to boost enterprise resilience and deliver measurable business outcomes.
The partnership focuses on AI-powered network transformation and advanced zero-trust security services.
Zscaler's Zero Trust Exchange™ platform is integrated with HCLTech's Cybersecurity Fusion Center (CSFC).
Integration leverages HCLTech’s AI Force and AI Foundry for SecOps and Responsible AI guardrails.
HCLTech’s Universal Managed Detection and Response (UMDR) services now integrate with Zscaler components (ZIA™, ZPA™).
The joint offering includes SASE and zero-trust maturity assessments and ROI-driven secure network transformation.
The alliance directly addresses the top strategic priority of global security leaders: implementing zero trust and SASE architectures.
The core of the expanded partnership is the deep technical integration between Zscaler's Zero Trust Exchange™ and HCLTech's Cybersecurity Fusion Center (CSFC) platform. This union is designed to strengthen threat visibility and coordinated response by ensuring security is unified and cloud-delivered.
A key differentiator is the incorporation of HCLTech's advanced artificial intelligence capabilities. These include SecOps (Security Operations) automation and Responsible AI guardrails from HCLTech AI Force and AI Foundry. By embedding AI into the security framework, the companies aim to provide more robust, context-rich threat detection, advanced analytics, and significantly faster response times, moving security beyond traditional perimeter-based models.
The partnership extends to managed services, specifically through the integration of HCLTech’s Universal Managed Detection and Response (UMDR) with core Zscaler products like Zscaler Internet Access™ (ZIA™) and Zscaler Private Access™ (ZPA™). This integration uses AI and automation to deliver services that are both comprehensive and highly responsive, thereby bolstering enterprise resilience.
Beyond threat detection, the joint portfolio provides enterprises with strategic and operational services. These include ROI-driven secure network transformation, a full suite of end-to-end managed security services, and crucial Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) and zero-trust maturity assessments. These services are critical for organizations looking to simplify their IT infrastructure while maintaining a strong security posture.
The collaboration between HCLTech and Zscaler is a direct strategic answer to urgent market needs. Data from the HCLTech Global Cyber Resilience Study shows that implementing zero trust and SASE architectures are top strategic priorities for global security leaders in the near term. The expanded partnership gives enterprises the tools to effectively transition from outdated legacy architectures to a secure, intelligent, and agile security framework that can scale with their digital transformation.
According to Amit Jain, EVP and Global Head of Cybersecurity at HCLTech, the partnership creates a foundation for digital trust. "Today's enterprises need a robust foundation for digital trust and resilience," said Amit Jain, EVP and Global Head of Cybersecurity at HCLTech. "Our partnership with Zscaler, now enhanced with joint AI-driven capabilities, enables global businesses to modernize securely and confidently. With over two decades of comprehensive cybersecurity expertise, HCLTech is uniquely positioned to deliver value through AI-enhanced operations and outcome-focused network security transformation services."
Echoing this sentiment, Mike Rich, CRO and President Global Sales, Zscaler, emphasized the simplicity and acceleration the combined offerings provide for digital transformation. "Zscaler's zero-trust architecture and cloud-native approach are designed for the needs of today's digital-first enterprises," said Mike Rich, CRO and President Global Sales, Zscaler. "Together with HCLTech, we are enabling organizations to simplify and accelerate their secure digital transformation journeys—with cloud-delivered services that reduce complexity, enhance user experience and strengthen their overall cyber resilience."
The expanded HCLTech and Zscaler partnership is set to play a pivotal role in enabling organizations worldwide to adopt cloud-delivered, zero-trust security at scale, ensuring their digital transformation efforts are both successful and secure.
HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 226,600 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around AI, digital, engineering, cloud and software, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, High Tech, Semiconductor, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, Mobility and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending September 2025 totaled $14.2 billion.
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