Tech Mahindra and Cisco launch AI-powered network security service
Tech Mahindra and Cisco launch an AI-driven security solution for enterprises using cloud, hybrid work and AI.
As businesses adopt cloud services and AI tools, managing cybersecurity has become more challenging. To address this, Tech Mahindra and Cisco have announced a new partnership to help enterprises strengthen their security while reducing complexity.
The companies have launched an AI-driven Security Service Edge (SSE) offering that combines Tech Mahindra's managed services with Cisco's Secure Access platform. The announcement was made in Pune on July 24, 2026.
Why enterprises need a new approach
Today's organisations operate across multiple offices, devices, cloud platforms and applications. Employees also work from different locations, making it harder for security teams to protect users and company data.
Many businesses still use separate security tools for different tasks.
This can create gaps in visibility, increase management effort and slow down responses to security threats.
The new solution aims to bring these security functions together through a single cloud-based platform.
What's included in the new service
The offering is built on Cisco Secure Access and includes several key security features. This includes a secure web gateway, cloud access security, zero trust network access, firewall-as-a-service, and data loss prevention.
It is designed to improve security across web, cloud, and network environments while protecting sensitive data. By combining these capabilities into one platform, the companies aim to simplify security management while giving enterprises better visibility across their digital environments.
Built for cloud, hybrid work and AI
The partnership is focused on helping organisations secure modern ways of working. Employees today often access company systems from different locations, while applications may run across public cloud, private cloud and on-premises infrastructure.
The new service is designed to provide consistent security policies across all these environments. Moreover, the firms highlighted the growing need to secure generative AI applications and AI agents. As more businesses adopt AI-powered tools, security teams need better ways to monitor access, protect data and manage emerging risks.
A growing focus on unified security
For Tech Mahindra, the partnership expands its cybersecurity portfolio and strengthens its managed cloud security services. For Cisco, it extends the reach of its Secure Access platform through Tech Mahindra's global delivery network.
The collaboration shows a wider shift in enterprise cybersecurity. As organisations continue investing in digital transformation, cloud computing and AI, they are looking for security solutions that are easier to manage while offering stronger protection across every part of their business.