Infosys to Acquire Leading Cybersecurity Services Provider The Missing Link
Infosys (NYSE: INFY) has announced a definitive agreement to acquire The Missing Link, an Australian cybersecurity services specialist firm. The strategic acquisition aims to enhance Infosys' cybersecurity capabilities and strengthen its presence in the Australian market.
The Missing Link brings highly skilled cybersecurity professionals and a state-of-the-art Global Security Operations Centre (GSOC) to Infosys' network of cyber defense centers. Their services include Red Team, Blue Team operations, strategic advice, offensive and defensive security services, risk assessments, compliance, and managed services.
The acquisition is expected to close during Q1 FY2026 (ending June 30, 2025). Together, the companies will offer comprehensive full-stack cybersecurity services to protect clients' business, data, systems, and networks.
Infosys (NYSE: INFY) ha annunciato un accordo definitivo per acquisire The Missing Link, una società australiana specializzata in servizi di cybersecurity. Questa acquisizione strategica mira a potenziare le capacità di cybersecurity di Infosys e a rafforzare la sua presenza nel mercato australiano.
The Missing Link porta a Infosys professionisti altamente qualificati nel campo della cybersecurity e un Centro Operativo di Sicurezza Globale (GSOC) all'avanguardia, integrandosi nella rete di centri di difesa informatica di Infosys. I loro servizi comprendono operazioni Red Team e Blue Team, consulenza strategica, servizi di sicurezza offensiva e difensiva, valutazioni del rischio, conformità e servizi gestiti.
L'acquisizione è prevista per concludersi nel primo trimestre dell'anno fiscale 2026 (che termina il 30 giugno 2025). Insieme, le aziende offriranno servizi di cybersecurity completi e integrati per proteggere le attività, i dati, i sistemi e le reti dei clienti.
Infosys (NYSE: INFY) ha anunciado un acuerdo definitivo para adquirir The Missing Link, una empresa australiana especializada en servicios de ciberseguridad. Esta adquisición estratégica tiene como objetivo mejorar las capacidades de ciberseguridad de Infosys y fortalecer su presencia en el mercado australiano.
The Missing Link aporta a Infosys profesionales altamente capacitados en ciberseguridad y un Centro de Operaciones de Seguridad Global (GSOC) de última generación, integrándose en la red de centros de defensa cibernética de Infosys. Sus servicios incluyen operaciones de Red Team y Blue Team, asesoramiento estratégico, servicios de seguridad ofensiva y defensiva, evaluaciones de riesgo, cumplimiento y servicios gestionados.
Se espera que la adquisición se cierre durante el primer trimestre del año fiscal 2026 (que finaliza el 30 de junio de 2025). Juntas, las empresas ofrecerán servicios completos de ciberseguridad para proteger los negocios, datos, sistemas y redes de sus clientes.
Infosys (NYSE: INFY)는 호주 사이버 보안 서비스 전문 기업인 The Missing Link를 인수하는 최종 계약을 발표했습니다. 이번 전략적 인수는 Infosys의 사이버 보안 역량을 강화하고 호주 시장에서의 입지를 확고히 하기 위한 것입니다.
The Missing Link는 고급 사이버 보안 전문가들과 최첨단 글로벌 보안 운영 센터(GSOC)를 Infosys의 사이버 방어 센터 네트워크에 제공합니다. 이들의 서비스에는 Red Team, Blue Team 운영, 전략적 조언, 공격 및 방어 보안 서비스, 위험 평가, 규정 준수 및 관리 서비스가 포함됩니다.
이번 인수는 2025년 6월 30일 종료되는 2026 회계연도 1분기 내에 완료될 예정입니다. 양사는 함께 고객의 비즈니스, 데이터, 시스템 및 네트워크를 보호하기 위한 종합적인 풀스택 사이버 보안 서비스를 제공할 것입니다.
Infosys (NYSE : INFY) a annoncé un accord définitif pour acquérir The Missing Link, une entreprise australienne spécialisée dans les services de cybersécurité. Cette acquisition stratégique vise à renforcer les capacités de cybersécurité d'Infosys et à consolider sa présence sur le marché australien.
The Missing Link apporte à Infosys des experts en cybersécurité hautement qualifiés ainsi qu'un Centre d'Opérations de Sécurité Global (GSOC) à la pointe de la technologie, intégrés au réseau de centres de défense cybernétique d'Infosys. Leurs services incluent les opérations Red Team et Blue Team, le conseil stratégique, les services de sécurité offensive et défensive, les évaluations des risques, la conformité et les services gérés.
La clôture de l'acquisition est prévue au cours du premier trimestre de l'exercice 2026 (se terminant le 30 juin 2025). Ensemble, les entreprises offriront des services complets de cybersécurité pour protéger les activités, les données, les systèmes et les réseaux de leurs clients.
Infosys (NYSE: INFY) hat eine endgültige Vereinbarung zur Übernahme von The Missing Link, einem australischen Spezialisten für Cybersicherheitsdienste, bekannt gegeben. Die strategische Übernahme soll die Cybersicherheitsfähigkeiten von Infosys verbessern und die Präsenz im australischen Markt stärken.
The Missing Link bringt hochqualifizierte Cybersicherheitsexperten und ein hochmodernes Global Security Operations Centre (GSOC) in das Netzwerk der Cyberabwehrzentren von Infosys ein. Zu den Dienstleistungen gehören Red Team- und Blue Team-Operationen, strategische Beratung, offensive und defensive Sicherheitsdienste, Risikobewertungen, Compliance und Managed Services.
Der Abschluss der Übernahme wird im ersten Quartal des Geschäftsjahres 2026 (endend am 30. Juni 2025) erwartet. Gemeinsam werden die Unternehmen umfassende Full-Stack-Cybersicherheitsdienste anbieten, um die Geschäfte, Daten, Systeme und Netzwerke der Kunden zu schützen.
- Strategic expansion into Australian cybersecurity market
- Addition of specialized security teams and Global Security Operations Centre
- Enhancement of full-stack cybersecurity service capabilities
- Integration with existing Infosys Cobalt cloud offerings
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Infosys strengthens cybersecurity capabilities through strategic Australian acquisition, expanding service offerings and regional presence in high-growth sector.
Infosys' acquisition of The Missing Link represents a strategic expansion in the high-growth cybersecurity services market. This move directly addresses two critical business imperatives: capability enhancement in specialized cybersecurity services and geographical expansion across Australia and Asia.
The cybersecurity services market is experiencing accelerated growth amid increasing digital threats, with enterprises prioritizing security alongside their digital transformation initiatives. By acquiring an established player with a 27-year track record, Infosys gains immediate access to specialized cybersecurity talent—a significant advantage given the global shortage of qualified security professionals.
This acquisition complements Infosys' Cobalt cloud offering, creating potential cross-selling opportunities across their combined client base. The expanded security capabilities should strengthen Infosys' value proposition, especially for clients seeking end-to-end digital and security services from a single provider.
While the financial terms remain undisclosed—limiting assessment of immediate financial impact—the strategic fit is clear. The extended closing timeline (Q1 FY2026 ending June 30, 2025) suggests a carefully structured integration plan, allowing for retention of key talent and preservation of The Missing Link's specialized expertise.
For investors, this represents Infosys' continued commitment to enhancing its digital capabilities portfolio through targeted acquisitions, a strategy that has contributed to the company's competitive positioning in higher-margin services beyond traditional IT outsourcing.
Infosys gains comprehensive offensive and defensive security capabilities through strategic acquisition, addressing critical enterprise security needs.
This acquisition significantly enhances Infosys' cybersecurity posture by adding crucial Red Team (offensive security testing) and Blue Team (defensive monitoring) capabilities—two fundamental components of modern enterprise security programs. The Missing Link's established Global Security Operations Centre (GSOC) provides Infosys with immediate threat monitoring infrastructure and expertise.
What makes this acquisition particularly valuable is the comprehensiveness of The Missing Link's offerings. They deliver the full security spectrum: strategic advisory services, tactical support, risk assessment, compliance verification, and managed security services. This holistic approach aligns with how enterprises now view cybersecurity—not as isolated technical controls but as an integrated business function.
The timing is strategic amid the evolving threat landscape. Organizations increasingly require partners who can secure their entire digital footprint across cloud, hybrid, and on-premises environments. The integration with Infosys Cobalt (their cloud platform) creates a security-by-design approach that addresses the significant cloud security challenges many organizations face during digital transformation.
For clients, this means access to expanded security testing capabilities, threat detection services, and security advisory expertise through a single provider. The acquisition addresses the critical shortage of qualified cybersecurity talent by bringing specialized professionals into Infosys' delivery model.
The Australian location also provides Infosys with security delivery capabilities in a key geographic region, supporting follow-the-sun security operations and enabling better service to multinational clients requiring global security coverage.
Acquisition strengthens Infosys' cybersecurity and cloud capabilities across
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Satish HC, EVP, Chief Delivery Officer, Infosys, said, "Technology led transformation and securing the enterprise are amongst the highest priorities for global corporations.Together with The Missing Link, and our cloud offering Infosys Cobalt, we aim to usher in the new wave of differentiated value to customers, with specialized end-to-end cybersecurity offerings and solutions. We are excited to welcome The Missing Link and their leadership team to Infosys."
Alex Gambotto, Founder & CEO, The Missing Link said, "As we take this exciting next step in our journey, I am proud of all we have accomplished together over the last 27 years. Our team has worked tirelessly to build a company that delivers excellence, innovation, and value to our clients and partners with our core ethos of under promise and overdeliver. I am thrilled that The Missing Link will be joining Infosys. This acquisition marks a significant milestone for us, allowing The Missing Link to leverage the immense expertise, platforms, and global reach of Infosys to better serve our customers and expand our capabilities. While our ownership may change, our commitment to delivering top-tier solutions remains unwavering. We are confident that together, we can create even greater value for all our clients, partners, and team."
Investment Bank TH Global Capital advised The Missing Link on the transaction.
The acquisition is expected to close during the first quarter of fiscal year 2026 (i.e. quarter ending June 30, 2025), subject to customary closing conditions.
About The Missing Link
Established in 1997, The Missing Link was born from a vision to help businesses achieve their goals with the right IT solutions and services. Headquartered in
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