IBM has received a significant contract from the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) to enhance cybersecurity response efforts in Europe and Eurasia under its Cybersecurity Protection and Response (CPR) program. This five-year agreement, initially funded at $26 million, highlights IBM’s role in expanding USAID’s support for cybersecurity across the region.
The CPR program aims to strengthen the capabilities of host governments and critical infrastructure operators in identifying, protecting against, detecting, responding to, and recovering from cyber threats. IBM will provide comprehensive cybersecurity-related services, including program management, incident response, and capacity building.
IBM and USAID Take Responsibility for the Cybersecurity Protection and Response (CPR) Program
Ambassador Erin E. McKee, Assistant Administrator for USAID’s Europe and Eurasia Bureau, highlighted the strategic importance of this initiative: “USAID is committed to leveraging digital technology for inclusive growth and resilient societies. Partnering with IBM, a leader in cybersecurity, brings us closer to achieving our goals of enhancing development outcomes through secure digital ecosystems.
IBM, renowned for its global cybersecurity expertise, manages one of the world’s largest security operations, monitoring billions of security events daily across more than 130 countries. Alice Fakir, Partner and Lead of Cybersecurity Services at IBM Consulting emphasized the global significance of cybersecurity in development efforts: “
Integrating cyber threat mitigation into IT modernization is critical for USAID’s partner countries. IBM is proud to support this global development challenge by embedding cybersecurity into civilian IT infrastructures.”
The IBM and USAID Collaboration Fosters Cybersecurity Capabilities
As a leader in hybrid cloud, AI, and consulting services, IBM enables clients worldwide to leverage data insights, streamline operations, and achieve competitive advantages across various sectors. Government and corporate entities in critical infrastructure sectors, including finance, telecommunications, and healthcare, rely on IBM’s hybrid cloud platform and Red Hat OpenShift for secure and efficient digital transformations.
The collaboration between IBM and USAID reflects a commitment to advancing cybersecurity capabilities globally while promoting trust, transparency, and inclusivity in digital innovations. This partnership highlights IBM’s dedication to supporting resilient and secure digital infrastructures essential for sustainable development and economic growth.
IBM is a global leader in hybrid cloud, AI, and consulting services, helping clients in over 175 countries capitalize on data insights, streamline operations, and innovate securely. With a focus on trust, transparency, and responsibility, IBM delivers breakthrough solutions in AI, quantum computing, and industry-specific cloud platforms to drive open and flexible options for clients worldwide.