Accenture acquires Symantec’s cyber security services business

Accenture on Tuesday announced to acquire Symantec’s ‘Cyber Security Services business from Broadcom for an undisclosed sum.
The move will make Accenture Security one of the leading providers of managed security services, enhancing its ability to help companies rapidly anticipate, detect and respond to cyber threats, the company said in a statement.
Symantec has six security operations centres globally including one in India.
“With the addition of Symantec’s Cyber Security Services business, Accenture Security will offer one of the most comprehensive managed services for global businesses to detect and manage cybersecurity threats aimed at their companies,” said Julie Sweet, Accenture’s Chief Executive Officer.
Its managed security services business is supported by a proprietary cloud-based platform that delivers a steady stream of technical and cyber adversary threat intelligence through a customizable portal.