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Strategic collaboration aims to deliver Managed Extended Detection & Response and 24/7 Managed Security Operations Centre capabilities to enhance resilience and enable advanced threat management
LONDON, Oct. 7, 2025 – Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is partnering with SmartestEnergy, a UK-based energy company focused on helping businesses navigate the complex energy transition, to enhance its cybersecurity defenses. The collaboration will focus on building a robust security posture and ensuring continuous protection for SmartestEnergy’s vital IT infrastructure, according to a company statement released today.
As SmartestEnergy expands its operations internationally and plays a crucial role in supporting businesses moving towards net-zero emissions, the company is prioritizing cybersecurity investments. This is driven by the need to protect customer data, meet the growing tide of regulatory compliance, and proactively defend against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. The energy sector, particularly those engaged in renewable energy solutions, are increasingly targeted by malicious actors seeking to disrupt operations or steal valuable intellectual property concerning grid management and energy trading algorithms. The partnership between Cognizant and SmartestEnergy reflects a strategic move to mitigate these risks.
Cognizant will deliver a complete Managed Extended Detection & Response (MXDR) service, encompassing technology, skilled personnel, and defined processes. By providing continuous monitoring and proactively preventing threats, Cognizant aims to minimize disruptions, safeguard sensitive data, and strengthen trust with SmartestEnergy’s clients and partners. This holistic approach is critical; cybersecurity frameworks are no longer sufficient, requiring active threat hunting and real-time incident response.
The core of the engagement involves deploying a 24/7 Security Operations Centre (SOC) as-a-service. This solution will provide proactive threat hunting, real-time incident detection, and rapid response management capabilities, allowing SmartestEnergy to bolster its existing security measures and enhance its overall resilience against potential attacks. The SOC will leverage AI-powered analytics to identify anomalies and potentially malicious activities, providing a preemptive defense against emerging cyber threats. This is especially critical as energy companies transition to more complex IoT-based infrastructure for grid management which significantly expands the overall attack surface.
Beyond the immediate implementation of MXDR and SOC services, Cognizant will collaborate with SmartestEnergy to create a strategic roadmap. This roadmap will outline how to further strengthen security across critical areas, integrate cutting-edge AI-enhanced security technologies, and support SmartestEnergy in meeting its evolving regulatory compliance requirements. Meeting regulatory standards is non-negotiable for businesses operating in the energy markets.
“As SmartestEnergy continues to grow and expand globally, we need a cybersecurity partner who understands our operational intricacies well and helps us stay ahead of evolving threats,” said Ryan Bateman, Head of Information Security at SmartestEnergy. “With Cognizant’s support, we look to deliver high levels of assurance to our ecosystem and ensure business continuity, so our customers and partners can focus their time and effort on meeting their net zero objectives.”
“Cognizant is proud to build on our relationship with SmartestEnergy as part of this collaboration, aimed at providing them with the threat intelligence needed to help protect their IT environment,” said Rohit Gupta, UK&I Managing Director at Cognizant. “Our significant investments in our cybersecurity capabilities and ecosystem of experts means we’re well-positioned to help safeguard SmartestEnergy’s growth.”
About SmartestEnergy
SmartestEnergy is an energy company focused on enabling customers, generators, and partners to achieve net-zero emissions. The company provides flexible retail and trading solutions designed to facilitate the transition from fossil fuels to clean energy.
About Cognizant
Cognizant (Nasdaq-100: CTSH) focuses on engineering modern businesses by helping clients modernize technology, reimagine processes, and transform experiences.
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