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PwC India Forms Alliance with Claroty to Strengthen Cyber-Physical Security Across OT Environments
On September 9, 2026, Mumbai became the launchpad for a new cybersecurity partnership that could reshape how India safeguards its most critical infrastructure.
PwC India and Claroty, a New York‑based cyber‑physical systems (CPS) protection firm, announced a strategic alliance aimed at meeting the escalating cybersecurity demands of connected operational technology (OT) environments—including manufacturing, energy, utilities and healthcare. The partnership brings together Claroty’s AI‑powered CPS protection platform and PwC India’s deep expertise in cybersecurity, risk management, business transformation and OT security.
According to the press release, the collaboration will deliver a more integrated approach to managing cyber risk across IT, OT and extended connected environments. Its goal is to enhance resilience, broaden visibility across connected assets, and empower organizations to respond to a rapidly evolving threat landscape.
"The partnership reflects a shared commitment to helping businesses navigate security challenges while enabling innovation and operational continuity," said Sundareshwar Krishnamurthy, Partner and India Cyber Leader at PwC India. He added that the alliance would help organizations gain greater visibility across critical assets, strengthen resilience and pursue growth with confidence. Claroty’s John Ryan, Vice President of Worldwide Partner Ecosystem, highlighted the combination of Claroty’s AI‑powered platform and PwC India’s expertise as a holistic approach to reduce risk and achieve operational resilience for CPS and OT environments.
Claroty’s platform offers five core capabilities—asset inventory, exposure management, network protection, secure access and threat detection—through an agentless solution that integrates with existing IT security infrastructure. The platform is already deployed by hundreds of organizations at thousands of sites worldwide, according to Claroty’s company information.
The alliance arrives amid a growing convergence of IT and OT that has expanded the cyber‑threat landscape. Connected devices, industrial control systems (ICS) and Internet of Things (IoT) deployments are increasingly targeted by sophisticated attackers, and disruptions can compromise safety, cause financial loss and damage reputations. Industry reports indicate that attacks on OT systems in India are becoming more frequent as these systems become more connected.
"Clients now seek partners who understand both industrial operations and cyber risk," noted Amanjit Makesh, Partner – OT Cybersecurity at PwC India. He said the alliance would provide the visibility and control needed to secure modern and legacy OT environments, thereby strengthening resilience where it matters most.
Eddie Stefanescu, General Manager of APJ for Claroty, emphasized the importance of protecting mission‑critical infrastructure in India. He said the partnership would deliver purpose‑built solutions for manufacturing, healthcare and commercial organizations that the general population relies on.
While the alliance is primarily a service partnership, it reflects a broader trend of cybersecurity firms collaborating with consulting and professional‑services firms to deliver end‑to‑end solutions. The partnership is expected to help organizations in India adopt a unified security strategy that covers both IT and OT, a critical need as digital transformation accelerates.
The press release did not disclose any financial terms or specific joint‑service offerings beyond the general framework of the alliance. No regulatory approvals or licensing agreements were mentioned. The partnership is positioned to support organizations in meeting compliance requirements and industry standards for OT security.
In summary, PwC India and Claroty have announced a strategic alliance that combines Claroty’s AI‑driven CPS protection platform with PwC India’s cybersecurity and OT expertise to enhance resilience, visibility and threat response for critical infrastructure. The partnership is expected to help organizations across manufacturing, energy, utilities and healthcare strengthen their cyber‑physical security posture in an increasingly connected world.
PwC India and Claroty, a New York‑based cyber‑physical systems (CPS) protection firm, announced a strategic alliance aimed at meeting the escalating cybersecurity demands of connected operational technology (OT) environments—including manufacturing, energy, utilities and healthcare. The partnership brings together Claroty’s AI‑powered CPS protection platform and PwC India’s deep expertise in cybersecurity, risk management, business transformation and OT security.
According to the press release, the collaboration will deliver a more integrated approach to managing cyber risk across IT, OT and extended connected environments. Its goal is to enhance resilience, broaden visibility across connected assets, and empower organizations to respond to a rapidly evolving threat landscape.
"The partnership reflects a shared commitment to helping businesses navigate security challenges while enabling innovation and operational continuity," said Sundareshwar Krishnamurthy, Partner and India Cyber Leader at PwC India. He added that the alliance would help organizations gain greater visibility across critical assets, strengthen resilience and pursue growth with confidence. Claroty’s John Ryan, Vice President of Worldwide Partner Ecosystem, highlighted the combination of Claroty’s AI‑powered platform and PwC India’s expertise as a holistic approach to reduce risk and achieve operational resilience for CPS and OT environments.
Claroty’s platform offers five core capabilities—asset inventory, exposure management, network protection, secure access and threat detection—through an agentless solution that integrates with existing IT security infrastructure. The platform is already deployed by hundreds of organizations at thousands of sites worldwide, according to Claroty’s company information.
The alliance arrives amid a growing convergence of IT and OT that has expanded the cyber‑threat landscape. Connected devices, industrial control systems (ICS) and Internet of Things (IoT) deployments are increasingly targeted by sophisticated attackers, and disruptions can compromise safety, cause financial loss and damage reputations. Industry reports indicate that attacks on OT systems in India are becoming more frequent as these systems become more connected.
"Clients now seek partners who understand both industrial operations and cyber risk," noted Amanjit Makesh, Partner – OT Cybersecurity at PwC India. He said the alliance would provide the visibility and control needed to secure modern and legacy OT environments, thereby strengthening resilience where it matters most.
Eddie Stefanescu, General Manager of APJ for Claroty, emphasized the importance of protecting mission‑critical infrastructure in India. He said the partnership would deliver purpose‑built solutions for manufacturing, healthcare and commercial organizations that the general population relies on.
While the alliance is primarily a service partnership, it reflects a broader trend of cybersecurity firms collaborating with consulting and professional‑services firms to deliver end‑to‑end solutions. The partnership is expected to help organizations in India adopt a unified security strategy that covers both IT and OT, a critical need as digital transformation accelerates.
The press release did not disclose any financial terms or specific joint‑service offerings beyond the general framework of the alliance. No regulatory approvals or licensing agreements were mentioned. The partnership is positioned to support organizations in meeting compliance requirements and industry standards for OT security.
In summary, PwC India and Claroty have announced a strategic alliance that combines Claroty’s AI‑driven CPS protection platform with PwC India’s cybersecurity and OT expertise to enhance resilience, visibility and threat response for critical infrastructure. The partnership is expected to help organizations across manufacturing, energy, utilities and healthcare strengthen their cyber‑physical security posture in an increasingly connected world.
