EnterpriseWorks startup graduate Network Perception was acquired by Dragos Inc., the global leader in cybersecurity for operational technology (OT) environments, the companies announced on October 1, 2024.
“The acquisition of Network Perception represents a significant milestone toward our shared mission to secure the world’s industrial and critical infrastructure,” said Robert M. Lee, CEO and Co-Founder of Dragos. “Network Perception’s compliance capabilities expand Dragos’s already strong foundation for helping organizations meet regulations.”
Network Perception was founded in 2014 by Robin Berthier, then a postdoc at the University of Illinois. The cybersecurity software company delivers a pioneering solution that enables cybersecurity managers to gain a comprehensive view of their network security and determine if its configuration aligns with regulatory standards. Network Perception is the maker of NP-View, an award-winning network visualization platform for OT networks.
“Joining forces with Dragos allows us to combine our strengths and deliver even greater value to the OT community,” said Berthier, Network Perception’s CEO. “We are excited to combine our teams, which include some of the brightest minds in industrial cybersecurity, to accelerate innovation and help customers defend against threats and meet regulatory requirements today and tomorrow.”
While both companies have a strong presence in the North American Electric sector, the acquisition allows Dragos to bring Network Perception’s capabilities to Dragos customers in oil & gas, manufacturing, and other industries globally, the company said in the news release.
Learn more about this milestone on the Dragos website.
