KPMG in India Forges Zero Trust Offering with Zscaler to Enhance Cloud Security for Indian Businesses

This week, KPMG India announced the launch of their new strategic alliance with Zscaler. By combining KPMG in India’s business knowledge and Zscaler’s technological expertise, KPMG in India will offer a unified security solution designed to streamline and simplify cloud security operations for clients. This alliance will enable organizations to transition from outdated security models to a modern zero trust approach, essential for today's cloud centric environments. 

India’s cybersecurity landscape is evolving rapidly, with organizations facing the challenge of establishing strong defenses against increasing threats. According to KPMG in India’s 2023 CEO Outlook, 77% of Indian CEOs recognize the dual nature of generative AI which can enhance cybersecurity efforts but also introduce new vulnerabilities. 

As cyber threats become more sophisticated, particularly with the rise of AI-powered phishing attacks, the need for comprehensive security measures is more critical than ever. KPMG’s partnership with Zscaler aims to address these challenges by providing advanced cloud delivered security solutions. 

The Zscaler-KPMG alliance will leverage the capabilities of the Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange platform, including: 

• Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA): Delivers cloud native, AI-powered cyber threat protection and zero trust access to the internet and SaaS applications through a secure web gateway. 
• Zscaler Private Access (ZPA): Provides the fastest, most secure access to private applications and OT devices enabling zero trust connectivity for workloads.
• Zscaler Data Protection: Offers a comprehensive, cloud-delivered platform designed to safeguard sensitive data across all environments. 
• Zscaler Workload Communications: Secures workload-to-internet and workload-to-workload connectivity across hybrid cloud environments for mission-critical workloads and servers. 

These solutions will enhance management and visibility allowing customers to better defend against emerging threats and technologies. 

Insights from India Leadership

Ananth Nag, Area Vice President, India at Zscaler, emphasized the strategic importance of this alliance, stating, “India is at the forefront of driving digital transformation globally. It is crucial for organizations to innovate with cybersecurity principles ingrained in their foundation. Our alliance with KPMG in India will help organizations navigate compliance, particularly with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, and deploy customized cybersecurity solutions to combat the fast-changing threat landscape.”

Atul Gupta, Partner and Head of Digital Trust and Cyber Security Services at KPMG in India, shared his perspective: “Our partnership with Zscaler reflects our commitment to delivering robust cyber transformation capabilities guided by simplicity, agility and efficacy. By combining our consulting expertise with Zscaler’s integrated solutions, we aim to provide proactive defense and support digital transformation for our clients.” 

Foad Farrokhnia, Vice President, Channels & Alliances, APJ at Zscaler, remarked, “The synergy between Zscaler’s Zero Trust Exchange platform and KPMG in India’s advisory capabilities empowers organizations to embrace cloud technologies while managing cyber risks efficiently. This partnership represents a significant step in fortifying cybersecurity defenses for Indian businesses.”