How Robust Intelligence turned SOC 2 Type 2 into a $400M Cisco exit with YSecurity at the wheel
Robust Intelligence builds AI security solutions that protect models and data in production. Their platform enables enterprises to deploy AI safely, detect threats, and respond fast—without compromising innovation.
SOC 2 Type II passed with zero deviations or rework
Team expansion to support Cisco acquisition
The problem
Robust Intelligence was growing fast—but enterprise buyers and investors expected security to match. Their previous vCISO model proved too rigid for their pace, pushing work onto engineers and slowing down delivery. After trying checklist consultancies with little success, they needed a partner who could move as fast as they shipped code.
The solution
From day one, YSecurity embedded as part of Robust Intelligence’s team, focusing on results, not delegation. Combining our headcount, we passed SOC 2 Type 2 without disrupting engineering velocity. That foundation became the springboard for Robust’s next chapter: a $400M acquisition by Cisco. With full trust, they expanded their security team from 2 to 8 YSecurity operators overnight.
Speed and alignment
Robust Intelligence entered with urgency and clarity. They prioritized what mattered: clearing security roadblocks without slowing innovation. From day one, they focused on infrastructure, corporate, and product-layer controls—built to meet enterprise expectations.
Enterprise-ready
Robust cleared SOC 2 Type 2 with zero deviations and assembled a complete security package: SBOMs, license reviews, audit-grade docs. That meant confidence in every sales, investor, and diligence conversation—no scrambling, no friction.
The results
Four months after getting SOC 2 Type 2, Robust Intelligence was acquired by Cisco for $400M. Their ability to scale security operators 4x overnight—without ramp-up time—meant no scrambling during diligence. Today, they continue building fast, with YSecurity still operating their program as an official Cisco vendor.
Acquisition closed with YSecurity as a key security partner
Alignment between security program and business priorities
Team expansion to support Cisco acquisition
SOC 2 Type 2 passed with zero deviations
Marco Sanvido, VP of Engineering at Robust Intelligence
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