Partnership to bolster supply chain security and foster transparency within the financial sector
Reston, VA, and Sunnyvale, CA, March 16, 2023 - FS-ISAC, the member-driven, not-for-profit organization that advances cybersecurity and resilience in the global financial system, announced today that Google Cloud has joined its Critical Providers Program, designed to strengthen the security of the financial sector’s supply chain.
The partnership will focus on reducing third-party cyber risk to avoid service disruptions within the financial sector and foster a community of transparency as critical service providers increasingly host, connect, and protect a substantial percentage of financial institutions’ infrastructure.
“Financial institutions are increasingly relying on cloud-based technology, highlighting the need to bolster cloud computing services and the greater financial sector’s protections and preparedness against sophisticated cyber threats,” said Teresa Walsh, Global Head of Intelligence of FS-ISAC. “Our partnership with Google Cloud will foster continuous collaboration and information sharing between our member firms and this key provider to the sector, including allowing for the dissemination of timely security information and remediation in the event of a large-scale incident.”
“Google Cloud’s partnerships with key organizations in critical infrastructure sectors, such as FS-ISAC, are vital to ensuring our customers are protected and educated amidst a complex and evolving threat landscape,” said Phil Venables, Chief Information Security Officer at Google Cloud. “We are already a long-standing supporter of FS-ISAC and are excited to be the first major cloud provider in the Critical Providers Program. We look forward to sharing our resources and unique insights with FS-ISAC to build a more secure and resilient financial system.”
The Critical Providers Program is an official conduit for non-financial organizations providing network infrastructure and services to share sensitive, timely, and industry-specific security information. During large-scale cyber incidents or threats, providers can leverage the dedicated communication channels to expedite the dissemination of accurate information necessary to address the immediate risks and keep the financial industry safe. The Program was launched in 2022 with Akamai as a founding partner.
About FS-ISAC
FS-ISAC is the member-driven, not-for-profit organization that advances cybersecurity and resilience in the global financial system, protecting the financial institutions and the people they serve. Founded in 1999, the organization’s real-time information-sharing network amplifies the intelligence, knowledge, and practices of its members for the financial sector’s collective security and defenses. Member financial firms represent $100 trillion in assets in 75 countries.
About Google Cloud
Google Cloud accelerates every organization's ability to digitally transform its business. We deliver enterprise-grade solutions that leverage Google's cutting-edge technology – all on the cleanest cloud in the industry. Customers in more than 200 countries and territories turn to Google Cloud as their trusted partner to enable growth and solve their most critical business problems.
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