How Robust Intelligence turned SOC 2 Type II into a $400M Cisco exit with YSecurity at the wheel
About
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 audit window passed without slowing engineering
Expanded from 2 to 8 YSecurity operators to support Cisco acquisition
SOC 2 Type II passed with zero deviations, zero rework
The challenge
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 YSecurity difference
From day one, YSecurity embedded as part of Robust Intelligence’s team—focused on results, not delegation. Together, we passed SOC 2 Type II 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—no ramp-up, no friction.
“YSecurity offloaded the load of monitoring and compliance, improving our practices incrementally. I only wish we had hired them earlier.”
VP of Engineering at Robust Intelligence
Built for 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 without distractions
Robust cleared SOC 2 Type II 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.
What happened next
Four months after SOC 2, Robust Intelligence was acquired by Cisco for $400M. Their ability to scale security from 2 to 8 operators 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
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