Synack Secures Federal Agencies Amidst New AI Security Order

Synack is supporting the majority of cabinet-level federal departments with its AI and human penetration testing platform. This comes as a new White House executive order emphasizes the need for AI-enabled, continuously validated security across federal networks. The order directs federal agencies to accelerate AI-enabled cyber defense and expand access to advanced cybersecurity tools. Synack's platform, including its Sara AI Pentesting, helps automate reconnaissance and initial exploits. Its global community of ethical hackers then validates these findings. This combination allows agencies to test more frequently and cover a larger attack surface. Jay Kaplan, Synack CEO, states that periodic testing and automated scanning are no longer enough for AI-era threats. He highlights the need for continuous validation, AI-enabled scale, and human expertise. Synack has been building this model for 13 years and delivers it to federal customers today. The executive order also directs the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency to enhance AI-enabled defensive cybersecurity tools. It also focuses on securing critical infrastructure, including rural hospitals and local utilities. Synack has a history of securing sensitive assets in these sectors. The order also establishes a new AI cybersecurity clearinghouse to coordinate vulnerability scanning and remediation across federal networks. This new directive signals a significant shift in federal cybersecurity, prioritizing advanced, AI-driven solutions to protect vital systems.