Optiv
Optiv is a cybersecurity company that advises, deploys and operates cybersecurity programs.
Last updated September 10, 2026
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Overview
Optiv describes itself as a cybersecurity partner that advises, deploys and operates cybersecurity programs built for real-world complexity. It states that more than 6,000 clients trust it, and it operates as an extension of client teams, bringing technical expertise, end-to-end services and technology partnerships. Its service areas include SOC modernization, data security, cloud security and identity security. In June 2026 it announced the sale of its advisory, consulting and transformation (ACT) project-based services business to Vobis Ventures, while its managed services and staff augmentation remain in-house.
History
Optiv states that thirty years in the trenches of cybersecurity gives it an edge. In June 2026, Optiv announced the sale of its advisory, consulting and transformation (ACT) project-based services business to Vobis Ventures, a global technology investment firm, with the deal officially closing June 1, 2026. The Vobis Ventures-backed ACT business will initially operate under the name Optiv Consulting [formerly part of Optiv Security]. As Optiv's new priority services partner for the next year, Vobis Ventures will leverage ACT as the foundation of its cybersecurity services business. Optiv stated it will continue to advise, deploy and operate complete cybersecurity programs for more than 6,000 clients across every major industry, now with ACT services delivered through Vobis Ventures-backed Optiv Consulting as an exclusive partner. Optiv's managed services and staff augmentation will remain in-house.
Products and positioning
Optiv positions itself as a cybersecurity partner that advises, deploys and operates cybersecurity programs, operating as an extension of client teams.
Recent events
Optiv launches CyberBOT cybersecurity learning program[5]
Reported:
Optiv announced CyberBOT, a free, hands-on cybersecurity learning program for classrooms, nonprofit organizations and communities, featuring five interactive sessions and educator resources.
Threat Stack announces channel partners[6]
Reported:
Threat Stack announced its first proactive channel partner program and named Optiv, VLCM, and Levvel as partners at launch.
Sources6 sources
- 1Optiv | Cybersecurity Consultants and Solutionsoptiv.com
- 2About Us | Optivoptiv.com
- 3Cybersecurity & Digital Events | Optivoptiv.com
- 4Optiv Sells Advisory, Consulting and Transformation (ACT) Business to Vobis Ventures, Establishing Exclusive Services Partnershipoptiv.com
- 5Optiv推出CyberBOT网络安全学习项目prnewswire.com
- 6Threat Stack宣布渠道合作伙伴channelbuzz.ca
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