Fortra Launches Defense Tech Unit

Fortra today announced the launch of its new Defense and Intelligence Unit (DIU), a dedicated business focused on delivering advanced, integrated cyber capabilities to critical infrastructure, defense, intelligence, and national security organizations around the world. Building on its strong momentum in this space, the DIU will operate with its own leadership and a dedicated operating model.  

Leading the new unit is John Grancarich, appointed EVP, Head of Defense and Intelligence. Grancarich most recently served as Fortra’s Chief Strategy Officer, where over the past year he worked closely with elite operators, global partners, and senior mission leaders to assess emerging needs across the defense and intelligence ecosystem. These insights have informed the DIU’s design, vision, and strategy.  

The DIU will invest in several strategic areas, including:  

  • Unified data discovery, classification and protection compliant with advanced defense industry requirements  
  • Secure data movement across contested, classified, and disconnected networks  
  • AI-driven infrastructure testing and exposure assessments for high-risk‑ operational environments  
  • Mission-tailored architectures, including deployable and enclave-ready solutions  
  • Deep partnerships with global systems integrators, mission support organizations, and technology providers  
  • Cleared facilities and talent in North America and Europe  

The launch of the DIU marks a significant milestone in Fortra’s broader strategy to support regulated, high-risk, and mission-critical sectors. The unit will play an essential role in Fortra’s long-term growth while advancing global cyber resilience in partnership with allied nations and organizations.  

Learn more here: https://www.fortra.com/industry/government

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