CSO Group and xAmplify Merge to Form Australia’s Largest Cyber Security and AI Consulting Firm

With an annual revenue of over $110 million, the combined Sydney-based cyber security consultant CSO Group and Canberra-based automation systems and AI integrator xAmplify have announced a merger, forming Australia's biggest locally-owned

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agency in the respective fields. With activities consolidated across all states and territories, the new organization—which will be headquartered in Sydney—will have over 160 staff working for more than 110 government and enterprise clients.

The merger, described as a fusion of equals by CSO Group Founder Michael Simkovic, aims to disrupt traditional global service provider models by offering innovative, integrated solutions at the intersection of cyber security, automation, and AI technologies. This strategic alignment not only enhances client capabilities in IT services and sovereign-secure AI technologies but also strengthens Australia's national expertise and sovereign capability in digital transformation. With a focus on delivering value through intelligence and optimization, the merged firm seeks to address evolving client needs amidst increasing cyber threats and the rapid adoption of advanced technologies.

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