Acronis is a global leader in cybersecurity and data protection, renowned for its unified approach to backup, disaster recovery, and next-generation anti-malware. Established in 2003 and headquartered in Switzerland and Singapore, Acronis serves over 5 million customers, including enterprises, service providers, and SMBs.
With annual revenues of approximately $426M and unicorn status, Acronis’s flagship offering—Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud—embodies its commitment to holistic cyber protection. As cyber threats have grown in scale and sophistication, Acronis has positioned itself as a pioneer in safeguarding data, applications, and systems across diverse environments.
188% Growth and 7.5 Million Attacks Prevented Prove Security Investment Pays Off
The most significant value Acronis achieved was a 188% year-over-year increase in protected workloads and the prevention of over 7.5 million cyberattacks within a 12-month period. This achievement is deeply intertwined with Acronis’s core mission: to deliver world-class cyber protection and instill customer trust.
The ability to scale protection and thwart millions of attacks not only validates Acronis’s technology but also reinforces its reputation as a secure-by-design provider, essential for winning enterprise and government clients in a competitive market.
Threats Surge by 197% Forcing Leadership Overhaul and Security Transformation
Acronis faced a dramatic 197% surge in detected cyber threats in late 2024, with ransomware and phishing attacks targeting service providers at unprecedented rates. Security responsibilities were fragmented across IT and engineering, exposing a critical need for unified leadership.
Recognizing the urgency, the executive team and board prioritized hiring a dedicated Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to drive a cohesive security strategy.
- Late 2024: Acronis research revealed a 197% increase in detected cyber threats, prompting the search for a CISO.
- January 2025: Gerald Beuchelt, an experienced cybersecurity executive, was appointed as CISO.
- Early 2025: Beuchelt overhauled security governance, risk management, and incident response protocols.
- May 2025: Beuchelt represented Acronis at TRU Security Day and released a new Cyberthreats Report.
- Q1 2025: Acronis achieved updated ISO/IEC 27001 and SOC 2 Type II certifications, with over half of its channel partners adopting advanced security tools.
- 12 months post-hire: Acronis prevented over 7.5 million cyberattacks and saw a 188% increase in protected workloads.
This period of transformation redefined Acronis’s security posture and set a new standard for cyber protection in the industry.
CISO Appointment Unifies Security and Accelerates Product Innovation
The appointment of Gerald Beuchelt as CISO elevated cybersecurity to the C-suite and unified internal security efforts. His leadership aligned product development with real-world threats and established Acronis as a credible authority in cyber protection.
Security-Driven Differentiation Wins Enterprise Trust and Fuels Growth
By embedding security into its DNA, Acronis enhanced its credibility and trust among customers and partners. This strategic focus enabled the company to win enterprise deals, meet rigorous compliance standards, and scale its platform confidently.
Security Integration Delivers Lasting Impact and Measurable Results
Beuchelt’s tenure has woven security into every facet of Acronis’s operations, empowering the company to 188% growth in protected workloads and 7.5 million attacks prevented—underscore the transformative impact of dedicated security leadership.
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These expert capabilities ensured Acronis secured a world-class CISO, driving rapid security transformation and measurable business impact.