Atos to lead €326 million European Commission cybersecurity contract with Leonardo as partner

Atos to lead €326 million European Commission cybersecurity contract with Leonardo as partner

(IN BRIEF) Atos has been awarded a €326 million cybersecurity contract by the European Commission under the CLOUD II DPS II MC17 framework, securing its role as lead provider for technical cybersecurity services to EU institutions. The four-year contract focuses on incident response, threat monitoring, malware analysis, and offensive security, with Atos acting as the primary partner supported by Leonardo. Managed by DG DIGIT, the agreement highlights Europe’s push to reinforce cyber resilience through advanced operational and advisory services. Atos executives emphasized both the recognition of their trusted track record and the responsibility to safeguard Europe’s digital infrastructure amid rising cyber risks.

(PRESS RELEASE) PARIS/ ZAVENTEM, 24-Sept-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — Atos has been selected as the primary contractor for a high-value cybersecurity agreement under the European Commission’s CLOUD II Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS 2) Mini-Competition 17 (MC17). With a maximum budget of €326 million, the four-year framework represents one of the largest cybersecurity service contracts ever awarded by EU institutions.

Under the terms of the “cascade” award system, Atos will be the first provider called upon to deliver technical cybersecurity operations to EU institutions, agencies, and bodies. Managed by the Directorate-General for Digital Services (DG DIGIT), the initiative is designed to secure professional services for cloud and information systems. It emphasizes not only operational support but also strategic advisory work and the development of advanced cybersecurity capabilities across Europe’s digital ecosystem.

“This is a milestone agreement that reflects the trust the European Commission places in Atos to protect essential services and infrastructure,” said Punit Sehgal, Head of Atos Belux, Netherlands & Nordics. “It confirms our ability to deliver resilient, secure, and innovative solutions that meet Europe’s growing digital needs.”

David Dewulf, Cybersecurity Director at Atos Belux, Netherlands & Nordics, noted: “We have supported European institutions for years, and being entrusted once again underlines the responsibility and expertise we bring. Strengthening Europe’s cyber resilience has never been more critical, and this contract enables us to continue making a tangible impact.”

The framework contract will run for up to 48 months and will cover a comprehensive range of technical operations, including:

• Rapid incident response and digital forensics 
• Continuous threat intelligence and monitoring 
• Advanced malware analysis 
• Offensive security such as vulnerability management, penetration testing, and red teaming 

Atos will lead the delivery of services in partnership with Leonardo, whose expertise will complement Atos’ established leadership in cybersecurity. Together, the consortium will provide a strong blend of technical depth and operational excellence, ensuring EU institutions benefit from cutting-edge protection and resilience at a time when cyber threats are evolving at unprecedented speed.

About Atos Group

Atos Group is a global leader in digital transformation with c. 70,000 employees and annual revenue of c. € 10 billion, operating in 67 countries under two brands — Atos for services and Eviden for products. European number one in cybersecurity, cloud and high-performance computing, Atos Group is committed to a secure and decarbonized future and provides tailored AI-powered, end-to-end solutions for all industries. Atos is a SE (Societas Europaea) and listed on Euronext Paris.

The purpose of Atos is to help design the future of the information space. Its expertise and services support the development of knowledge, education and research in a multicultural approach and contribute to the development of scientific and technological excellence. Across the world, the Group enables its customers and employees, and members of societies at large to live, work and develop sustainably, in a safe and secure information space.

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SOURCE: Atos