Illumio-Nvidia Integration Offers MSSPs New Tools for Zero Trust in Critical Infrastructure

Illumio has partnered with Nvidia to extend zero trust security deeper into converged IT and OT environments, a move with direct implications for MSPs and MSSPs supporting critical infrastructure clients according to SiliconANGLE. By integrating Illumio’s breach containment platform with Nvidia’s BlueField data processing units (DPUs), MSPs and MSSPs can now help customers enforce segmentation policies and control lateral movement threats across both traditional IT networks and operational technology systems.

The collaboration gives MSPs and MSSPs a new layer of visibility and control. Illumio on Nvidia BlueField enables the monitoring of east-west traffic at the host and network level, allowing MSSPs to identify abnormal communication patterns and enforce granular policies without deploying additional hardware. This capability is particularly useful in environments where IT and OT systems intersect—such as manufacturing, energy, and healthcare—where downtime and security incidents can have serious consequences.

For MSSPs, the integration presents an opportunity to simplify the rollout of zero trust segmentation services for clients with legacy or hybrid infrastructure. The platform’s labeling system makes it easier to map dependencies and apply segmentation policies without disrupting operations. This allows service providers to deliver value faster while supporting clients’ compliance obligations across various regulatory frameworks.

As organizations face rising threats targeting critical systems, MSSPs are under pressure to offer more sophisticated, integrated defenses. With this joint solution, Illumio and Nvidia provide a path to scalable zero trust enforcement that MSSPs can operationalize for customers looking to reduce risk, contain breaches, and strengthen their overall resilience.