Critical Infrastructure Protection Market Report 2025

The critical infrastructure protection market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $142.76 billion in 2024 to $146.96 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to integration of physical and cybersecurity, regulatory compliance requirements, attention to supply chain security, mitigation of insider threats, focus on resilience and business continuity.

The critical infrastructure protection market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $202.43 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to insider threat mitigation, collaboration and information sharing, resilience, and business continuity focus. Major trends in the forecast period include cybersecurity threat landscape, integration of physical and cybersecurity, IoT and interconnected systems, regulatory compliance and standards, ai and machine learning in threat detection.

The growing adoption of cloud technology and IoT devices is expected to drive the expansion of the critical infrastructure protection market in the coming years. The Internet of Things (IoT) refers to a system of interconnected physical devices that use software and other technologies to connect with systems over the web, enabling data transfer. Cloud technology, on the other hand, allows data storage and access via the internet instead of relying on a computer hard drive. In the context of critical infrastructure, cloud computing ensures data confidentiality, integrity, availability, and compliance with relevant standards. For example, in December 2023, Eurostat, a Luxembourg-based statistical office for the European Union, reported that 45% of organizations utilized cloud computing services in 2023. As a result, the increased adoption of cloud technology and IoT is driving the demand for critical infrastructure protection solutions.

The increasing number of cyberattacks are expected to propel the growth of critical infrastructure protection market going forward. The rise in cyber threats, including targeted attacks and ransomware incidents, highlights the need for advanced protection measures. Regulatory mandates, national security concerns, and data breach risks further contribute to the market's expansion. Additionally, the adoption of advanced technologies and public awareness of the potential consequences of cyberattacks on critical infrastructure drive organizations and governments to invest in comprehensive protection solutions. For instance, in February 2023, according to the Australian Cyber Security Centre, an Australia-based cyber security agency, the cybercrime reports received in 2022 were 76,000, an increase of nearly 13% from the previous financial year. Therefore, the increasing number of cyber-attacks are driving the growth of critical infrastructure protection market.

Technological advancements are the key trend gaining popularity in the critical infrastructure protection market. Major companies operating in the critical infrastructure protection sector are focused on developing technologically advanced products to strengthen their market position. For instance, in February 2022, Forcepoint, a US-based software company, launched Forcepoint One, a cloud platform developed with zero trust and SASE (secure access service edge) technologies. This product enables organizations to protect their infrastructures by managing one set of policies from a single console. Users can manage a wide variety of security services while reducing costs and managing over 50-point products. This platform is an all-in-one security platform that is simplified for traditional and remote workforces and allows them controlled access to information on the web, cloud, or in any private applications.

Major companies operating in the critical infrastructure protection market are focused on developing new Ai-based security solutions for operational technology environment to gain a competitive edge in the market. Operational Technology (OT) refers to the hardware and software used to monitor and control physical devices, processes, and events in the industrial and critical infrastructure sectors. For instance, in September 2022, OPSWAT, a US-based cybersecurity solutions company launched Neuralyzer, a new neural network-based cybersecurity product that enhances the protection of operational technology (OT) environments in critical infrastructure. Neuralyzer enables asset discovery, inventory management, network visibility, and vulnerability and risk management, offering a user-friendly interface designed for industrial and OT teams. This product leverages machine learning technology and can provide real-time visibility into threats and vulnerabilities while ensuring minimal impact on OT networks and devices. By addressing the demand for easy-to-deploy, comprehensive OT security solutions, Neuralyzer helps organizations build a mature cybersecurity program, manage risks, and maintain compliance in critical industries.

In May 2022, Parsons Corp., a US-based technology company focused on defense, intelligence, security, and infrastructure engineering, acquired Xator Corporation for $400 million. Through this acquisition, Xator would increase Parsons' customer base by bringing distinct technical capabilities in critical infrastructure protection, counter unmanned aircraft systems, intelligence and cyber solutions, biometrics, and global threat assessment and operations. Also, it is expected to increase Parsons' footprint in the Special Operations Command, the intelligence community, federal civilian clients, and international critical infrastructure markets while opening up new customer access at the State Department. Xator Corporation is a US-based provider of mission-focused solutions addressing critical infrastructure protection, enterprise technology and cybersecurity, mission and training, and national security requirements.

Major companies operating in the critical infrastructure protection market include BAE Systems plc, Lockheed Martin Corporation, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Honeywell International Inc., Airbus SE, Raytheon Technologies Corporation, Thales Group, Hexagon AB, Johnson Controls International plc, Teltronic S. A., General Dynamics Corporation, Optasense Limited, Waterfall Security Solutions Ltd., Rolta India Limited, SCADAfence Ltd., Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd., Confluera Inc., Erkios Systems Inc., McAfee Corp., Kaspersky Lab Inc., Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson, Fortinet Inc., Cisco Systems Inc., Symantec Corporation, International Business Machines Corporation, Microsoft Corporation, NICE Ltd., SAP SE, Verint Systems Inc.

Critical infrastructure protection refers to a notion that entails guarding against and protecting against cyber-attacks that can harm or interrupt the services that are offered by critical infrastructures. Protecting critical infrastructure involves both preventing and responding to cyberattacks, as well as preventing them from happening in the first place.

The main types of critical infrastructure protection are solutions and services. The solutions to critical infrastructure protection refer to an answer to a problem. It helps us change our negative state into the desired state. The different types of security technologies include network security, physical security, and others that are employed in the commercial sector, telecom, chemical and manufacturing, oil and gas, and other verticals.

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North America was the largest region in the critical infrastructure protection market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the critical infrastructure protection market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the critical infrastructure protection market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Canada, Spain.

The critical infrastructure protection market includes revenues earned by entities by providing security solutions that protect computers and networks that control essential services such as power generation, telecommunication, and healthcare. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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