# IBM

IBM is a cybersecurity company based in the United States, founded in 1911. It has 7 products listed on CybersecTools.

> Enterprise tech company providing AI, cloud, security, and consulting services

Source: https://cybersectools.com/companies/ibm · Updated October 2026

## Quick facts

- Category: [Data Protection](https://cybersectools.com/categories/data-protection)
- Type: Products and services
- Headquarters: United States
- Founded: 1911
- Products listed: 7
- Ownership: Public company (IBM)
- Website: [ibm.com](https://www.ibm.com/)

## What does IBM do?

IBM is a multinational technology company with over 300,000 employees operating in more than 170 countries. The company provides enterprise technology solutions across multiple domains including artificial intelligence, hybrid cloud computing, software, infrastructure, and consulting services.

IBM's cybersecurity offerings are integrated within its broader technology portfolio. The company provides security solutions that span cloud security, data protection, identity and access management, threat detection and response, and security operations. These security capabilities are delivered through IBM's software platforms, consulting services, and infrastructure products, often incorporating AI and automation technologies.

The company operates through several business units including IBM Consulting, which works with clients on business transformation and security implementation; IBM Software, which delivers AI and hybrid cloud solutions with embedded security features; and IBM Infrastructure, which provides secure computing systems, servers, and storage solutions. IBM also maintains strategic partnerships and acquired Red Hat to enhance its hybrid cloud and security capabilities.

IBM Research employs over 3,000 scientists and researchers working on emerging technologies including quantum computing, AI ethics, and advanced security research. The company maintains 19 research facilities across 12 laboratories on 6 continents. IBM serves enterprise clients across government, financial services, healthcare, retail, and other industries, providing both technology products and professional services to address complex security and business challenges.

Categories: [Data Protection](https://cybersectools.com/categories/data-protection), [GRC](https://cybersectools.com/categories/grc), [Endpoint Security](https://cybersectools.com/categories/endpoint-security)

## IBM products

- [IBM Guardium](https://cybersectools.com/tools/ibm-guardium): Enterprise data security platform for discovery, protection, and compliance (commercial)
- [IBM OpenPages](https://cybersectools.com/tools/ibm-openpages): AI-powered GRC platform for managing risk, compliance, and audit functions (commercial)
- [IBM QRadar SIEM](https://cybersectools.com/tools/ibm-qradar-siem): SIEM platform for centralized security visibility and threat detection (commercial)
- [IBM QRadar SOAR](https://cybersectools.com/tools/ibm-qradar-soar): SOAR platform for automating and orchestrating incident response workflows (commercial)
- [IBM Cloud Secrets Manager](https://cybersectools.com/tools/ibm-cloud-secrets-manager): Centralized secrets management service for IBM Cloud powered by HashiCorp Vault (commercial)
- [IBM Z Crypto Discovery & Inventory](https://cybersectools.com/tools/ibm-z-crypto-discovery-and-inventory): Cryptographic asset discovery and inventory tool for IBM Z mainframes (commercial)
- [IBM Guardium Data Security Center](https://cybersectools.com/tools/ibm-guardium-data-security-center): Data security platform for protecting data across hybrid cloud and AI environments (commercial)

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