International Republican Institute Enhances Cybersecurity with CrowdStrike Falcon
Customer Company Size
Mid-size Company
Region
- America
Country
- United States
Product
- CrowdStrike Falcon
- CrowdStrike Security Operations Center (CSOC)
Tech Stack
- Cloud-based Security Solutions
- Endpoint Visibility
Implementation Scale
- Enterprise-wide Deployment
Impact Metrics
- Cost Savings
- Productivity Improvements
- Customer Satisfaction
Technology Category
- Cybersecurity & Privacy - Cloud Security
- Cybersecurity & Privacy - Network Security
Applicable Functions
- Business Operation
Use Cases
- Intrusion Detection Systems
- Remote Asset Management
Services
- Cloud Planning, Design & Implementation Services
- Cybersecurity Services
About The Customer
The International Republican Institute (IRI) is a mid-size nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting and sustaining democracy around the world. With its headquarters in Washington, D.C., IRI operates numerous field offices globally, often in remote and volatile regions. The organization is a high-value target for cyber adversaries due to its involvement in U.S. foreign policy and its support for dissident groups and local activists. IRI's mission requires a sophisticated and secure network to enable communication between its field offices and headquarters, making it vulnerable to cyber attacks. The organization seeks to protect its sensitive information and ensure the safety of its operations and personnel.
The Challenge
The International Republican Institute (IRI) faces significant cybersecurity threats due to its role in promoting democracy worldwide. These threats are not only from politically motivated adversaries aiming to disrupt field operations but also from those targeting its headquarters in Washington, D.C., to gain insights into U.S. foreign policy. The challenge is compounded by the organization's globally distributed field offices, which operate in remote locations and different time zones. The existing security measures, including multiple vendors and a whitelisting-based solution, were insufficient to address the evolving nature of cyber threats. IRI needed a comprehensive endpoint solution that could effectively support its global operations and provide real-time visibility into potential threats.
The Solution
IRI partnered with CrowdStrike to enhance its cybersecurity posture. The deployment of CrowdStrike Falcon provided real-time endpoint visibility and the ability to detect both known and unknown attacks. The platform's cloud-based architecture eliminated the need for hardware, reducing maintenance requirements and associated costs. CrowdStrike's Security Operations Center (CSOC) offered 24/7 support, enabling IRI to respond rapidly to threats. The partnership allowed IRI to focus on its core mission while ensuring robust protection against cyber adversaries. The cloud-based solution also facilitated efficient asset tracking and safeguarding across IRI's globally distributed field offices.
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