WhiteHawk Lands Defence Partner to Chase AUKUS Cyber Spend Via 200+ Solutions
WhiteHawk secures Australian defence-focused partner for AUKUS cyber support
WhiteHawk has signed a strategic partnership with Perth-based Adisyn Services, establishing an in-country service delivery arm for IT and cyber professional services across the APEC region. The partnership positions Adisyn Services as WhiteHawk’s execution arm for deploying 200+ vetted cyber security solutions via the WhiteHawk Cyber Security Marketplace, with operations based in Henderson, WA, a key defence hub for AUKUS support.
The agreement builds on previous successful engagements between the two parties around CMMC compliance work. Adisyn Services, which holds Defence Industry Support Program (DISP) certification, will deliver WhiteHawk’s automated cyber risk solutions to clients in defence and highly regulated sectors whilst providing local client relationships and defence industry credentials that WhiteHawk would otherwise need to build independently.
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What the partnership delivers
Under the agreement, WhiteHawk provides the technology platform and solutions whilst Adisyn Services provides local delivery, client relationships, and defence sector expertise. Both parties will investigate joint tender responses leveraging WhiteHawk’s US Defence Industrial Base and government experience, creating opportunities for Adisyn’s existing clients to access WhiteHawk’s automated cyber risk solutions.
The partnership enables Adisyn Services to offer four key capability areas:
- Cyber Supply Chain Risk Management via Cyber Risk Radar, enabling organisations to assess, report on, and continuously monitor third-party supply chain cyber risks at scale
- Fast-track CMMC compliance via WhiteHawk’s Cyber Risk Program, mapped to both CMMC Level 1 and Level 2, reducing the cost and time involved in certification
- Access to 200+ vetted Allied Cyber Security Solutions via the WhiteHawk Cloud Marketplace
- Cyber Analyst Online Training via WhiteHawk’s Platform-as-a-Service, expanding Adisyn’s trainee and internship programmes by offering real-world experiential cyber analyst training on live datasets
The commercial structure creates a scalable model. WhiteHawk’s SaaS and PaaS products can be sold through Adisyn Services without proportional headcount increases, establishing a physical Australian presence and sales channel without WhiteHawk needing to build its own local team.
Understanding CMMC compliance and why it matters for Australian exporters
Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is a US Department of Defense requirement that Australian companies must meet to participate in US defence supply chains. The framework operates across two levels: Level 1 addresses basic cyber hygiene practices, whilst Level 2 requires advanced security practices and processes.
For Australian SMEs targeting AUKUS-related contracts, CMMC certification is becoming a gateway requirement. As AUKUS Pillar I and Pillar II programmes roll out, Australian suppliers will need compliant cyber frameworks to win contracts. WhiteHawk’s Cyber Risk Programme maps directly to both CMMC levels, enabling businesses to greatly reduce the cost and time involved in registering their CMMC status. Companies that can accelerate and reduce the cost of this certification process benefit from a structural tailwind as AUKUS spending increases.
AUKUS positioning and defence sector focus
Adisyn Services operates from Henderson, WA, with specific credentials in the defence sector. The company holds DISP certification and focuses on AUKUS Pillar I and Pillar II requirements, supporting what the announcement describes as a breadth of fully funded AUKUS programmes. This local expertise complements WhiteHawk’s demonstrated experience across the Defence Industrial Base and Government in the US.
The partnership represents a regional expansion strategy for WhiteHawk, which is established in the US market and is now building an Australian and APEC footprint through partnerships rather than direct team build. Both parties will investigate joint tender responses, creating potential for long-cycle, sticky revenue streams as AUKUS procurement accelerates. Establishing credentials and relationships now positions WhiteHawk for multi-year engagement opportunities in the defence sector.
Adisyn Services’ focus extends beyond defence to other highly regulated Critical Industry sectors, with the capability to fast-track compliance to CMMC, Australian Essential 8, or up to 13 other international frameworks for companies of any size.
Management commentary
Jesse Gane, General Manager, Adisyn Services
“Our Clients are seeking smart and cost-effective cyber security compliance and resilience. By adding WhiteHawk’s suite of next generation Cyber SaaS/PaaS solutions and their 200+ solution partners, we can continue to deliver the best possible services to our current and future clients. With our strong focus on AUKUS and highly regulated Critical Industry sectors, we can fast track compliance to CMMC, Australian Essential 8 or up to 13 other international frameworks for any companies of any size.”
Terry Roberts, Executive Chair, WhiteHawk
“Through this strategic partnership with Adisyn Services, we are establishing a successful sales and servicing arm across the APEC Region that will drive WHK and Adisyn growth across the Defence and other highly regulated sectors. All current Adisyn Services Clients will greatly benefit from having their cyber resilience and compliance fast tracked cost effectively. Adisyn Services can now offer Clients WHK next generation Cyber Risk to Resilience Solutions at scale.”
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What’s next for investors
This announcement represents a sales and distribution expansion rather than a one-off contract. The partnership creates optionality for WhiteHawk: if Adisyn Services wins defence work requiring WhiteHawk solutions, this converts to revenue without additional customer acquisition cost for the cyber security provider.
WhiteHawk’s model is based on SaaS and PaaS subscriptions, creating recurring revenue potential as Adisyn Services onboards clients to WhiteHawk’s automated cyber risk assessment, marketplace access, and training platforms. Investors should monitor for future joint tender announcements as the partnership matures, as well as updates on specific contract wins or pipeline developments flowing from this strategic relationship. The agreement establishes framework and capability; commercial outcomes will emerge as Adisyn Services leverages WhiteHawk’s technology platform across its defence and critical infrastructure client base.
WhiteHawk’s channel-led distribution model is becoming a defining feature of its commercialisation approach: the Atturra partnership, announced in April 2026, established the same template of appointing an in-market specialist to carry product into regulated sectors, this time for its Quixxi Clarity AI governance platform across defence, government, and financial services clients.
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