LevelBlue Acquires Aon’s Cyber & IP Units in Bold Expansion Move

LevelBlue, formerly known as AT&T Cybersecurity, has rapidly established itself as a leader in threat detection, security operations, and compliance. With the addition of Aon’s well-regarded cybersecurity arm—Stroz Friedberg—and the IP litigation consultancy Elysium Digital, LevelBlue will now enter the high-stakes arena of intellectual property disputes and digital forensics.

Stroz Friedberg is internationally known for its digital risk management, cyber resilience strategies, incident response, and investigative services. Meanwhile, Elysium Digital specializes in technical consulting for complex legal matters, particularly around intellectual property, software, and high-tech litigation. The integration of these two groups will bring together deep expertise in cybersecurity and intellectual property law, offering clients a holistic approach to managing both cyber threats and legal challenges in today’s digital economy.

The acquisition reflects LevelBlue’s strategic intent to grow beyond traditional cybersecurity services. With the convergence of legal risk and cyber threats becoming more common, enterprises are increasingly seeking partners who can provide end-to-end services. By adding forensic litigation support and intellectual property consulting, LevelBlue is positioning itself as a one-stop-shop for both preventive cybersecurity and post-breach legal response.

"This acquisition aligns with our vision to be a comprehensive digital risk management partner for businesses navigating the complex and evolving threat landscape," said Bob McCullen, CEO of LevelBlue. “Bringing in the specialized talent from Aon’s consulting divisions significantly enhances our ability to serve clients who operate at the intersection of innovation, regulation, and litigation.”

The acquisition also indicates an industry trend where cybersecurity, legal technology, and consulting services are converging. Organizations now face not only data breaches and cyberattacks, but also IP theft, regulatory scrutiny, and cross-border litigation—requiring multidisciplinary expertise.

From Aon’s perspective, the move is part of a broader restructuring aimed at streamlining operations and focusing more heavily on its core insurance and risk advisory services. Aon executives expressed confidence that the transitioning teams will thrive under LevelBlue, which offers a sharper focus and greater investment in cybersecurity and litigation support.