Moreover, the $32 billion Alphabet acquisition combines agentless scanning, graph-based risk visualization, and API-only architecture to deliver enterprise-scale cloud security across hybrid infrastructures.
Google Cloud Wiz Security partnership reshapes how enterprises protect multi-cloud environments through cloud-native application protection platforms. Furthermore, the Google Cloud Wiz Security collaboration enables instant scanning of cloud infrastructures without deploying agents or adding complexity. Additionally, Google Cloud Wiz Security integration provides total visibility into risks across virtual machines, containers, and serverless services, visualizing attack paths that connect minor misconfigurations into major vulnerabilities. Founded in 2020, Wiz became one of the world’s most in-demand cybersecurity providers before Alphabet acquired the company for $32 billion in March 2025.
Consequently, companies deploying Wiz gain the ability to instantly scan their cloud environments and identify toxic combinations of risk. “With the Wiz Security Graph, we provide full visibility and context into every cloud resource and the relationships between them to uncover the toxic combinations of risk that create attack paths in your cloud,” says Oron Noah, Director of Product Management at Wiz.
Google Cloud Wiz Security Built for Multi-Cloud Infrastructure
After launching its initial product, Wiz immediately gained attention from large organizations operating across multiple cloud platforms. Therefore, if Wiz was to meet this demand, it had to mirror their reality – multi-cloud, hybrid and distributed infrastructures. As a result, the company turned to Google Cloud not only as a core infrastructure partner but as a gateway to scale its growth.
“We support our customers wherever they are,” says Yinon Costica, VP of Product and Co-Founder of Wiz. “One of our largest customers operated a multi-cloud infrastructure and we knew that we had to adopt the same approach. Subsequently, with Google Cloud, we built the foundation for a security solution that could cater to the variety of cloud environments. Moreover, we also benefit from our Google Cloud Marketplace partnership to reach new Google Cloud customers.”
The decision was motivated not just by customer need but by the flexibility of Google Cloud’s developer tools. Consequently, Wiz quickly established its security platform within Google Cloud, taking advantage of Kubernetes – the open-source container technology originally developed at Google – to ensure portability across environments.
“The way that Google Cloud implements Infrastructure-as-a-Code principles meant that we worked very quickly,” says Scott Sumner, Cloud Services Provider Alliance Manager at Wiz. “In fact, we were up and running within a month.”
Google Cloud Tools Enhance Wiz Security Capabilities
Furthermore, Google Cloud also offered unique tools to simplify and strengthen security. “Indeed, the Identity and Access Management Recommender tool is a unique bonus of Google Cloud,” Scott adds. “Specifically, we can share an incredibly rich level of detail with our customers and surface information that can very quickly identify vulnerabilities.”
For Wiz, security must not come at the cost of agility. Unlike traditional security agents that burden infrastructure, Wiz connects natively to customers’ cloud environments using API-only architecture. “By using API-only connectors, rather than deploying agents, we can seamlessly scan our customers’ infrastructure with zero friction to the instances and no management overhead,” Oron explains.
This efficiency has proven particularly valuable for regulated industries like finance and healthcare. Specifically, Wiz can scale from lightweight connections across open infrastructure to fully embedded deployments in highly sensitive environments. Importantly, all of this happens without slowing operations or limiting compliance.
Automation Accelerates Google Cloud Wiz Security Deployment
Additionally, automation has been just as pivotal. Indeed, Google Kubernetes Engine and related managed services enable a small team at Wiz to deliver enterprise-scale solutions. “Consequently, we go to market very quickly with Google Cloud,” Oron says. “Therefore, we can put our energy into developing new tools that respond to our customers’ specific needs.”
“Furthermore, the automations we get with Google Cloud are very important for us,” he continues. “For example, say a customer acquired a new company and expanded their Google Cloud environment as a result. Then, we would automatically have scanned their cloud and be able to uncover risks within minutes, instead of days or weeks.”
This rapid scanning capability distinguishes Wiz from traditional security solutions that require lengthy deployment cycles. Specifically, the API-only approach means customers can connect their entire cloud infrastructure to Wiz’s platform in hours rather than weeks. Furthermore, the agentless architecture eliminates the management overhead typically associated with traditional security tools that require installing and maintaining software agents across thousands of instances.
Google Cloud Wiz Security Responds to Global Threats Rapidly
Notably, Wiz’s ability to react quickly has been tested repeatedly. In December 2021, a severe vulnerability in the Log4j Java logging library shook the security community. As a result, enterprises scrambled for solutions. However, Wiz immediately integrated detection into its platform, helping both customers and new prospects triage their risks.
“In fact, we were able to identify and visualize the Log4j vulnerability very quickly for new customers,” Scott explains. Consequently, this sheer speed has fueled Wiz’s reputation. Indeed, within only a few years of launching, the brand has become one of the fastest-growing cybersecurity startups globally. Moreover, the company already works with a significant roster of Fortune 500 companies.
Specifically, the Log4j response demonstrated how the Google Cloud partnership enables Wiz to pivot quickly when new threats emerge. Traditionally, security vendors often require weeks or months to update their products for new vulnerabilities. However, Wiz’s cloud-native architecture allows the team to deploy updates across the entire customer base within hours.
Strategic Partnership Drives Innovation
Ultimately, Wiz’s trajectory is rooted not just in technology but in partnerships. Indeed, its close integration with Google Cloud services ensures the platform evolves alongside new cloud innovations. “In fact, we’ve got a great relationship with several product teams at Google Cloud,” Oron says. “Consequently, it means we can onboard new tools into our platform and make them visible to our customers.”
“Additionally, they can also learn from us about how we use their tools,” he adds. “Therefore, we’d like to keep working side by side with Google Cloud, enhancing both sides of the partnership.” This collaborative approach ensures that Wiz remains at the forefront of cloud security innovation. Furthermore, as Google Cloud develops new services and features, Wiz can quickly integrate them into its security platform.
Significantly, the $32 billion Alphabet acquisition in March 2025 further solidifies this partnership. With Google’s resources behind it, Wiz can accelerate development of new security capabilities. Moreover, the acquisition also positions Google Cloud as a comprehensive cloud security leader, combining infrastructure, platform services, and enterprise-grade security in a unified offering.
For enterprises navigating multi-cloud environments, the Google Cloud Wiz Security partnership offers a compelling solution. Ultimately, the combination of agentless scanning, graph-based visualization, and rapid threat response provides comprehensive protection without sacrificing agility or increasing operational complexity.
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