RSA Security

What RSA Security does

RSA Security is a Boston-headquartered, private cybersecurity firm founded in 1982 (legal entity RSA Security USA LLC) that delivers identity-first security solutions to US federal agencies (which it claims at 98% penetration), Fortune 100 financial firms, and high-assurance organizations across healthcare, energy, defense, telecom, and critical infrastructure. The company has been under private equity ownership since Clearlake Capital's 2021 investment and operates globally through direct enterprise sales, a tiered channel partner program (Gold, Platinum, Titanium), distribution partners including Ingram Micro and Arrow ECS, a TD Synnex-branded RSA software store, and Microsoft Azure Marketplace listings. Named customers span Hughes, Montefiore Einstein, Navy Federal Credit Union, McCormick, Sorenson Communications, IDFC First Bank, Barclays Execution Services, Schneider Electric, UMass Memorial Medical Center, and a "Major US Bank," among others.

The product portfolio centers on the RSA Unified Identity Platform, an AI-powered architecture spanning automated identity intelligence, authentication, access, governance, and lifecycle management across cloud, hybrid, and on-premises environments. Core offerings include RSA ID Plus (a cloud, hybrid, and on-premises authentication and access platform built on FIDO2, SAML 2.0, OIDC, RADIUS, SCIM, and Active Directory/LDAP integration), RSA SecurID (on-premises access management with hardware authenticators), RSA Governance & Lifecycle (identity governance with AI-powered insights, gamification, and ISPM capabilities), and the RSA iShield Key 2 Series (FIPS 140-3 Level 3 certified FIDO2/PIV hardware authenticators jointly produced with Swissbit). Layered AI and security add-ons include RSA Risk AI (behavioral analytics and anomaly detection), RSA Mobile Lock (60+ mobile threat scans on managed and BYOD devices), RSA Help Desk Live Verify (a patent-pending bi-directional passwordless identity verification system), the RSA Advisor for Admin Threats AI agent generally available inside Microsoft Security Copilot, and the ID Plus Sovereign Deployment for air-gapped and high-regulation environments. RSA also retains RSA NetWitness (security analytics) and RSA Archer (integrated risk management) as legacy sub-brands.

The business model combines per-user monthly subscriptions (ID Plus tiered plans C1, E1, M1, E2, and E3 priced at $3-$7+/user/month with annual billing and 45-day self-service free trials), one-time hardware authenticator sales, traditional on-premises software licensing, professional and education services, and partner-led renewals. RSA sustains a $135 million debt facility refinanced in January 2026 with existing lenders, holds a Fitch B- Issuer Default Rating with Stable Outlook (affirmed July 2024), and was recognized for two consecutive years in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Access Management (2024, 2025) and as Overall, Product, Market, and Innovation Leader in the 2024 KuppingerCole Leadership Compass for Identity Governance and Identity Fabrics. Geographic footprint spans North America, EMEA, APAC, LATAM, and Africa, with recent strategic pushes into Egypt (presidential roundtable, June 2026), India (iValue Group partnership, November 2024), and broader APAC markets via the Authenticate APAC 2026 conference in Singapore.

Name

RSA Security

Legal name

RSA Security USA LLC

Website

https://rsa.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

RSA Security is a private cybersecurity firm providing identity and access management solutions for US federal agencies (98% penetration), Fortune 100 financial firms, and high-assurance organizations worldwide. Its RSA ID Plus platform delivers authentication, governance, and passwordless capabilities across cloud, hybrid, and on-premises environments.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Identity and Access Management

NAICS

Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621)

SIC

Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370)

akta.pro primary industry

Single Sign-On (SSO) & Federation (SAML/OIDC, Identity Providers) (HDAEAJAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Authentication (MFA/Passwordless/Biometrics) Platforms (BPAMAEAE)

Keywords

• Identity access management
• Multi-factor authentication
• Passwordless authentication
• Identity governance
• Hardware security keys

Headquarters

HQ city

Bedford

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Subscription (Per-User Monthly): Primary revenue stream via RSA ID Plus subscription plans (C1, E1, M1, E2, E3) priced on a per-user, per-month basis ranging from $3 to $7+ with tiered feature differentiation. Free 45-day trial converts to paid production.
2. Hardware Authenticator Sales: One-time sale of phishing-resistant FIDO2 hardware authenticators including the RSA iShield Key 2 Series (FIPS 140-3 level 3 certified) and legacy SecurID 700/DS100 tokens.
3. Professional Services: Implementation, deployment, and consulting services delivered by RSA's Professional Services team for unique enterprise identity implementations.
4. On-Premises Software Licensing (SecurID): Traditional on-premises licensing of RSA Authentication Manager, SecurID Hardware Appliance, and identity management software for high-assurance organizations with legacy or air-gapped environments.
5. Education Services: Training and certification programs including partner accreditation, sales training, and technical workshops (online and in-person).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

RSA Security provides an AI-powered unified identity platform offering authentication, single sign-on, multi-factor and passwordless access, identity governance, and lifecycle management across cloud, hybrid, and on-premises environments. Its core products are RSA ID Plus (cloud/hybrid IAM and passwordless authentication), RSA SecurID (on-premises authentication and tokens), and RSA Governance & Lifecycle (identity governance and administration), complemented by FIPS 140-3 Level 3 hardware authenticators and a mobile authenticator app.

Product overview

RSA Security delivers a unified AI-powered identity platform composed of complementary products serving government, finance, and high-assurance organizations across cloud, hybrid, and on-premises environments. The core platform, RSA ID Plus, provides complete authentication, access, SSO, and directory capabilities and is paired with RSA SecurID for on-premises authentication and RSA Governance & Lifecycle for identity governance/administration. Layered onto the platform are specialized offerings including RSA Risk AI (AI-driven risk-based authentication), RSA Mobile Lock (mobile threat detection), RSA Help Desk Live Verify (help desk fraud prevention), RSA My Page (self-service credential management and SSO), the RSA iShield Key 2 Series (FIPS 140-3 Level 3 hardware authenticator), and the RSA Authenticator App. The RSA Advisor for Admin Threats operates as an AI agent within Microsoft Security Copilot.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• RSA Unified Identity Platform: AI-powered identity platform combining automated identity intelligence, authentication, access, governance, and lifecycle management.
• RSA ID Plus
• RSA Governance & Lifecycle
• RSA SecurID
• RSA Archer
• RSA iShield Key 2
• RSA Authenticator App
• RSA NetWitness

Products and services

• RSA ID Plus Complete authentication and access management platform providing MFA, passwordless authentication, single sign-on, contextual/adaptive access, unified directory, and lifecycle capabilities for cloud, hybrid, and on-premises environments; available in subscription plans C1, E1, M1, E2, and E3 and integrates with Microsoft Entra ID.
• RSA SecurID On-premises access, authentication, and identity management product family including RSA Authentication Manager, the SecurID Hardware Appliance, and authenticators (SID700, DS100, SecurID 700) for high-assurance organizations operating on-premises.
• RSA Governance & Lifecycle Comprehensive identity governance and administration (IGA) platform providing continuous compliance, risk reduction, lifecycle automation, and Identity Security Posture Management (ISPM) capabilities including dashboards, gamification, and AI-powered insights across cloud, hybrid, and on-prem environments.
• RSA iShield Key 2 Series Phishing-resistant FIDO2 and PIV hardware security key series built on a FIPS 140-3 Level 3 validated cryptographic module; first FIDO security key with this certification; supports NFC-based authentication and meets federal and high-assurance mandates.
• RSA Authenticator (SecurID App) Mobile software token application for iOS and Android that provides device-bound passkeys, push notifications, biometrics, OTP, and other authentication methods; distributed via Apple App Store and Google Play.
• RSA Help Desk Live Verify Patent-pending bi-directional, passwordless identity verification solution that prevents social engineering, ransomware, and technical support scams targeting IT help desks; verifies both user and help desk personnel identities using device possession and unique codes rather than knowledge-based authentication.

Quantifiable outcome

• 9,000+ high-security organizations served
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers14 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration10 records

AI capability7 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• MicrosoftflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2026Expanded partnership announced at RSAC 2026 with enhanced support for Microsoft 365 E7, deeper integration between RSA ID Plus and Microsoft's identity and security stack, and integration through the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association. Integrations include Microsoft External Authentication Methods (EAM), Microsoft Entra ID, Windows Hello, and Azure AD.
• Microsoft Intelligent Security AssociationcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 March 2026RSA joined the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association, integrating its full range of authentication capabilities with Microsoft Entra ID to help organizations eliminate passwords and address advanced identity threats.
• TodylflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026RSA selected Todyl as its cybersecurity partner to protect RSA's commercial and corporate environments and power its Security Operations Center, replacing incumbent solutions. The collaboration includes joint work on a Global Identity Intelligence Report.
• Microsoft Security CopilotcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 November 2025RSA Advisor for Admin Threats agent became generally available in Microsoft Security Copilot, providing AI-driven monitoring of admin accounts for suspicious activity and automated threat detection and resolution.
• iValue GroupcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 November 2024Strategic partnership announced with iValue Group for distribution of RSA products in India, expanding RSA's reach in the Indian market through iValue's value-added distribution capabilities.
• SwissbitcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 October 2024Strategic technology partnership with Swissbit to deliver the iShield Key 2 FIDO security key with FIPS 140-3 validated cryptographic module, meeting Executive Order 14028, OMB M-22-09, and M-24-14 federal cybersecurity requirements. Targeted at government agencies and security-first industries.
• TD SynnexcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 October 2024TD Synnex launched an RSA software store providing a quick and simple way for partners and customers to renew RSA licences and subscriptions, streamlining the procurement and renewal process.
• HCL TechnologiescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAlliance and Reseller partner with presence in India; HCL listed in RSA's partner finder as a Titanium-level partner in multiple regions, supporting enterprise deployments of RSA identity and access management solutions.
• Optiv SecuritycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReseller partner listed in RSA's partner finder for North America, providing value-added security services and solutions to enterprise customers deploying RSA identity and access management products.
• Carahsoft Technology CorpcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReseller partner in the public sector vertical, specializing in government IT procurement; hosts RSA webinar registrations and supports federal, state, and local government customers deploying RSA solutions.
• SHI International (Software House Intl)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTitanium-level reseller partner in the United States, providing enterprise IT solutions and RSA identity products to large organizations.
• Softcat PLCcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReseller partner in the United Kingdom providing RSA identity and access management solutions to enterprise customers in the UK market.
• GuidePoint SecuritycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReseller partner providing cybersecurity solutions and RSA products to enterprise and government customers, with deep security expertise.
• Bell Labs (Nokia) Security ReplyminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerListed as a partner in RSA's partner finder providing implementation and consulting services.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Broad incumbents

• Microsoft Entra ID: Microsoft's identity and access management service (formerly Azure AD), included in Microsoft 365 and bundled with Entra ID P1/P2. A broad incumbent offering passwordless, MFA, SSO, and conditional access that competes head-to-head with RSA ID Plus, particularly for Microsoft-centric customers.

Direct peers

• Okta: Cloud-native workforce and customer identity platform offering MFA, SSO, and passwordless authentication. Directly comparable to RSA ID Plus in the modern cloud identity layer, but with stronger developer and SaaS-native positioning.
• OneLogin: Cloud-based identity and access management provider offering SSO, MFA, and user provisioning. Directly comparable to RSA ID Plus for mid-market and enterprise customers seeking cloud-first IAM.
• SailPoint: Identity governance and administration (IGA) vendor providing access certifications, provisioning, and lifecycle management. Direct competitor to RSA Governance & Lifecycle across enterprise IGA use cases.
• Ping Identity: Enterprise-focused identity platform providing workforce and customer IAM with strong federation and hybrid capabilities. Directly comparable to RSA across enterprise SSO, MFA, and identity verification, especially in regulated industries.
• ForgeRock: Identity and access management platform serving workforce, customer, and IoT use cases, with deep enterprise and regulated-industry penetration. Comparable to RSA in enterprise-grade identity, now part of a broader identity platform portfolio.
• Saviynt: Cloud-native identity governance and administration platform with strong IGA, PAM, and application access governance capabilities. Direct competitor to RSA Governance & Lifecycle for enterprise identity governance.
• Entrust: Identity and cryptography vendor offering PKI, certificate-based authentication, MFA, and identity verification. Comparable to RSA in high-assurance authentication and hardware tokens for government and regulated enterprises.
• BeyondTrust: Privileged access management (PAM) and vulnerability management vendor with overlapping capabilities in high-assurance authentication and access governance. Comparable to RSA in privileged access and identity security for regulated industries.
• CyberArk: Identity security leader in privileged access management (PAM) that has expanded into workforce identity and adjacent security areas. Overlaps with RSA in high-assurance identity, governance, and credential protection for enterprises.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/rsasecurity
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@SecuredByRSA
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/rsa-the-security-division-of-emc
• Facebookfacebook.com/RSASecure

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors1 record

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A6 records

Investments1 record

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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