Fortinet, a global leader in cybersecurity, announced on April 22, 2026, that it has been recognized as the 2026 Google Cloud Partner of the Year for Workload Security. This award highlights Fortinet’s technical excellence and its commitment to helping mutual customers secure complex workloads across hybrid and multi-cloud infrastructures. The recognition was presented during the annual Google Cloud Next conference, where Google Cloud honors partners that have demonstrated innovative thinking and outstanding customer service over the past year.
The Workload Security category specifically acknowledges partners that provide robust protection for cloud-based applications and data. Fortinet’s integration with Google Cloud is centered on the Fortinet Security Fabric, which offers consistent security posture management and threat protection. Key products involved in this collaboration include the FortiGate Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) for Google Cloud, FortiWeb for web application security, and FortiCNP, a cloud-native protection platform that simplifies security operations by correlating findings across Google Cloud’s security services.
Ken Xie, Founder, Chairman of the Board, and Chief Executive Officer at Fortinet, stated that the award reflects the deepening relationship between the two companies. Xie noted that as organizations increasingly migrate business-critical applications to the cloud, the need for seamless, automated security becomes paramount. He emphasized that Fortinet’s solutions are designed to provide deep visibility and control across Google Cloud environments, including Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) and the Anthos platform.
Kevin Ichhpurani, Corporate Vice President, Global Ecosystem and Channels at Google Cloud, commented on the partnership, stating that Fortinet has consistently delivered high-value security outcomes for customers. Ichhpurani highlighted Fortinet’s ability to integrate its security intelligence with Google Cloud’s infrastructure, enabling enterprises to scale their digital transformation initiatives without compromising on safety.
The partnership between Fortinet and Google Cloud has expanded significantly over the last several years. In 2025, the companies introduced enhanced automation features for FortiGate on Google Cloud, allowing for faster deployment and scaling of security policies. Additionally, Fortinet’s participation in the Google Cloud Marketplace has facilitated streamlined procurement for enterprises, contributing to a reported increase in joint customer acquisitions.
According to official statements, the 2026 award also recognizes Fortinet’s contributions to securing sovereign cloud initiatives, which are increasingly important for government and highly regulated industry clients. By providing localized security controls and data residency compliance, Fortinet has enabled Google Cloud users to meet stringent regulatory requirements globally. This latest accolade follows previous recognitions for Fortinet in the areas of security and networking, underscoring its position as a key player in the cloud security ecosystem.