N-able Inc will expand its India workforce by at least 50% by the end of 2026, seeking AI and cybersecurity talent that can speed product development and customer support. The U.S.-based cybersecurity and IT management firm is sharpening its focus on India’s pool of engineers and security analysts, CEO John Pagliuca said.
The move signals a fresh round of investment in one of the world’s most active technology labor markets. It also highlights how companies are racing to secure skills for threat detection, automation, and secure cloud operations. The hiring plan is set against growing global demand for security services and managed IT platforms.
Background: Talent Demand Outpaces Supply
Enterprises face a sustained wave of cyberattacks and compliance needs. That pressure has lifted demand for managed security and remote monitoring tools. Industry studies show a gap of more than four million cybersecurity workers worldwide, according to the 2023 ISC2 workforce report. That shortfall is pushing employers to widen recruiting pipelines.
India has become a top destination for security engineering, AI research, and operations centers. Its universities graduate large numbers of computer science and data science students each year. Large and midsize technology firms now run product, security operations, and analytics teams in the country to serve global markets.
N-able, which provides software to managed service providers and IT teams, is positioning its India unit to support platform security, automation, and AI-assisted monitoring. The company did not share current headcount figures or specific cities but pointed to long-term growth plans.
Why India, Why Now
Pagliuca framed the expansion as a skills and scale decision. He pointed to the depth of AI and cybersecurity expertise, as well as hiring pipelines that can support multi-year product roadmaps.
“N-able Inc plans to expand its India workforce by at least 50% by the end of 2026, targeting the country’s deep pool of AI and cybersecurity talent,” CEO John Pagliuca said.
India offers a steady flow of specialists in machine learning, threat intelligence, and secure software development. Those skills align with priorities such as automating incident response, improving vulnerability management, and building AI features into monitoring tools.
Industry Impact and Competitive Pressures
Security vendors are accelerating hiring in lower-cost, high-skill markets to keep up with fast product cycles. Companies competing in managed detection, endpoint security, and IT automation are expanding engineering hubs to add features and deliver 24/7 support.
For customers, the shift could mean faster updates, better localization, and expanded support windows. It may also bring new AI-driven features for ticket triage, threat scoring, and configuration hardening.
Analysts caution that hiring alone will not close skills gaps. Training, retention, and clear career paths are essential to keep teams effective. Firms that pair hiring with certifications and cross-functional training tend to deliver more stable service levels.
- Security skills remain scarce and costly worldwide.
- India supplies scale in AI, analytics, and software engineering.
- Customers expect shorter release cycles and stronger cloud security.
What the Plan Could Mean for Product Direction
N-able’s expanded India presence is likely to focus on three areas. First, building AI into monitoring and alerting to reduce false positives and speed response. Second, enhancing cloud and endpoint security features to address hybrid workplaces. Third, strengthening integrations so managed service providers can manage more clients with fewer tools.
If executed well, these moves could reduce customer overhead and improve detection quality. Faster iteration may also help partners meet compliance needs in finance, healthcare, and public sectors.
Outlook: Execution and Watch Points
The hiring plan will take shape through 2026. Key indicators to watch include the pace of new feature releases, service quality metrics, and partner satisfaction scores. Retention in India’s competitive tech market will also be a test.
Security demand is unlikely to ease. Attackers continue to target remote access, identity systems, and cloud workloads. Vendors that pair AI advances with strong security practices and privacy safeguards are best placed to win trust.
N-able’s decision reflects a broader industry shift to where the talent is. The next two years will show whether this strategy yields faster innovation and better outcomes for customers dependent on always-on security.
