Global Capability Centres (GCCs) have evolved far beyond their original role as cost-efficient operational hubs. Today, they are integral to enterprise strategy, supporting product engineering, cloud transformation, artificial intelligence (AI), digital platforms and innovation for multinational organisations. As businesses accelerate their digital transformation programmes, cybersecurity is emerging as another core capability that will define the future role of GCCs. 
The rapid adoption of cloud computing, connected devices, hybrid working models and AI-powered applications has significantly expanded the digital footprint of global enterprises. While these technologies have improved operational efficiency and accelerated innovation, they have also increased organisations' exposure to cyber threats. Cyberattacks are no longer confined to compromising information systems; they now have the potential to disrupt business operations, affect financial performance and undermine customer trust. 
India's GCC ecosystem is well positioned to address these evolving challenges. With established expertise in engineering, enterprise technology and large-scale digital operations, the country has become a preferred destination for multinational companies seeking to strengthen cyber resilience. Increasingly, Indian GCCs are managing enterprise-wide cybersecurity functions, including Security Operations Centres (SOCs), cloud security, threat intelligence, vulnerability management, identity and access management, and incident response. These responsibilities have expanded beyond regional support to protecting digital infrastructure across global operations. 
Artificial intelligence is also reshaping the cybersecurity landscape. Organisations are using AI to automate business processes and improve decision-making, while cybercriminals are employing the same technology to develop more sophisticated phishing campaigns, malware and real-time attack techniques. This shift is reducing the effectiveness of traditional security models that rely heavily on manual monitoring and response. 
As a result, GCCs are integrating AI into cybersecurity operations to strengthen threat detection and response. AI-enabled security platforms support continuous monitoring, predictive threat analysis, automated incident response and behavioural analytics, allowing organisations to identify and mitigate risks more efficiently while reducing response times. 
Commenting on the changing role of cybersecurity within GCCs, Alouk Kumar, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Inductus Group, said cybersecurity has become a business imperative as these centres evolve into global innovation hubs. He noted that the growing adoption of AI, cloud technologies and intelligent automation has made cyber resilience fundamental to sustainable digital transformation rather than merely a technology function. 
The regulatory environment is adding another layer of complexity. Organisations operating across multiple jurisdictions must comply with an expanding range of data protection, privacy and cybersecurity regulations. GCCs are increasingly supporting enterprise governance by embedding security controls and compliance frameworks into digital transformation programmes, enabling businesses to meet regulatory requirements while maintaining operational agility. 
The growing demand for cybersecurity talent is also reshaping the role of GCCs. As organisations face an industry-wide shortage of professionals with expertise in emerging technologies and cyber defence, many centres are investing in continuous learning, specialised training and workforce development to build future-ready security capabilities. 
As GCCs continue to expand their strategic responsibilities, cybersecurity is expected to become as fundamental as AI, cloud computing and data management. The organisations that integrate security into every stage of digital transformation will be better positioned to protect enterprise operations, strengthen resilience and support long-term business growth in an increasingly connected global economy.