Behind the Build is an ongoing series spotlighting standout Microsoft partner collaborations. Each edition dives into the technical and strategic decisions that shape real-world integrations—highlighting engineering excellence, innovation, and the shared customer value created through partnership.
When Netskope was announced as Microsoft Security’s 2025 ISV Partner of the Year at RSAC, it marked the result of years of steady investment, mutual trust, and deep technical collaboration. To reflect on that journey and where it is headed, I sat down with David Willis, VP of Technology Alliances at Netskope, to discuss how Netskope builds for scale, integration, and long-term value, as well as the shared vision driving security innovations across both companies for the benefit of our mutual customers.
Read the full announcement here: Behind the Build with Netskope: Engineering at the edge for strategic impact
Original Publication: Microsoft App Assure Blog, October 1st, 2025