Booz Allen Hamilton (NYSE: BAH) announced a partnership with OpenAI to deploy artificial intelligence solutions for national security and critical infrastructure missions, according to a press release from the company.

Under the agreement, Booz Allen engineers will gain access to OpenAI's product roadmap insights, technical enablement, and training resources. The partnership also includes multi-tier AI upskilling programs, digital badging, and Technical Experience Groups intended to connect Booz Allen technical staff with emerging mission requirements.

The companies said the arrangement builds on an existing collaboration, with the goal of accelerating secure AI deployment for U.S. defense, intelligence, and commercial clients.

"Keeping pace with fast-moving frontier models is mission-critical for our customers. They need the best AI ready for real-world operations," said Bryce Pippert, executive vice president leading ventures and partnerships at Booz Allen.

Joe Larson, vice president of OpenAI for Government, said: "AI is only as strong as the environment it runs in. Our partnership with Booz Allen brings secure AI to the frontlines of national security missions and beyond."