Quantum Leap, a company specializing in cybersecurity and intelligence solutions for U.S. government agencies, has received an investment from funds managed by Carlyle (NASDAQ: CG). The transaction also includes reinvestment from Jim Miller, Quantum Leap’s founder and CEO, as well as Razor’s Edge and other existing shareholders.

Quantum Leap provides technology and intelligence services across several domains including space, cyber, electromagnetic spectrum, and maritime operations. The company is known for its work with defense and intelligence agencies on national security challenges.

Jim Miller will remain as CEO following the investment. He commented on the partnership: “We are delighted by this opportunity to partner with Carlyle, one of the preeminent investors in the defense and intelligence sectors, and to benefit from their expertise as we continue to execute for our customers. We chose to partner with Carlyle because of their long track record supporting companies focused on national security and commitment to continue investing in Quantum Leap’s people and solutions to drive mission impact.”

Dayne Baird, Partner on Carlyle’s Aerospace, Defense & Government team, said: “We are extremely excited to partner with Jim Miller and the Quantum Leap team. Quantum Leap is a truly unique business, with extraordinary people and capabilities that are focused on enabling some of our country’s most critical and complex missions. We are honored to support Quantum Leap in the pursuit of advancing our national security.”

Jack Kerrigan, Managing Partner at Razor’s Edge added: “The Quantum Leap team manages programs of global consequence with a level of professionalism, innovation, and focus that is simply extraordinary. We are thrilled to continue this work with Quantum Leap and Carlyle, investors who share Jim’s standard of excellence, integrity, and commitment to customers.”

J.P. Morgan served as exclusive financial advisor for Quantum Leap during this transaction. Legal counsel was provided by Covington & Burling LLP for Quantum Leap and Latham & Watkins LLP for Carlyle.

Carlyle operates globally across private equity, credit markets, and AlpInvest segments. As of June 30, 2025 it manages $465 billion in assets through offices located on four continents (https://www.carlyle.com/). Razor's Edge invests in technology companies serving national security needs.