SylLab Systems

What SylLab Systems does

SylLab Systems, Inc. is a Manassas, Virginia-based (incorporated in California) private company founded in 2019 that builds post-quantum cryptography (PQC) solutions for networks, IoT, space systems, and edge AI/ML environments. Its product portfolio is organized around three core offerings: STAR (Space Test & Readiness), an unclassified digital-twin testbed that validates AI/ML, autonomy, and post-quantum readiness with RMF-aligned evidence and readiness scoring; SSU (Secure Software Update), a cryptographically protected software update platform for mission-critical devices with anti-rollback and integrity protections; and SylLab Post Quantum, a lightweight cryptographic suite for embedded platforms that includes a Post-Quantum SDK, a configurable PQ cryptographic library for firmware, an encryption gateway for sensor data, and space-hardened secure boot and authentication solutions. A consulting service for quantum readiness assessment and cryptographic dependency mapping complements the product suite. The technology emphasizes operation in disconnected and contested environments typical of space, IoT, and defense deployments.

SylLab serves government agencies (including Space Force, DoD, and NASA), enterprises modernizing critical infrastructure, startups needing to validate space and IoT technologies, and academic researchers, with use cases spanning critical infrastructure protection, low-memory IoT device security, and emerging quantum-risk-sensitive sectors such as finance and healthcare. The go-to-market combines direct enterprise field sales, an API-first self-serve channel via dev.syllab.io, and participation in government innovation programs including AFWERX, STTR/SBIR, and state-level initiatives such as the Texas Space Commission. Revenue is generated through annual subscription packages for API and SaaS services with usage-based overages, supplemented by professional services for implementation, training, and quantum-readiness consulting. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; sales are quote-driven via a 'Book a meeting' CTA. Total disclosed funding to date is approximately $245,000–$295,000, sourced almost entirely from small non-dilutive grants (Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation, Prince William County Economic Development, and MARL 5G Accelerator) between 2019 and 2022, and the company operates with 1–10 employees.

Name

SylLab Systems

Legal name

SylLab Systems, Inc.

Website

https://syllab.io

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

SylLab Systems provides post-quantum cryptography products and a digital-twin testbed (STAR) for government agencies, enterprises, and startups securing space, IoT, and edge AI/ML systems. It monetizes via annual API/SaaS subscriptions, professional services, and quantum-readiness consulting across defense and critical infrastructure verticals.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Post-Quantum Cybersecurity Software

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (5415)

akta.pro primary industry

Quantum-Safe Cryptographic Algorithms & Protocols (PQC) (HDAGAGAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Quantum-Safe Hardware & Embedded Security (TPM/secure elements/firmware) (HDAGAGAJ), Quantum-Safe Network Infrastructure & Migration (PQC-enabled Networking) (HDAGAFAG), Quantum-Safe Secure Messaging & Data-in-Transit Protection (HDAGAGAH), Quantum Security (PQC/QKD) Training & Readiness Services (HDAGALAG)

Keywords

• Post-quantum cryptography
• Network security software
• IoT security platform
• Secure software updates
• Space mission security

Headquarters

HQ city

Manassas

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. API and SaaS Services Subscription: Subscription-based access to SylLab API and cloud-hosted SaaS software application. Offered in packages with yearly fees, recurring billing that auto-renews unless cancelled. Excess usage charges may apply for overage beyond package quotas.
2. Professional Services and Support: Product implementation, training, and other professional services provided alongside core platform offerings. Support services for API integrations and SaaS Services during subscription terms.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

SylLab Systems sells post-quantum cryptography (PQC) products and services that secure networks, IoT, space systems, and edge AI/ML platforms against future quantum-computing threats. Its commercial offering centers on three product lines — STAR (a digital-twin space readiness testbed), SSU (a cryptographically protected software update platform), and SylLab Post Quantum (lightweight embedded PQC library, SDK, encryption gateway, and space-hardened secure boot/authentication) — delivered via SylLab API and SaaS subscriptions with optional professional services and quantum-readiness consulting.

Product overview

SylLab Systems offers a platform-plus-modules architecture centered on three core products: STAR (Space Test & Readiness), SSU (Secure Software Update), and SylLab Post Quantum. STAR is a digital-twin testbed for validating AI/ML, autonomy, and post-quantum readiness in space/ground/network scenarios. SSU is a cryptographically protected update platform for mission-critical devices across IoT, satellites, and edge environments. The Post-Quantum product line delivers lightweight cryptographic solutions including a PQ SDK, embedded device cryptographic library, encryption gateway, and space-hardened crypto solutions, complemented by consulting services for quantum readiness assessments and crypto mapping.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• STAR (Space Test & Readiness): Secure, open, unclassified digital-twin testbed for validating AI/ML, autonomy, and post-quantum readiness for space missions before flight.
• SSU (Secure Software Update)
• SylLab Post Quantum

Products and services

• STAR (Space Test & Readiness) A secure, open, unclassified digital-twin testbed that helps startups, academia, and government validate AI/ML, autonomy, and post-quantum readiness before flight, raising TRL with RMF-aligned evidence and readiness scoring across realistic space/ground/network scenarios.
• SSU (Secure Software Update) A cryptographically protected update platform for mission-critical devices that ensures only trusted, authorized software is delivered and installed, with anti-rollback, integrity checks, and post-quantum readiness for embedded, edge, and disconnected environments.
• SylLab Post Quantum A suite of lightweight, high-performance post-quantum cryptography offerings for embedded and mission-critical platforms, enabling PQC-ready secure boot, hardware-enhanced encryption, and strong authentication that remain resilient as quantum threats emerge.
• Post-Quantum SDK A cryptographic library building block for developing and deploying new quantum-resistant applications and systems on the client-side, with ongoing SylLab support for SDK integration with existing and new applications.
• SylLab PQ Cryptographic Library A lightweight post-quantum cryptographic suite for embedded devices and firmware with a high degree of configuration and ongoing SylLab support for integration.
• Encryption Gateway A post-quantum gateway that protects sensor data on-premises or in the cloud, with configuration tailored to the customer environment.
• Space Hardening Crypto Solutions Secure Boot, Hardware Enhanced Encryption, and Authentication solutions hardened for satellite and spacecraft applications, providing robust quantum-ready protection in harsh space environments.
• Quantum Readiness Assessment & Crypto Mapping A consulting engagement to assess quantum risk, inventory and map cryptographic dependencies (a 'crypto bill of materials'), and deliver a prioritized roadmap to quantum readiness, including migration strategy, timeline, and validation approach.

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability1 record

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Space ForcecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment partner shown in SylLab's community and partner ecosystem. Collaboration focused on securing mission-critical space infrastructure and evaluating vendor technologies for space systems.
• NASAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNASA collaboration through STAR testbed research and government innovation programs. SylLab's ecosystem helps researchers transition technologies from lab to deployment with NASA endorsement.
• AFWERXcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAFWERX innovation program partnership enabling rapid capability demonstrations and access to defense innovation ecosystem. SylLab participates in SBIR-funded developments and rapid prototyping.
• Texas Space CommissioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState-level space innovation partnership supporting space technology development and commercialization in Texas. Part of broader ecosystem connecting builders, researchers, and operators.
• UTD (University of Texas at Dallas)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partnership with University of Texas at Dallas for research collaboration and technology transition from academia to deployment.
• Quantum Startup FoundryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerQuantum-focused startup ecosystem partner supporting quantum technology companies and innovation in post-quantum cryptography space.
• The Catalyst 2minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInnovation hub/catalyst program partner for startup and technology development ecosystem.
• SwRI (Southwest Research Institute)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerResearch institute partnership for space systems and defense technology research collaboration.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Quantum Xchange: U.S.-based quantum-safe networking vendor offering key delivery and PQC-protected communication. Comparable on the quantum-secure network/data-in-transit side of SylLab's portfolio.
• QuintessenceLabs: Australian quantum cybersecurity firm combining PQC and quantum key distribution for government and enterprise. Comparable in quantum-safe cryptography for mission-critical environments.
• Crypto4A Technologies: Provider of quantum-safe HSMs and crypto-agility platforms for governments and financial institutions. Comparable as a PQC infrastructure vendor targeting regulated and defense customers.
• PQShield: UK-based PQC specialist providing cryptographic libraries, hardware IP, and software for embedded and IoT devices. Closely comparable to SylLab's Post-Quantum library and embedded/space-hardening focus.
• ISARA Corporation: Canadian PQC pioneer offering crypto-agility libraries and migration tools for enterprise and government. Directly comparable in the quantum-readiness assessment and PQC library space.
• SandboxAQ: Well-capitalized quantum-safe security and quantum sensing platform targeting enterprise and government. Direct competitor in PQC migration consulting and cryptographic agility, with far greater scale.

Broad incumbents

• Entrust: Long-standing PKI, HSM, and identity security vendor with a published PQC roadmap. A broad incumbent that competes for the same enterprise and government crypto-modernization budgets.
• Thales (Digital Identity & Security): Global provider of HSMs, PKI, and data protection with PQC initiatives. Competes in the same enterprise/government quantum-safe encryption and key management arena as SylLab's gateway and consulting offerings.
• Keyfactor: Established PKI and crypto-agility platform for enterprise IoT and connected products. Adjacent incumbent whose customers face the same PQC migration problem SylLab addresses.

Emerging players

• Crypto Quantique: IoT security vendor combining quantum-derived keys with PQC for device identity and secure updates. Overlaps with SylLab's IoT/embedded PQC and SSU use cases.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds6 records

Investors4 records

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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