Secure State Cyber

What Secure State Cyber does

Secure State Cyber is an independent cybersecurity professional services firm founded in 2005 and headquartered in Sweden, with additional operations in Canada. The company delivers five core service lines: Technical Cybersecurity Review (vulnerability assessments and configuration audits), Cybersecurity Management (GAP analysis, risk management, and ongoing control against ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS Controls), DPO Service (data protection officer representation by senior legal consultants), Training and E-Learning (sector-specific awareness courses and simulated phishing), and Cyber Threat Intelligence (a subscription monitoring and analysis service). Service delivery is led by senior specialists holding dense certifications (CISSP, CISA, CISM, CRISC, CDPO, GPEN, GMOB, GWAPT, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer) with backgrounds in IT, computer science, and law, and the firm maintains ISO 9001, ISO 27001, ISO 14001, and CyberEssentials certifications across its Swedish and Canadian operations.

Name

Secure State Cyber

Legal name

Secure State Cyber

Website

https://securestatecyber.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Independent cybersecurity professional services firm founded in 2005, providing technical security reviews, cybersecurity management, DPO services, training, and threat intelligence to private and public sector clients across Sweden and Canada.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cybersecurity Consulting Services

NAICS

Investigation and Security Services (5616)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYBPAIAHAE

Cyber Defense & Information Security (National Security)

Business & Public Services/Public Sector & Government Administration/Defense & National Security

SECONDARYIMABAOAK

Secure Communications, Cryptography & Key Management Systems

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing/Defense Systems and Technologies

Keywords

• Cybersecurity consulting services
• Penetration testing
• Data protection officer
• Security awareness training
• Cyber threat intelligence

Headquarters

HQ city

Stockholm

HQ country

Sweden

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Professional Cybersecurity Services: B2B professional services revenue generated through consulting engagements for technical cybersecurity reviews, cybersecurity management, DPO services, training programs, and threat intelligence subscriptions. Services are tailored to organizational needs with systematic approaches based on standards and best practices.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Secure State Cyber is an independent cybersecurity consultancy providing professional services in cybersecurity and data privacy. It delivers technical cybersecurity reviews, cybersecurity management/compliance, DPO services, employee training and phishing simulation, and cyber threat intelligence to private and public sector organizations.

Product overview

Secure State Cyber offers professional cybersecurity services since 2005, operating as a cybersecurity services firm rather than a software product company. Their portfolio consists of five core service offerings: Technical Cybersecurity Review (vulnerability assessments and penetration testing), Cybersecurity Management (systematic security work based on standards), DPO Service (data protection officer representation), Training and E-Learning (employee awareness and phishing training), and Cyber Threat Intelligence (threat monitoring and analysis). These services are complemented by specialized training modules including sector-specific e-learning programs for healthcare, critical infrastructure, and maritime industries, as well as simulated phishing training services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Technical Cybersecurity Review Independent technical cybersecurity reviews of an organization's IT environment, checking for vulnerabilities around ports, security configurations, patch levels, access management, and network interfaces and applications.
• Cybersecurity Management Helps organizations establish, operate, and monitor systematic cybersecurity work based on organizational conditions and risks, including GAP analysis, risk management, and management and control services.
• DPO Service Data Protection Officer services providing senior legal consultants with expertise in data protection legislation, information security, and adjacent areas for organizations of varying activities and sizes.
• Training and E-Learning Employee cybersecurity training programs including e-learning courses tailored for different sectors (healthcare, critical infrastructure, shipping) and phishing training with simulated attacks.
• Cyber Threat Intelligence Subscription service for surveillance, threat analysis, and external analysis within an organization's sphere of interest, providing analysis and advice on security measures against current and future threats.
• Phishing Training of Employees Simulated phishing attack services that train employees to detect and respond to malicious email attacks, with metrics tracking risk behavior of employees and departments.
• Information Security E-Learning Course Basic cybersecurity course for employees covering threats and security awareness based on current standards such as ISO 27001 and NIST.
• Cybersecurity for Managers E-learning program for managers covering cybersecurity management according to standards and regulations.
• IT Staff Cybersecurity Training Extended course for IT staff and developers covering mechanisms and measures used to protect systems, including protecting availability, integrity, and confidentiality of networks and infrastructures.
• Maritime Cybersecurity Training Training course for security and quality managers in shipping and offshore sectors covering new IMO cybersecurity requirements and guidelines.

Quantifiable outcome

• 85% reduction in likelihood of successful attack by implementing CIS Controls 1-6 (Basic Controls)

Named customers2 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• WithSecure (formerly F-Secure): Finnish-headquartered cybersecurity firm with a consulting/services arm (WithSecure Consulting) offering cyber assessments, managed detection, and compliance services across the Nordics. Directly comparable to Secure State Cyber in cybersecurity professional services, but at much larger scale and with proprietary products.
• NCC Group: UK-headquartered cybersecurity consultancy providing technical security consulting, managed detection, and software resilience services globally. Comparable to Secure State Cyber in technical cybersecurity reviews and advisory services, but at significantly larger scale with global delivery footprint.
• Secura (Bureau Veritas): Dutch cybersecurity firm (now part of Bureau Veritas) offering cybersecurity testing, certification, and consulting across Europe. Comparable to Secure State Cyber in technical cybersecurity reviews and certification expertise (ISO 27001), now operating as part of a larger certification/assurance group.
• KPMG Sweden - Cyber & Tech Risk: Big Four advisory practice providing cybersecurity consulting, GDPR/DPO services, and cyber risk management in Sweden. Comparable to Secure State Cyber in DPO and cybersecurity management offerings, but serving larger enterprise clients with broader service portfolio.
• Orange Cyberdefense: European cybersecurity services arm of Orange Group, providing managed security, consulting, and threat intelligence across 10+ countries including the Nordics. Comparable to Secure State Cyber in cyber defense consulting and threat intelligence, but at significantly larger scale and broader geographic reach.

Direct peers

• Sentor: Swedish managed security services provider (MSSP) offering technical security testing, SOC, and compliance services to Nordic enterprises. Comparable to Secure State Cyber in cybersecurity services focus and Swedish base; overlaps on penetration testing and managed security offerings.
• Truesec: Swedish cybersecurity firm specializing in proactive cyber defense, incident response, and managed security services for Nordic enterprises and public sector. Closest direct peer to Secure State Cyber in size, geography (Sweden HQ), and service offering (technical reviews, management, threat intelligence).
• Improsec: Danish cybersecurity consultancy providing offensive security testing, security advisory, and incident response across the Nordics. Comparable to Secure State Cyber in technical cybersecurity reviews and advisory services; similarly sized Nordic boutique competitor.
• Nixu (DNV Cyber): Finnish cybersecurity services firm (now part of DNV) focused on technical cybersecurity assessments, GRC consulting, and identity management. Direct peer to Secure State Cyber in cybersecurity professional services for Nordic enterprise and public sector, with similar domain expertise in ISO 27001 and regulatory compliance.

Regional players

• Netlight: Nordic IT and cybersecurity consulting firm with presence across Sweden, Norway, Finland, Denmark, and Germany. Comparable to Secure State Cyber in cybersecurity advisory and IT consulting for enterprise clients, with similar cultural focus on Nordic quality and certifications.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/securestateab

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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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