Türkiye Siber Güvenlik Kümelenmesi

What Türkiye Siber Güvenlik Kümelenmesi does

Türkiye Siber Güvenlik Kümelenmesi (Turkish Cyber Security Cluster) is a non-profit cybersecurity industry cluster established in 2017 and officially launched in 2018, operated by SSTEK Inc. under the strategic oversight of Turkey's Presidency of Defence Industry Agency (SSB) and an inter-ministerial Advisory Board. It functions as a membership-based ecosystem platform connecting 216 Turkish cybersecurity product/service companies with enterprise and government buyers and academic institutions. Core platform capabilities include a searchable catalog of 379 products, 698 professional services, and 365 certified training programs across categories such as network security, endpoint security, cloud security, IoT security, identity and access management, OT/ICS, GRC, and data analytics.

The catalog aggregates member-built solutions including NameDefence (DDI/DNS security), Kron PAM (privileged access management with AI-driven anomaly detection), ClusterEye (database observability and compliance), Fortilogger (Law No. 5651-compliant log management), SambaBox (Active Directory alternative), PassBox (self-service password reset), Guardpot (deception/honeypot), C-Prot EDR (endpoint protection), Zimbra Profelis Edition (secure email/collaboration), QORELA DC (big-data investigation with CV/speech/NLP), DataDiodeX (unidirectional gateway for critical infrastructure), Denetto (ISMS automation), and Promise Super App (BPMN/RPA with predictive analytics and digital twins). The cluster facilitates B2B introductions, technology integrations between members, distribution partnerships (e.g., Guardpot-ICM, Guardpot-MobileITM), and international showcase events such as the September 2025 Fairmont Dubai cybersecurity event.

Revenue mechanics are not publicly disclosed but are anchored on recurring membership fees paid by Turkish-domiciled cybersecurity companies and on catalog visibility/placement, with the cluster likely capturing additional value from sponsored events and government-backed programs. The cluster's buyer-side value proposition is concentrated discovery and vetting of domestic providers; its seller-side value proposition is shared marketing, partnership brokering, and a regulatory-backed credibility signal that is difficult for a private marketplace to replicate. Direct operations are lean (1-10 employees) and rely on member contributions and SSTEK Inc. coordination rather than a traditional product P&L.

Name

Türkiye Siber Güvenlik Kümelenmesi

Legal name

Türkiye Siber Güvenlik Kümelenmesi

Website

https://siberkume.org.tr

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Türkiye Siber Güvenlik Kümelenmesi is a government-backed, non-profit cybersecurity industry cluster operating a membership catalog of 379 products, 698 services, and 365 training programs from 216 Turkish vendor members. It connects domestic cybersecurity providers with enterprise, government, and academic buyers and brokers partnerships and international showcases.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cybersecurity Industry Cluster

NAICS

Business Associations (813910), Business, Professional, Labor, Political, and Similar Organizations (8139)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370)

akta.pro primary industry

Cybersecurity Architecture & Security Integration (BPAEAAAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cybersecurity Training & Awareness Programs (BPAEANAF), Cybersecurity (General) (EDAOAIAB)

Keywords

• Cybersecurity cluster
• Cybersecurity ecosystem
• Security product catalog
• Cybersecurity training programs
• Security service providers

Headquarters

HQ city

Çankaya

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: Companies developing cybersecurity products/services and located in Türkiye can become members of the cluster. The cluster likely derives revenue from membership fees.
2. Catalog Visibility: Members receive visibility through the catalog system showcasing their products, services, and training offerings.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Türkiye Siber Güvenlik Kümelenmesi (Turkish Cyber Security Cluster) operates a membership-based cybersecurity ecosystem platform that catalogs 379 cybersecurity products, 698 professional cybersecurity services, and 365 certified training programs from 216 member companies. The cluster facilitates collaboration among public institutions, private sector companies, and academic institutions, providing members with catalog visibility, event coordination, and partnership facilitation to enhance domestic and international market reach.

Product overview

Türkiye Siber Güvenlik Kümelenmesi (Turkish Cyber Security Cluster) is a cybersecurity ecosystem platform that catalogs products, services, and training from member companies. The cluster offers a portfolio of 379 products, 698 services, and 365 training programs across the Turkish cybersecurity landscape. The products include network and infrastructure security solutions (NameDefence, Fortilogger), identity and access management platforms (Kron PAM, SambaBox, PassBox), database security and monitoring tools (ClusterEye), endpoint protection (C-Prot EDR), deception technology (Guardpot), secure communication (Zimbra Profelis Edition), big data analytics (QORELA DC), and process automation platforms (Promise Super App). These products serve various sectors including government, banking, healthcare, and critical infrastructure, with integrations across databases, identity systems, communication platforms, and SIEM tools.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Cybersecurity Product Catalog A searchable catalog of 379 cybersecurity products from member companies, covering network security, endpoint security, cloud security, IoT security, identity and access management, OT/ICS security, threat intelligence, data security, and more. Targets enterprise and government buyers seeking vetted Turkish cybersecurity vendors.
• Cybersecurity Service Catalog A directory of 698 professional cybersecurity services including penetration testing, SOC services, forensics, consulting, managed security services, and training. Targets organizations seeking specialized cybersecurity expertise from member providers.
• Cybersecurity Training Catalog A catalog of 365 certified cybersecurity training programs covering various specializations for cybersecurity professionals. Targets individuals and organizations seeking to develop cybersecurity workforce capabilities.
• Cluster Membership Program Membership-based program for cybersecurity product/service developers located in Turkey, providing collaboration opportunities, market visibility, event participation, and partnership facilitation. Targets Turkish cybersecurity companies seeking ecosystem engagement.

Quantifiable outcome

• 216 member companies
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration51 records

AI capability27 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered major, core and minor.

• ICM Cyber Security DistributionmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 24 September 2025ICM Cyber Security Distribution led an exclusive event at Fairmont Dubai showcasing innovative cybersecurity solutions. Guardpot demonstrated deception technology for early detection, and Forestall Security showcased identity security and risk management solutions.
• Forestall SecuritycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 September 2025Participated in Dubai event to showcase solutions for enhancing identity security and risk management across enterprise infrastructures through live demonstrations.
• CYSEC GLOBALminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 24 September 2025Contributed to the Dubai cybersecurity event alongside ICM, Guardpot, and Forestall Security.
• MobileITMcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 September 2025Guardpot and MobileITM formed a strategic integration partnership. Mobile device security is strengthened through this integration combining Guardpot's deception technology with MobileITM's mobile security capabilities.
• ICM Bilgi Teknolojileri DağıtımmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 27 June 2025Guardpot and ICM signed a strategic distribution partnership for Turkey. Guardpot's advanced Honeypot technology, threat intelligence infrastructure, and attacker behavior analysis capabilities will reach a wider audience through ICM's strong channel network and regional experience. The partnership aims to advance defense capabilities against digital attacks and provide more proactive solutions against threats.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Global Cyber Alliance: International non-profit focused on reducing cyber risk through cross-sector collaboration. Comparable as a multi-stakeholder cybersecurity non-profit, but with a mission-driven tools and standards agenda rather than vendor cataloging.
• SANS Institute: Global cybersecurity training and certification organization. Comparable in delivering large-scale cybersecurity training programs and certifications, but operates a commercial training model rather than a vendor cluster.
• (ISC)²: Global non-profit association for cybersecurity professionals offering certifications, training, and member services. Comparable as a global cybersecurity membership body, but with a much broader professional-services focus rather than a vendor/product catalog.
• ISACA: Global professional association for IT governance, risk, security, and audit professionals. Comparable as an internationally recognized cybersecurity membership organization, though focused on credentials and standards rather than vendor aggregation.

Direct peers

• Systematic Paris-Region: French deep-tech cluster with a cybersecurity pillar that aggregates member companies, research labs, and public actors. Comparable as a government-supported cluster platform providing visibility, partnerships, and ecosystem coordination.
• ClusIT: Italy's primary information security association, connecting cybersecurity vendors, professionals, and public institutions. Highly comparable as a national membership-driven ecosystem organization focused on coordinating the domestic cybersecurity industry.
• European Cyber Security Organisation (ECSO): European industry association representing cybersecurity vendors, research institutions, and public stakeholders. Comparable as a multi-stakeholder membership body coordinating a regional cybersecurity ecosystem and policy engagement.
• CyberSpark: Israeli cybersecurity cluster based in Beersheva that brings together companies, academia, and government to build a regional cyber ecosystem. Comparable model of public-private-academic coordination around a curated member base.

Regional players

• Cyber Wales: Welsh cybersecurity ecosystem organization supporting member companies, events, and skills development. Comparable as a regional cluster body focused on promoting a domestic cybersecurity industry internationally.
• Singapore Cybersecurity Consortium: Singapore-based consortium linking academia, industry, and government to advance cybersecurity research and commercialization. Comparable as an Asia-region cluster body coordinating public-private-academic cybersecurity activity.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/siberkume
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/siberkume

Compliance19 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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