Datect

What Datect does

Datect B.V. is a Netherlands-based cybersecurity services company founded in 2021, headquartered in Naarden (Noord-Holland) with a secondary office in Zwolle. The company targets Dutch SMB and mid-market businesses with a portfolio spanning risk assessment, penetration testing, security awareness training, NIS2 compliance, ISO-as-a-service, and cyber insurance advisory. Its core proposition is a pragmatic, hands-on, full program approach (analysis → advice → action plan → ongoing support) segmented into three monthly subscription tiers: Cyber Essential (€295/month), Cyber Advanced (€595/month), and NIS2 Compliant (€795/month), supplemented by one-time assessments (€995–€2,950) and a free 18-question diagnostic report used as a top-of-funnel lead generation tool.

The underlying technology stack rests on industry-standard frameworks (CIS Controls and the ENISA Threat Landscape model) applied to a custom 18-question diagnostic, a Security Awareness Platform with interactive training and reporting, a dashboard for tracking security posture over time, and an ISO-as-a-service offering delivered by certified personnel (CCSP, CISM, CISSP). Datect monetizes through a mix of recurring subscriptions, one-time professional services, and managed services, with go-to-market executed via direct sales, an IT-provider channel partnership (2ICT), content marketing, SEO, LinkedIn, and Google Ads. The company is privately held, founder-controlled (Paul Verhoef, Managing Director), with no disclosed venture capital or private equity backing.

Name

Datect

Legal name

DATECT B.V.

Website

https://datect.nl

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Datect is a Dutch cybersecurity services provider that delivers subscription-based risk assessments, penetration testing, security awareness training, and NIS2 compliance to SMB and mid-market companies across the Netherlands.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Managed Cybersecurity Services

NAICS

Business Support Services (5614)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Security Maturity Assessments & Benchmarking (BPAKADAO)

Keywords

• Cybersecurity services
• Managed security services
• Penetration testing
• Security awareness training
• NIS2 compliance

Headquarters

HQ city

Naarden

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Subscription Packages (Cyber Essential, Cyber Advanced, NIS2): Monthly subscription model offering cybersecurity services in three tiers. Cyber Essential (€295/month) includes risk assessment, vulnerability test, incident response plan, and ISO as a service. Cyber Advanced (€595/month) includes security awareness, security test, and incident response plan. NIS2 compliant (€795) includes IT-security policy, NIS2 controls implementation, workflow management, cyber insurance option, and NIS2 QM certificate.
2. Risk Assessment (One-time): One-time risk assessment service priced at €2,950 covering cybersecurity analysis, disaster recovery plan testing, backup procedures validation, ethical hacking, and human factor evaluation
3. Cybersecurity Risk Review (One-time): One-time risk inventory service at €995 covering risk profile assessment and actionable advice using CIS framework and ENISA Threatlandscape model
4. Cyber Insurance Advisory (One-time): One-time cyber insurance selection assistance at €395, including needs assessment, policy comparison, terms evaluation, and ongoing compliance monitoring
5. ISO as a Service: Monthly Information Security Officer service where clients can pre-book consulting hours at a fixed monthly rate for ongoing security support and guidance

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Datect delivers subscription-based cybersecurity programs and advisory services to Dutch small and medium-sized businesses, covering risk assessment, vulnerability and penetration testing, incident response planning, security awareness training, NIS2 compliance implementation, and dedicated Information Security Officer support. The core revenue is generated through three monthly subscription tiers (Cyber Essential €295, Cyber Advanced €595, NIS2 Compliant €795), supplemented by one-time risk assessments and advisory services.

Product overview

Datect offers a cybersecurity services portfolio consisting of three main subscription tiers (Cyber Essential at €295/month, Cyber Advanced at €595/month, and NIS2 Compliant at €795) alongside optional add-on modules including a Security Awareness Platform, ISO as a Service, Security Testing/Pentesting, and cyber insurance advisory. The offering is complemented by one-time assessment services (Risk Assessment at €2950, Risico Inventarisatie at €995), a free Diagnoserapport self-assessment tool, and ongoing Cyber Security Support. The three subscription packages form the core offering, with add-on modules extending capabilities for organizations requiring specific services such as employee training, external CISO support, or technical penetration testing. Advisory and assessment services provide entry points and supplemental capabilities for organizations at various maturity levels.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Cybersecurity Subscription Packages Three-tier recurring cybersecurity program for Dutch SMBs and mid-market companies: Cyber Essential (€295/month) bundles risk assessment, vulnerability test, incident response plan, and ISO as a service; Cyber Advanced (€595/month) adds security awareness, security test, incident response plan & testing, and optional cyber insurance; NIS2 Compliant (€795/month) covers full NIS2 implementation including IT-security policy, NIS2 controls and processes, workflow management system, NIS2 QM certificate, optional cyber insurance, full outsourcing, and ISO as a service.
• Security Awareness Platform Interactive training platform that helps organizations train employees to recognize and defend against cyber threats such as phishing attacks, with customizable content and progress reporting. Targeted at organizations whose employees are the primary security weak point.
• ISO as a Service Dedicated Information Security Officer service providing an external CISO at a fixed monthly fee, helping organizations implement and maintain security standards including ISO27001, NEN7510, and BIO compliance with pre-bookable consulting hours.
• Risk Assessment Comprehensive one-time analysis (€2,950) examining the ICT landscape, performing ethical hacking, disaster recovery plan testing, backup procedures evaluation, and employee security awareness assessment for organizations seeking a full security snapshot.
• Risico Inventarisatie (Cybersecurity Risk Review) Cybersecurity risk review (€995 one-time) assessing risk profile and providing actionable advice using the Centre of Internet Security (CIS) framework and the ENISA Threat Landscape model, covering 11 ENISA cybersecurity risks and 18 CIS security controls.
• Security Testing / Pentesting Technical security testing services including automated vulnerability scanning and penetration testing (pentesting) performed by ethical hackers across blackbox, graybox, and whitebox methodologies to assess effectiveness of security measures on websites, servers, and networks.
• Cyber Insurance Advice One-time advisory service (€395) helping businesses assess cyber insurance needs, evaluate policies and premiums, and ensure ongoing compliance with insurance requirements.
• Cyber Security Support Year-round ongoing support providing continuous assistance with implementing security recommendations, periodic reviews, and helpdesk access 52 weeks per year to help organizations stay current on emerging threats.
• Diagnoserapport (Cyber Scan) Free 18-question self-analysis providing direct insight into organizational cybersecurity posture, delivered as a diagnostic report via email, used as a lead-generation entry point into Datect's subscription and advisory services.

Quantifiable outcome

• 40% of SMBs affected by cybercrime
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers20 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• 2ICTcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partnership between 2ICT (IT services company with offices in Harderwijk and Zwolle) and Datect for complementary security services. 2ICT handles security around systems and applications while Datect manages policy, processes, and human factors, including pentesting. The companies work together to provide comprehensive cybersecurity coverage for shared clients. They also collaborate on knowledge sharing with customers and prospects.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Secura: Dutch-based cybersecurity firm specializing in compliance, risk assessments, and pen testing for SMB and enterprise clients across Europe. Closely comparable to Datect's CIS/ENISA-based assessment and advisory services.
• ON2IT: Dutch managed security services provider offering SOC, MDR, and advisory services to mid-market and enterprise organizations. Comparable to Datect in geography and managed service orientation, though serving larger accounts.
• Northwave: Dutch cybersecurity services firm offering managed security, incident response, and security awareness to European SMB and mid-market clients. Highly comparable to Datect in geography, customer segment, and service-led model.
• DearBytes: Dutch cybersecurity provider delivering managed security services, pen testing, and compliance support to SMBs and mid-market organizations. Comparable to Datect on Dutch market focus and security services portfolio.
• Tesorion: Dutch cybersecurity firm providing threat detection, incident response, and managed security services to mid-market Dutch organizations. Comparable to Datect on Dutch market focus and security services orientation.
• Zerocopter: Dutch cybersecurity platform combining ethical hacking, bug bounty, and managed security testing for SMB and mid-market clients. Comparable to Datect on pen testing, ethical hacking, and SMB Dutch-market focus.
• Guardians: Dutch cybersecurity services firm specializing in NIS2 compliance consulting, pen testing, and security awareness for Dutch SMB and mid-market organizations. Closely comparable to Datect on Dutch market, SMB focus, and NIS2 specialization.

Broad incumbents

• Fox-IT (NCC Group): Netherlands-based cybersecurity firm (now part of NCC Group) offering high-end threat intelligence, incident response, and security consulting. Comparable to Datect's pen testing and risk assessment capabilities but operating at enterprise scale and serving a broader portfolio of customers.
• Orange Cyberdefense (SecureLink): European cybersecurity services provider with strong Dutch presence (via SecureLink acquisition), offering managed security, consulting, and incident response. A broad incumbent competing across multiple segments Datect serves.
• KPN Security: Security arm of Dutch telecom incumbent KPN, offering managed security, compliance, and cybersecurity services to Dutch SMB and enterprise customers. A larger incumbent competing for the same Dutch SMB customer base as Datect.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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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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