Boost Your Cybersecurity Startup with YES!Delft’s Special Programme

Are you a startup developing cyber security technology and looking to validate your idea or accelerate your traction in the market? Cyber threats are becoming more frequent and carry a greater sting than ever. AI is creating new attack possibilities, while ransomware has returned with a vengeance after a relatively quiet 2022. Cybercriminals are getting bolder, attacking high-value targets such as banks, hospitals, public utilities and government agencies. To counter these threats, YES!Delft is looking for startups with the ambition to make a difference!

In a collaboration with InnovationQuarter & The Hague Municipality, YES!Delft has created a special program for cyber security startups. You will take part in the regular YES!Delft Validation Program or the Accelerator Program in Delft. In addition to our proven startup support you will receive support from renowned cyber security experts and companies. This will be in the form of 1-on-1 expert sessions and workshops. 

The Cyber Security Programs offer startups access to:

• An extensive network of partners and potential launching customers, including TNO, Siemens and Google.
• Expertise and mentorship by leading cyber security experts like Geert van Kuyck (Former Chief Commercial Officer of Riscure) and Pieter Jansen (Cybersecurity founder: Cybersprint exit to Darktrace)
• Financing opportunities: support in obtaining investments (partners like TIN Capital and Keen Ventures are part of our network);
• Market validation and growth: workshops and guidance to help startups further develop their products and gain market access.

The next Validation Programme will start in January and again in May 2026. After signing up, a startup scout will contact you with more details about the Cybersecurity Programme.

Who can apply

The programme welcomes startups that want to either validate their idea (problem-solution fit) or are ready to accelerate their business, grow their team and broaden their network.

Why join?

Tailored support: Choose the programme that best fits your startup stage, from validation to scaling.
Expert guidance: Get hands-on advice from cybersecurity professionals and industry mentors.
Networking opportunities: Engage with cybersecurity experts, companies, and like-minded entrepreneurs.
Make an impact: Help shape the future of cybersecurity with innovative solutions that matter.

How to apply

Are you ready to take your cybersecurity startup to the next level? Learn more about the programmes and application process here YES!Delft Cybersecurity Programmes

Don’t miss this opportunity to accelerate your business and drive innovation in cybersecurity!

The (Cybersecurity) Validation & Accelerator programme is organised by YES!Delft, Europe’s leading tech incubator and accelerator, in collaboration with the Municipality of The Hague and InnovationQuarter. And supported by, among others, the Ministry of Economic Affairs, TNO, the Ministry of Justice and Security, ROM-NL, Security Delta (HSD), HSD Campus, TU Delft, Digital Holland (Topsector ICT), and are in line with the vision and approach of the KIA Security and KIA Digitalization partnership.