Center of Excellence Security - StartUp Cyber JumpStart

Accelerate Your Cybersecurity Journey from Day One!

Empower your startup with robust, scalable, and proactive cybersecurity solutions tailored for rapid growth.

StartUp Cyber JumpStart at COE Security

At COE Security, we recognize that startups face unique challenges in securing their digital assets, particularly when resources and expertise may be limited. Our StartUp Cyber JumpStart program is designed to help early-stage companies quickly establish a strong cybersecurity foundation, ensuring they are protected from the outset while they grow and scale.

Our program provides startups with essential cybersecurity tools, services, and guidance to navigate the complex cyber threat landscape. Whether you’re building your first product or expanding your customer base, we offer affordable, scalable solutions that prioritize critical security controls and align with industry best practices. By embedding security into your organization’s culture and operations early, we help you mitigate risks and avoid costly security breaches.

With StartUp Cyber JumpStart, you’ll have access to tailored security assessments, foundational cybersecurity frameworks, and expert advice that will allow you to focus on business development without worrying about cyber threats.

Our Approach

Understand Business Model and Risk Profile: Align cybersecurity priorities with your startup’s size, industry, data sensitivity, and growth trajectory.
Conduct Lightweight Security Risk Assessment: Identify critical assets, potential threats, and current gaps using a fast, scalable evaluation process.
Establish Foundational Security Policies: Create clear, startup-friendly policies for access control, acceptable use, incident response, and data handling.
Implement Identity and Access Management (IAM): Set up user accounts, enforce MFA, and define role-based access for development, admin, and business teams.
Secure Development and Deployment Environments: Harden workstations, cloud accounts, and CI/CD pipelines against common attack vectors.

Set Up Endpoint Protection and Monitoring: Deploy antivirus, EDR, or XDR tools to monitor device health and detect early signs of compromise.
Protect Customer and Internal Data: Apply encryption, tokenization, and secure storage for personal, financial, and intellectual property data.
Train Team on Security Best Practices: Conduct awareness sessions covering phishing, password hygiene, and safe development practices.
Prepare an Incident Response and Backup Plan: Define steps to detect, respond to, and recover from breaches, with automated backups in place.
Track Maturity and Plan Next-Phase Security: Provide a roadmap for evolving from reactive to proactive cybersecurity as your startup scales.

Tailored Cybersecurity Framework

Rapid Risk Assessment

Scalable Security Solutions

Compliance Readiness Support

StartUp Cyber JumpStart Process

Our established methodology delivers comprehensive testing and actionable recommendations.

Analyze

Plan & Strategize

Implement

Monitor & Adapt

Optimize

Why Choose COE Security's StartUp Cyber JumpStart program?

Cybersecurity Built for Startups: We deliver security foundations without the cost or complexity of enterprise tools.
Fast, Scalable Engagement Model: Our rapid deployment approach secures your environment within days, not months.
Customized for Your Startup Stage: Whether pre-seed or Series A, we adapt controls based on your growth and resource levels.
Security That Supports Innovation: We help you move fast and stay compliant without slowing down product development.
Expertise Across Startup Tech Stacks: Our team understands modern stacks—from SaaS and APIs to mobile and cloud-native.

Developer-Friendly Security Guidance: We integrate security controls that align with your dev workflows and CI/CD pipelines.
Data Protection from Day One: We build in compliance-readiness for customer trust and regulatory requirements early.
Ready for VC and Enterprise Audits: We help you meet security expectations from investors, partners, and clients.
Affordable, High-Impact Packages: Our services are priced and structured for lean teams with big cybersecurity needs.
A Trusted Partner as You Scale: COE Security grows with you enhancing security maturity as your team, customers, and risks evolve.

Five areas of StartUp Cyber JumpStart

Security Program Development

Building a comprehensive Security Program is essential for startups looking to ensure long-term cybersecurity resilience. At COE Security, we work closely with your team to design a security program that addresses your unique business needs and aligns with industry best practices. Our experts assess your infrastructure, identify vulnerabilities, and establish policies and procedures for risk management, data protection, and incident response. We ensure that the security program is scalable to grow with your organization, making it easier for your startup to stay compliant with regulations and mitigate emerging threats. A strong Security Program provides a solid foundation for secure business operations and positions you for future growth.

Application Security Consulting

In the fast-paced world of startups, securing your applications is critical to protecting sensitive data and customer trust. Our Application Security Consulting service provides expert guidance to help you secure your applications throughout the development lifecycle. We assist you with threat modeling, code reviews, vulnerability assessments, and secure coding practices to ensure that your applications are robust against cyber threats. By identifying potential security flaws early, we help you prevent costly breaches, ensuring that your software and applications meet industry standards and are safe for use by your customers. With our support, you can ensure that your applications remain secure, scalable, and ready for future growth.

Cloud Security Consulting

As startups increasingly rely on cloud infrastructure, securing your cloud environment becomes a top priority. Our Cloud Security Consulting services guide you through the complexities of securing cloud-based assets and data. We assist in configuring cloud security controls, implementing strong access management policies, and monitoring cloud resources for potential vulnerabilities. By working with leading cloud providers, we ensure that your data remains protected in cloud environments, mitigating the risks associated with cloud migrations and multi-cloud strategies. Our expert consultants help you establish secure cloud configurations, adhere to regulatory compliance, and optimize your cloud security posture for both operational efficiency and protection.

Compliance as a Service

For startups navigating the regulatory landscape, ensuring compliance with industry standards is often complex and time-consuming. Our Compliance as a Service offers startups a comprehensive approach to meeting regulatory requirements, including GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, and other applicable standards. Our experts provide ongoing assessments, audits, and remediation services to ensure your business stays compliant with ever-changing regulations. We work with your team to build and maintain a compliance framework tailored to your specific industry, helping you avoid penalties and reputational damage. With Compliance as a Service, your startup can focus on growth while staying compliant and secure.

Cyber Resilience

Cyber Resilience is about more than just defending against attacks – it’s about ensuring that your startup can continue operations even in the face of a cyber incident. At COE Security, we work with you to integrate Cyber Resilience into your business operations, helping you develop strategies for threat detection, risk mitigation, and rapid recovery. Our team assists in creating disaster recovery plans, implementing business continuity strategies, and conducting simulations to ensure that your startup can quickly recover from any disruption. With Cyber Resilience, your organization becomes more adaptable and capable of maintaining service continuity in the face of cyber challenges.

Advanced Offensive Security Solutions

COE Security empowers your organization with on-demand expertise to uncover vulnerabilities, remediate risks, and strengthen your security posture. Our scalable approach enhances agility, enabling you to address current challenges and adapt to future demands without expanding your workforce.