Scale your cybersecurity business in Zuid-Holland
A powerhouse region where global innovators land, grow, and lead
Zuid-Holland — home to The Hague and Rotterdam — rapidly emerging as one of Europe’s top regions for cybersecurity business. From Europol and NATO to 275+ Security Delta (HSD) partners, Zuid-Holland has become the hotspot for digital resilience — with over 30% of all Dutch cybersecurity companies based here.
As geopolitical tensions rise, Europe is investing heavily in its digital defenses. The $1.1B NATO innovation hub, announced for the Netherlands, underscores the region’s strategic position at the intersection of security, innovation, and policy.
What sets this region apart? A powerful concentration of assets that make it a launchpad for cybersecurity innovation:
- Global institutions like NATO NCIA, Europol, Eurojust, and OPCW;
- The political heart of the Netherlands, driving policy and strategic coordination;
- Collaboration across government, academia, and industry, fueling real-world solutions.
The backbone of this ecosystem is Security Delta (HSD) — a collaborative network of 275+ partners working on digital security, national security, forensics, and critical infrastructure. The cluster is headquartered at the HSD Campus in The Hague, with connections across Zuid-Holland and the Netherlands.
Recent international landings: global cyber innovators choose Zuid-Holland
Cybersecurity scale-ups and impact-driven organizations are already making the move. Here are just a few recent landings in the region:
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Neuvik (US) – helps businesses find and fix security gaps, train their teams, and manage cyber risks — so they can grow with confidence.
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CyberPeace Institute (Switzerland) – protecting NGOs from cyber threats by offering free cybersecurity support, tracking threats, and pushing for better protection policies worldwide.
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Keypasco (Sweden) – expanding its patented digital ID technology through one mobile app, they are now serving the EU market from its new base in The Hague.
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S2 Grupo (Spain) – delivers advanced cybersecurity and OT security services to protect Europe’s critical infrastructure and digital sovereignty.
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iT.eam (Brazil) – expanding into Europe from The Hague, offering flexible, high-quality security services tailored to mid-sized tech companies.
A market that’s ready and growing
With Europe tightening its cybersecurity framework (think NIS2 and the Cyber Resilience Act), market demand for trusted, compliant, and scalable solutions is booming.
Zuid-Holland offers direct access to:
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Events like the ONE Conference, which serve as a platform for uniting the cybersecurity community;
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Sector-specific ISACs (Information Sharing and Analysis Centers) and platforms like the Cyber Resilience Center Port of Rotterdam and Digital Trust Center;
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National and EU public sector clients;
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Corporates looking to partner, procure, or invest in cyber solutions.
Talent access
Zuid-Holland is home to 17,600+ cybersecurity professionals, fueled by graduates from leading universities like TU Delft, Leiden University, and Erasmus University. And also supported by a thriving ecosystem of employers, including the 275+ partners in Security Delta (HSD).
If specific skills can’t be found locally, The Netherlands makes it easy to attract international talent through:
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The Highly Skilled Migrant route;
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English-speaking work culture;
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An international expat-friendly environment;
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Strong infrastructure, housing, schools — and yes, even a beach.
Cybersecurity Incubation Program
Are you building the next big thing in cybersecurity? Zuid-Holland offers more than just a thriving ecosystem.
Cybersecurity Validation & Acceleration Program that supports cybersecurity startups at two key growth stages:
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Validation Track – for early-stage founders refining product-market fit.
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Acceleration Track – for scale-ups ready to grow (next round: October 2025).
This program is jointly organized by YES!Delft, InnovationQuarter, and the Municipality of The Hague — three leading forces in startup acceleration, innovation, and regional economic development.
Upcoming events
Cybersecurity Week 2025
29-09 tot 03-10
From Monday, September 29, to Friday, October 3, 2025, The Hague, the international city of peace an...
Let’s make your landing a success
If you’re ready to explore soft landing support, partnership opportunities, or scaling from a trusted EU base — we’re here to help. Get in touch with our Foreign Investment Managers. They’ll help you tap into the right networks, funding, facilities, and talent — across Zuid-Holland.
Martijn van Hoogenhuijze
Teamlead Foreign Investments / Sr. Account Manager Cybersecurity
