Securing European Sovereignty: Cybersecurity Solutions for Institutions
Our DNA sets us apart from the rest. For decades, we have provided cybersecurity, safety and sustainability services not only to the Airbus Group but also across various European Union Institutions Bodies and Agencies (EUIBAs), earning a reputation for excellence and reliability. What truly distinguishes Airbus Protect is our unwavering commitment to European sovereignty, backed by national security clearances in Germany, France, Spain and the UK. Our dedicated teams are also rigorously certified, holding industry-leading credentials such as OSCP, OSEP and OSWE, so no matter how complex, we can help keep EUIBAs protected.
The introduction of the NIS2 Directive, the Cyber Resilience Act, and the proposed Cybersecurity Act revision marks a definitive turning point in European oversight. Together, these frameworks redefine the continental regulatory landscape, transitioning from discretionary guidelines to a rigorous, mandatory standard for ensuring European cyber resilience.
Institutional trust
For over eight years, Airbus Protect has served as a cornerstone of European institutional security, protecting 17 major EUIBAs including the European Commission, the External Action Service, FRONTEX and so forth. This legacy of trust reaches a new milestone with the MC17 FREIA framework contract, through which Airbus Protect and its partners Capgemini, Nviso, and PwC will deliver comprehensive cybersecurity services to the European Commission and 71 EU entities. As the largest commitment of its kind, this agreement places Airbus Protect at the heart of the Union’s collective defense.
This role is further amplified by our strategic partnership with ENISA, ENISA Cyber Partnership Programme, where we reinforce regional stability by delivering actionable threat intelligence to all 27 Member States. Besides, through the ENISA Cybersecurity Reserve, Airbus Protect delivers critical “cyber provision” and Incident Response services, playing a vital role in the Union’s collective defense against large-scale threats.
Complementing this EU-wide support is our deep-seated authority in safety-critical sectors as an EASA-accredited Qualified Entity. By bridging the gap between strategic policy and technical aviation realities, we move beyond simple compliance to ensure fundamental operational resilience across the European landscape.
European Sovereignty
We leverage a significant European sovereign strike force, managed through 5 interconnected Security Operations Centres (SOCs) across France, Germany, Spain, and the UK. Operating 24/7/365, these centres provide the high-security infrastructure required to operationalise “National Eyes Only” (NEO) protocols for the Union’s most sensitive requirement. By seamlessly integrating SIEM, EDR, and SOAR technologies, we ensure the sovereign protection of everything from human capital to critical systems.
End-to-end resilience
Our approach integrates advanced threat detection with comprehensive risk management and crisis response, ensuring that organisations can anticipate and withstand sophisticated cyber threats for IT, OT and Products..
Our solutions
Our Cybersecurity Consulting Services
Governance, Risk, Resilience, Compliance
We enhance cyber resilience and compliance through GRC consulting services, audits, and a structured resilience approach specifically focused on crisis management and business continuity.
Export Control & Data Privacy
We help large organisations manage and protect sensitive citizen data while ensuring compliance with GDPR and international trade regulations.
Security Architecture Design
We support EUIBAs in implementing robust security architectures tailored to the unique needs of institutional IT systems.
Awareness and Training
We help EUIBAs test their preparedness for a cyber attack through awareness and training exercises.
Our Managed Security Services
SOC Services
We provide 24/7/365 end-to-end protection via our transnational sovereign network of SOCs in France, Germany, Spain, and the UK.
Vulnerability Management
We identify and resolve vulnerabilities before attackers can exploit them, continuously monitoring the entire attack surface to protect the institution's digital footprint.
Incident response
We are standing ready 24/7 to provide on-demand response and conduct thorough investigations during live attacks to maintain operational resilience.
Our certifications
A trusted partner for a secure future
Drawing from a deep-rooted industrial heritage from the Airbus Group and a singular focus on strategic autonomy, Airbus Protect uniquely bridges the gap between technical excellence and institutional needs. By leveraging our experts to navigate complex regulatory frameworks, we move beyond pure compliance to instill proactive resilience across the Union’s most vital infrastructure. Our mission remains clear: to uphold the operational integrity of European governance, ensuring a secure future for a sovereign Europe.
ISO 27001
EASA Accredited Partner
PASSI
BSI
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