# TigerByte Cyber Secures $7M Edge Cyber Contracts

TigerByte Cyber, a cybersecurity firm specializing in hardware-based edge computing protection, has emerged from stealth with $3 million in seed funding and secured over $7 million in government contracts in 2026. These contracts involve key federal agencies including the U.S. Space Force, Navy, and DARPA, focusing on modernizing cybersecurity for legacy military and commercial platforms at the tactical edge. The company's Cyber Protection Suite technology aims to enhance security for mission-critical systems operating in constrained environments, addressing growing needs as AI/ML and connected devices proliferate in defense and aerospace sectors.

- The contracts highlight significant procurement opportunities in edge cybersecurity solutions for defense and aerospace agencies.
- Procurement professionals should note the emphasis on hardware asset protection and edge computing capabilities as critical requirements.
- Contractors specializing in cybersecurity technologies for tactical and aerospace environments may find increased demand and partnership potential.
- The involvement of multiple federal agencies indicates cross-service interest, suggesting broader market applicability for edge cybersecurity innovations.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military, Information Technology
**Topics:** Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence
**Published:** September 21, 2026

### Government Entities
- Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA)
- U.S. Space Force (USSF)
- U.S. Navy (Navy)

### Vendors
- TigerByte Cyber (prime contractor)
- Hale Capital Partners (investor)
- Tenon VC (investor)

### Key Quotes
> We founded TigerByte Cyber to bring the principles of modern cloud security to the edge, where mission critical systems operate with limited protection and no margin for failure.
> — Sage Secilmis, CEO of TigerByte Cyber

> Protecting data at the network edge is vital to ensuring the continued relevance and impact of legacy platforms as AI/ML continues to develop and connected devices and sensors proliferate.
> — Nathan Foos, Managing Director at Hale Capital Partners

### Sources
- [TigerByte Cyber emerges from stealth - Intelligence Community News](https://intelligencecommunitynews.com/tigerbyte-cyber-emerges-from-stealth/) - Intelligence Community News
- [Edge Cybersecurity Firm TigerByte Cyber Exits Stealth With $10 Million - Defense Daily](https://www.defensedaily.com/edge-cybersecurity-firm-tigerbyte-cyber-exits-stealth-with-10-million/cyber) - Defense Daily