Cybersecurity by Design

Think cybersecurity, and you likely think of protection against threats and compliance with increasing regulations. At TNO, we know that effective and validated cybersecurity solutions are actually a business advantage. In fact, the future belongs to those who secure it.

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The TNO difference

From energy to finance, and from industrial products to public sector communications, every industry is facing new security risks. Every digital connection is an opportunity for invasion. Therefore, we must design with security in mind from the very beginning. In this way, we can ensure that systems and products remain secure throughout their entire lifetime.

However, every security measure is also an opportunity for advancement. We aim to take organisations far beyond regulatory compliance and after-the-fact patches. We know that the right cybersecurity strategy and solutions can boost reputations, increase business value, and ensure product reliability.

With our targeted research, strategic partnerships, and state-of-the-art solutions, we validate the concepts that not only protect digital systems today but prepare them for tomorrow. And with concepts like cybersecurity by design and autonomous cyber resilience, we help industry players establish themselves as leaders in their field by establishing a foundation of trust into everything they do.

Public and private application areas

TNO is actively contributing to cybersecurity solutions for applications in both the public and private sector, including governments, financial institutions, manufacturers, critical infrastructure, telecommunications and healthcare. Below, please find a few examples of the applications we are working on.

The machines that make high-tech products are technological marvels in their own right. Decades of development and millions of euros go into these precision machines. Security measures and new regulations don’t have to hinder development. They can increase business – and product – value. Learn more.

Governments and public institutions rely on advanced cryptography to secure their data and communications. But once the quantum computer emerges, most of encryption technologies will be obsolete. TNO aims to secure these systems before that happens, to safeguard both personal and national security. Find out how.

For decades, the energy system could be protected with fences and guards. Today, digitalisation and the energy transition are introducing new vulnerabilities to this critical infrastructure. TNO helps energy stakeholders secure their assets and boost their reputation with security solutions that drive real change. See how.

Areas of Expertise

From AI security to post‑quantum cryptography, and from autonomous cyber resilience to secure software development: explore our areas of expertise and how your organisation can benefit from them.

AI is advancing faster than you can keep up, but you still need to deploy it securely. We help you roll out new technologies with confidence and protect your existing systems from threats that may look completely different tomorrow. This keeps you firmly in control of innovation. More information about Cybersecure AI and Emerging Technology

The rise of the quantum computer demands a completely new form of encryption. Yet switching to new cryptographic schemes often feels overwhelming. Read how you can migrate step by step towards post‑quantum security that is both robust and practically applicable. More information about Cryptography and Post Quantum Security

Cyberattacks are becoming more complex and more frequent. How do you defend your complex systems effectively and affordably when attacks occur at machine speed? We develop autonomous defence systems that learn continuously, block attacks, and adapt as threats evolve. More information about Autonomous Cyber Resilience

Secure design doesn’t have to be complicated, and it pays off. Discover how to apply secure‑by‑design principles at every stage of development while achieving strong returns. More information about Software and System Security

Working with critical infrastructure means one mistake can have major consequences. Explore the technologies and insights that help you detect attacks sooner, respond faster, and better understand what is happening across your IT and OT environments, with systems that keep watch while you look ahead. More information about Advanced Detection and Threat Management

Our vision on cybersecurity

TNO envisions a day when we trust our digital interactions as much as trust the water from the tap. When we can rely on digital systems to remain resilient, even under the most challenging circumstances. And realising this vision is about much more than patching up vulnerabilities and complying with regulations. It’s about developing security that makes organisations and products more stable, more reliable, more respected, and more preferred. It’s about turning requirements into business advantages.

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