AWS & CrowdStrike Cybersecurity Accelerator

About

The AWS & CrowdStrike Cybersecurity Accelerator is an 8-week equity-free program designed for early-stage cybersecurity startups in EMEA and the USA, offering substantial AWS credits, expert mentorship, and valuable networking opportunities to accelerate product development, market entry, and fundraising efforts.

Benefits

• 🎓Training & Mentorship
• 8-week equity-free online accelerator program
• 💰Financial Support
  Up to $25,000 in AWS Activate service credits and up to $5,000 in AWS business support subscription
• 🎓Training & Mentorship
  Product development, go-to-market, and fundraising support including hands-on workshops, pitch opportunities, fundraising preparation coaching, and VC connections
• 🎤Publicity Opportunities
  Opportunity to showcase at AWS re:Inforce after RSA Conference Demo Day
• 🎓Training & Mentorship
• 1-on-1 mentoring with AWS solution architects and access to industry expert resources
• 🤝Networking Opportunities
  Accelerator community and alumni network connecting all participants and past founders
• 🛠️ Resources & Tools
  Discounts of up to 70% on Falcon Go & Pro products
• 🎓Training & Mentorship
  On-site kickoff and closing week with virtual learning and community activities in between

Eligibility Criteria

• Focused on cybersecurity startups in EMEA and the USA
• Must meet AWS Activate credit program criteria
• Areas of focus include cloud security, identity management, application security, generative AI in cybersecurity, data security, and SecOps
• Must have a full-time technical lead
• Must have a developed minimum viable product (MVP)
• Must have demonstrable early user or business data
• Suitable for early-stage (Pre-round A) startups
• Companies from most countries globally can apply

Target Sector

Cybersecurity

Target Location

EMEA and USA