EU-funded cybersecurity research and consulting for enterprise security posture
K3Y is a research-driven cybersecurity consultancy operating primarily on EU-funded grants (H2020, Horizon Europe, Erasmus+). The org is heavily skewed toward research (9 roles) with minimal engineering (2), reflecting a grant-focused model rather than product development. Active pain points around EU compliance, budget tracking, and data governance suggest they're scaling grant delivery infrastructure while managing the regulatory overhead of public funding.
Notable leadership hires: Office Director
K3Y provides cybersecurity services and research to organizations seeking to improve their security posture. The company is structured around two pillars: professional services and R&D programs funded primarily through European Union grant schemes. Based in Sofia, Bulgaria, with hiring footprint in Greece and Bulgaria, the team operates at 11–50 headcount with senior research leadership and minimal product engineering. Current focus is on successful execution of EU-funded innovation projects and building compliance and data governance workflows to support grant delivery.
Python, NumPy, Pandas, Docker, Kubernetes, Django, Angular, and SDN. Stack reflects data analysis and containerized backend architecture typical of research and consulting workflows.
EU-funded research and innovation initiatives including H2020 and Horizon Europe programs. Current focus includes R&D strategy implementation and managing delivery of grant-funded projects.
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