General InformationShift5 is an Arlington, Virginia-based defense-tech company founded in 2017 that specializes in cybersecurity for legacy operational technology systems, with approximately 100-150 employees.
Funding & FinancialsShift5 has raised approximately $25-30 million in funding including a Series B round, with backing from investors including Lowercarbon Capital, In-Q-Tel, and other defense-focused VCs.
Leadership & TeamShift5 was founded by Niel Nickolaisen (CEO), a former Air Force cyber officer, along with other defense and cybersecurity veterans focused on OT security.
Recent ActivityShift5 has expanded its platform capabilities for detecting and preventing cyber threats on mission-critical defense platforms and continues to work with U.S. military branches on operational deployment of their technology.