June 30, 2025

Cyberez Opens State-of-the-Art Security Operations Center in Cardiff, Wales

Fourth global SOC strengthens European presence and 24/7 threat monitoring capabilities

CARDIFF, WALES – Cyberez Systems International today announced the official opening of its newest Security Operations Center (SOC) in Cardiff, Wales. The 25,000 square-foot facility represents a £32 million investment and will employ over 150 security professionals, making it one of the largest cybersecurity facilities in the UK.

The Cardiff SOC joins Cyberez's existing facilities in San Francisco, Singapore, and São Paulo to provide true 24/7 follow-the-sun security monitoring for global clients. The strategic location enables enhanced coverage of European and Middle Eastern time zones while leveraging Wales' growing technology sector.

Strategic Location

"Cardiff offers an ideal combination of technical talent, infrastructure, and strategic positioning," said Dafydd Davies, VP of Threat Intelligence and head of the Cardiff facility. "The Welsh government's commitment to cybersecurity education and the presence of several leading universities creates a rich talent pipeline for our operations."

The facility features:

  • Advanced threat hunting laboratory with isolated malware analysis capabilities
  • Quantum-secured communication links to other Cyberez facilities
  • AI-powered correlation engine processing over 10 billion events daily
  • Dedicated incident response war room with global collaboration capabilities
  • State-of-the-art training center for continuous skills development

Economic Impact

Welsh First Minister Rachel Morgan welcomed the investment: "Cyberez's decision to establish their European SOC in Cardiff demonstrates Wales' emergence as a cybersecurity hub. This facility will create high-skilled jobs and further strengthen our technology sector."

The company has partnered with Cardiff University and the University of South Wales to establish internship programs and collaborative research initiatives. Additionally, Cyberez has committed to training 50 apprentices annually through the Welsh Government's cybersecurity apprenticeship scheme.

Enhanced Capabilities

The Cardiff SOC specializes in several key areas:

  • Financial Services Security: Dedicated team focusing on European banking and fintech clients
  • Critical Infrastructure Protection: Monitoring energy, water, and transportation systems
  • Threat Intelligence: Local intelligence gathering and analysis for UK and EU threats
  • Compliance Support: Expertise in GDPR, NIS2, and UK-specific regulations

Innovation Hub

Beyond traditional SOC operations, the Cardiff facility houses Cyberez's European Research and Development team, focusing on mesh network security and post-quantum cryptography. "We're not just monitoring threats—we're developing next-generation solutions," Davies explained. "Our work on distributed trust protocols and physical attestation methods will shape the future of identity verification."

Client Benefits

European clients will see immediate benefits including:

  • Reduced response times with local language support in 12 languages
  • Enhanced compliance with data sovereignty requirements
  • Access to region-specific threat intelligence
  • On-site incident response capabilities across the UK and EU

"This expansion reinforces our commitment to providing world-class security services wherever our clients operate," said Margaret Chen, CEO of Cyberez. "The Cardiff SOC ensures that European organizations have access to the same cutting-edge security capabilities as their global counterparts."