Last updated 2026-07-26
- Raised $30M Series B led by Ibex Investors, Nov 2021
- Raised $7M A Round Extension led by Alstom, Nov 2020
- Raised $12M Series A led by Magma Venture Partners, May 2019
Total raised
$54.0M
Last: Undisclosed Round 2021-12
Stage
Series B
Founded
2017
Headcount
125
HQ
Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
Sector
Cyber Security
About
Cylus provides specialized cybersecurity solutions designed to protect the operational technology systems of rail operators and ensure service availability. Its flagship product, CylusOne, offers real-time asset visibility, continuous monitoring, and threat detection tailored for operational rail technology systems, including signaling, control networks, and onboard systems. Cylus helps mainline and urban railway companies prevent safety incidents and service disruptions caused by cyber-attacks.
Funding history · 4 rounds · $54.0M total
2021-11
B Round
$30.0M
★ Ibex InvestorsGlenRock GroupVertex Growth FundZohar Zisapel (Late)Strides InternationalMagma Venture PartnersVertex Ventures Israel
2020-11
A Round Extension
$7.0M
★ Alstom
2019-05
A Round
$12.0M
★ Magma Venture PartnersCyientGlenRock GroupChristian KernCerca PartnersFollow[The]SeedZohar Zisapel (Late)Vertex Ventures IsraelSBI JI Innovation Fund
2017-07
Seed
$5.0M
Headcount over time
From 15 (2019-01) to 53 (2026-03) · +38 (+253%) · 21 points · source: Finder history + radar grounding
Q&A
- What is Cylus's primary focus?
- Cylus is a cybersecurity platform that provides specialized solutions to protect the operational technology systems of railway and metro operators, aiming to ensure service availability and prevent disruptions from cyber-attacks.
- When was Cylus founded?
- Cylus was founded in April 2017.
- How much funding has Cylus raised in total?
- Cylus has raised a total of $57,000,000 in funding.
- What was Cylus's most recent funding round?
- In December 2021, Cylus completed a B Round, raising $30,000,000. This round was led by Ibex Investors and Vertex Growth Fund.
- Which companies partnered with Cylus to deliver a fleetwide cybersecurity solution for rolling stock?
- In May 2025, Cylus partnered with duagon to deliver a fleetwide cybersecurity solution for rolling stock.
- What was a significant partnership for Cylus in December 2021?
- In December 2021, Alstom and Cylus rolled out an advanced rail cybersecurity solution to protect the Tel-Aviv Red line Urbalis signaling system.
- Who are the co-founders of Cylus?
- The co-founders of Cylus are Amir Levintal, who serves as CEO, and Miki Shifman, who serves as CTO.
Team · 2
Miki Shifman
Founder · Co-Founder and CTO
Amir Levintal
Founder · Co-Founder & CEO
Sectors & technology
Primary sector
Cyber Security
Sub-sectors
Cyber SecurityIndustrial SecurityAutomotive & Mobility TechnologiesUrban Mobility
Technologies
Platforms & InterfacesSoftware
Target customers
Transportation & LogisticsTransportation InfrastructureRoad & Rail
Business model
B2BB2G
Highlights
1 PatentsVerified
Tags
defensecyber-securitypublic-transportationsmart-citycyber-threat-analysistransportationnetwork-securitysmart-mobilitytrainstrafficthreat-detection
Full data — links, identifiers, deals & radar signals (jobs, patents, research, more)
External links
| Website | cylus.com |
|---|---|
| linkedin.com/company/18413393 | |
| facebook.com/cylusec | |
| YouTube | youtube.com/channel/UCmdDHg7xXeGXVfP5zaV91ZQ |
| instagram.com/cylusec |
Identifiers & details
| Legal name | Cylus Cyber Security Ltd. |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2017-4 |
| Employees (exact) | 125 |
Radar intelligence
Patents
| EPO | 3 |
|---|
Publications (Crossref)
| Works | 7 |
|---|
GitHub
| Top repos | cylus, php, scripture-callback, azam-callback, silasmakururep |
|---|
Web history (Wayback)
| Domain | cylus.com |
|---|
Certificate / subdomain footprint
| Subdomains | 91 |
|---|
Israeli Companies Registrar (רשם החברות / ICA)
| Registrar # (ח.פ.) | 515645919 |
|---|---|
| Status | פעילה |
| Corp type | ישראלית חברה פרטית |
| Incorporated | 2017-04-23 |
| Purpose | לעסוק בכל עיסוק חוקי |
| Liability | מוגבלת |
| In violation (unfiled) | no |
| Last annual report | 2024 |
| Active charges / liens | 0 |
| Registry events | 2 — shares_capital (2) |
| Registered address | יצחק שדה 4 תל אביב - יפו |
Recent registry events
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 2025-08-18 | הקצאת מניות |
| 2025-08-18 | העברת מניות |