CrowdStrike, AWS, NVIDIA Expand Cybersecurity Startup Accelerator

Key Takeaways

• CrowdStrike, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and NVIDIA have launched the fourth iteration of their global Cybersecurity Startup Accelerator.
• The program aims to foster early-stage companies developing “agentic” cybersecurity solutions.
• Applications are open worldwide until November 2, 2026, for the eight-week program starting January 11, 2027.
• Participants will gain access to technical resources from all three companies, including the CrowdStrike Falcon ecosystem, AWS Partner Network, and NVIDIA Inception.
• Up to 10 startups will pitch at RSAC 2027, with potential investment opportunities from the CrowdStrike Falcon Fund.

CrowdStrike announced on October 6, 2026, the launch of its fourth annual Cybersecurity Startup Accelerator, broadening its collaborative efforts with Amazon Web Services and NVIDIA. This global initiative is designed to assist nascent cybersecurity companies in developing innovative “agentic” security products.

The program offers technical guidance, business development support, and expanded access to crucial enterprise security ecosystems. Companies worldwide can submit applications until November 2, 2026. The intensive eight-week program is scheduled to run from January 11 to March 8, 2027, facilitating connections between founders and a network of technical experts, business leaders, and security mentors. The accelerator specifically targets seed-stage companies and operates on an equity-free basis, according to information on its application portal.

Enhanced CrowdStrike Ecosystem Integration

This year, CrowdStrike is providing participants with a streamlined path to build within its Falcon ecosystem. Startups will gain direct access to Falcon Foundry for agent creation and Falcon APIs. They will also have opportunities to develop verified integrations and publish their solutions on the CrowdStrike Marketplace. These resources are designed to enable developers to integrate their products with existing security workflows, moving beyond the creation of isolated tools. The enhanced support aims to help startups transform emerging agentic capabilities into deployable products that enterprise customers can readily evaluate and adopt.

Collaborative Support from AWS and NVIDIA

AWS will contribute practical guidance for onboarding to the AWS Partner Network, technical validation processes, and listings on the AWS Marketplace. This support combines cloud expertise with commercial assistance, preparing companies to deploy their products in enterprise environments and reach customers through established purchasing channels.

NVIDIA will engage participants through its NVIDIA Inception program, offering technical training and developer resources. Further technical and go-to-market assistance will be provided based on eligibility and engagement levels. The program provides access to specialized AI expertise and accelerated computing resources, particularly beneficial for startups developing advanced security technologies.

Key Focus Areas

The accelerator’s curriculum spans critical areas of cybersecurity, including AI security, agentic security operations, cloud protection, identity security, application security, software supply chain integrity, and data security. Specific focus areas highlighted include securing AI workloads, AI red teaming, autonomous security operations, AI-driven triage, runtime protection, and machine identity management.

Daniel Bernard, CrowdStrike’s chief business officer, stated that the partnership aims to empower founders to accelerate their development, expand their customer reach, and achieve substantial growth. CJ Moses, Amazon’s chief information security officer, emphasized the importance of developing solutions tailored for real-world operational environments. Concurrently, Saša Zdjelar, an NVIDIA security executive, underscored the necessity of security products capable of operating at machine speed.

Up to ten selected startups will advance to a live pitch event at RSAC 2027, scheduled from April 5–8, where a winner will be chosen. Additionally, exceptional companies may be considered for investment from the CrowdStrike Falcon Fund.

CrowdStrike says the accelerator has previously supported over 90 startups, collectively raising nearly $1 billion in funding. Notable successes include Jazz, a previous winner, which integrated its agentic data loss prevention investigator, Melody, into Falcon Foundry. Above Security achieved integration with Falcon Next-Gen SIEM and secured investment from the Falcon Fund. Other significant alumni milestones include CrowdStrike’s acquisition of Onum, Silverfort’s acquisition of Fabrix Security, Terra Security’s $38 million funding round, and Remedio’s $65 million raise.

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