Gula Tech Adventures

Gula Tech Adventures, Inc. is a venture capital firm based in Ellicott City, Maryland, that specializes in investing in early-stage start-ups within the cybersecurity sector. Founded in 2017, the firm focuses on seed and Series A investments, particularly in areas such as cyber hygiene, threat management, security engineering, and national security technology. The founders, Ron and Cyndi Gula, are veterans of the cybersecurity industry, having previously co-founded Tenable Network Security. They leverage their extensive experience to support the next generation of cybersecurity start-ups by providing funding, assisting with product development, and guiding capital raises. Gula Tech Adventures aims to foster innovation and growth in the cybersecurity landscape.

Ron Gula

President

Cyndi Gula

Managing Partner

Past deals in Cyber Security

RAD Security

Series A in 2025
RAD Security is a developer of an AI-driven cloud security platform that focuses on securing AI workloads and cloud infrastructure. Its advanced Cloud Detection and Response (CDR) system continuously monitors the behavior of containerized environments across hybrid-cloud settings. By proactively alerting clients to security issues and automatically addressing suspicious configurations, RAD Security helps organizations maintain compliance and quickly remediate vulnerabilities. The company's platform is designed to provide seamless, scalable protection, allowing businesses to navigate the complexities of AI security with confidence. Through its commitment to proactive security and continuous adaptation, RAD Security supports enterprises as they grow and evolve in an increasingly digital landscape.

Senteon

Seed Round in 2024
Senteon is a turnkey cybersecurity company created to help those who have been left behind by major security companies. They simplify and make it economical for small-to-midsized organizations and MSPs to secure confidential data. is the answer for neighborhood companies and MSPs looking to strengthen their security measures and general security.

Sandfly Security

Seed Round in 2024
Sandfly Security Limited, founded in 2017 and based in Christchurch, New Zealand, specializes in agentless intrusion detection and endpoint security for Linux systems. The company offers a solution that provides immediate protection for both cloud and non-cloud based Linux environments without the need for deploying agents. Sandfly's technology is compatible with all Linux distributions and is capable of investigating systems for over 1,000 different attack tactics, including stealth and non-stealth rootkits, malware, and other indicators of compromise. This automated security platform operates continuously, allowing for frequent threat detection without impacting system performance. By thoroughly monitoring Linux infrastructures, Sandfly enables clients to quickly respond to intrusions and effectively eliminate threats, even when attackers employ advanced evasion techniques.

Start Left® Security

Venture Round in 2023
At Start Left® Security, we’re redefining Application Security Posture Management (ASPM) by fixing what traditional security tools miss: adoption, execution, and security culture. Security isn’t just about checking compliance boxes—it’s about building trust, unlocking growth, and enabling innovation across the entire software lifecycle. While SOC 2 might get you in the door, your security posture is what closes the deal and keeps customers coming back. Traditional ASPMs track vulnerabilities; Start Left® ensures security gets fixed by embedding security into teams, workflows, and decision-making. Our multi-patented AI-powered platform: - Aligns Security with Business Outcomes – Security that accelerates sales, speeds up procurement, and builds customer confidence. - Makes Security Adoption Seamless – Automates governance, security champion programs, and risk-based prioritization to eliminate alert fatigue. - Gives Leadership Real-Time Visibility – Tracks security performance across teams, ensuring measurable maturity, accountability, and execution. Security should be a growth enabler—not a burden. Start Left® helps software companies scale security effortlessly, without the bloat, inefficiencies, and tool sprawl of legacy solutions. - One Platform – Unified ASPM + Software Supply Chain Security (SSCS) + Secure by Design Enablement (SBDE). - One Risk Score – A single, business-aligned security metric that measures execution, prioritization, and continuous improvement. - One Competitive Advantage – Security that shortens sales cycles, reduces risk, and fuels product innovation. Security doesn’t have to slow you down. Let’s make it your competitive advantage.

Second Front

Series A in 2022
Second Front Systems, Inc. is a technology company focused on enhancing government access to innovative, commercially developed technologies for national security applications. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, the company specializes in software solutions that facilitate the identification, assessment, and deployment of venture capital-backed technologies. Its primary product, Atlas Fulcrum, is a platform designed to streamline the discovery and engagement process for government users seeking advanced commercial technologies. Additionally, Second Front offers program management and system integration services to ensure the effective delivery of these technologies to military personnel. The company also operates the High Technology Council, an enterprise consortium that brings together key stakeholders to promote the application of venture-backed innovations in government-funded national security missions. With additional offices in Washington, D.C., and San Francisco, Second Front is positioned to transform how government entities access and utilize cutting-edge technology.

Cybrary

Series C in 2022
Cybrary Inc. is a leading provider of online training services focused on information technology and cybersecurity, catering to a diverse audience that includes beginners, experienced professionals, and families. Founded in 2015 and based in College Park, Maryland, Cybrary offers a comprehensive range of courses in systems and network administration, project management, and various cybersecurity disciplines, such as ethical hacking, penetration testing, and malware analysis. The platform features instructional content, interactive labs, exam study guides, and enterprise training solutions, enabling organizations to enhance their employees' skills. Additionally, Cybrary collaborates with a community of instructors, industry experts, and cybersecurity firms to deliver relevant and high-quality learning materials. Its offerings include a "Teams" product for managing corporate training and providing practical challenges and skill assessments. Cybrary aims to serve unserved and underserved populations, helping individuals gain the necessary skills to enter or advance in the cybersecurity field.

1Kosmos

Venture Round in 2022
1Kosmos is a company that provides a passwordless authentication platform designed to enhance the security of online services. Its BlockID platform combines identity proofing and strong authentication to create a distributed digital identity, effectively preventing identity impersonation, account takeover, and fraud. This platform offers advanced biometric authentication with varying levels of identity assurance, allowing users to maintain control over their portable and interoperable digital identities. BlockID is recognized for its compliance with NIST, FIDO2, and iBeta biometrics standards, and it facilitates millions of authentications daily for major banks, telecommunications firms, and healthcare organizations globally. Through its innovative approach, 1Kosmos delivers secure and frictionless user experiences while empowering online service providers to combat identity fraud with user consent.

ShardSecure

Series A in 2022
ShardSecure, Inc. is a data protection company that specializes in encryption and cloud data security software solutions. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in New York, the company employs its innovative Microshard technology to enhance the security of sensitive data stored and shared in the cloud. This technology works by breaking data into small fragments, which are then distributed across multiple cloud platforms and interspersed with false shards. This approach makes it exceedingly difficult for cybercriminals to reconstruct the original data, thereby safeguarding it against unauthorized access. ShardSecure's solutions are application-agnostic and function as a virtual storage appliance, providing an additional layer of defense against potential misconfigurations in cloud environments. The company integrates seamlessly with major cloud service providers, including AWS, Azure, Google, and IBM, offering a simplified and effective alternative for enterprises and government agencies seeking robust data security solutions.

BEMO

Seed Round in 2022
BEMO is a provider of managed informational technology services that focuses on enhancing cybersecurity for small and medium-sized organizations with 10 to 500 employees. The company specializes in helping businesses securely operate in the digital landscape by leveraging their existing investments in Microsoft 365 and Azure. BEMO's services facilitate the swift implementation of Microsoft security features, designed to protect employees and safeguard company and customer data from cyber-attacks and fraud. By prioritizing cybersecurity, BEMO enables organizations to maintain a secure business environment while effectively managing their information technology needs.

ThreatER

Series A in 2022
Threater is a cybersecurity platform focused on active network defense, designed to automate the discovery, enforcement, and analysis of cyber threats on a large scale. The company provides a diverse array of solutions that proactively and automatically protect organizations from cyber risks. Its patented technology effectively blocks all known threats, enhancing the performance of the existing cybersecurity infrastructure. Threater aims to streamline cybersecurity processes, allowing organizations to maintain a robust defense against evolving threats.

Teach Cyber

Grant in 2022
Teach Cyber is a non-profit dedicated to developing, supporting, and stewarding excellent cybersecurity education at the secondary level.

SecurEd

Grant in 2022
SecurEd is focused on helping academic institutions build a cyber-ready workforce. SecurEd provides products and services that help facilitate teaching, learning, and research across the data care education continuum.

RAD Security

Seed Round in 2022
RAD Security is a developer of an AI-driven cloud security platform that focuses on securing AI workloads and cloud infrastructure. Its advanced Cloud Detection and Response (CDR) system continuously monitors the behavior of containerized environments across hybrid-cloud settings. By proactively alerting clients to security issues and automatically addressing suspicious configurations, RAD Security helps organizations maintain compliance and quickly remediate vulnerabilities. The company's platform is designed to provide seamless, scalable protection, allowing businesses to navigate the complexities of AI security with confidence. Through its commitment to proactive security and continuous adaptation, RAD Security supports enterprises as they grow and evolve in an increasingly digital landscape.

Pixm

Seed Round in 2022
Pixm, Inc. is a cybersecurity company based in New York that specializes in artificial intelligence technologies aimed at preventing phishing breaches. Founded in 2013, Pixm develops a real-time phishing detection platform that utilizes advanced visual recognition to identify zero-day phishing attacks. This innovative technology does not rely on traditional whitelists; instead, it meticulously analyzes every webpage for brand and login impersonations. In addition to its core anti-phishing capabilities, Pixm also provides services in email security, computer vision, and deep learning, assisting businesses and organizations in enhancing their overall website, network, and computer security.

Enclave Networks

Seed Round in 2022
Enclave Networks Limited, based in Newport, United Kingdom, specializes in cybersecurity solutions, specifically offering a modern Zero Trust Network Access platform that serves as a replacement for traditional corporate VPNs. The company simplifies access to private resources by connecting various users, applications, cloud workloads, containers, and IoT devices without the need for VPN servers, firewall modifications, or additional infrastructure. Enclave establishes private mesh overlay networks that operate under strict policy controls, ensuring that participating systems communicate on a need-to-know basis. By default, these systems remain hidden from the public internet, enhancing security by keeping them behind closed firewalls. Once policies are applied, members within the mesh can connect directly through automatic mutual authentication and NAT traversal, allowing organizations to maintain a closed firewall environment. This approach reduces the attack surface and makes infrastructure less discoverable and targetable, ultimately helping businesses and public sector entities address emerging cybersecurity threats effectively.

SCYTHE

Series A in 2021
SCYTHE Inc. is a cybersecurity company based in Arlington, Virginia, founded in 2017. It specializes in designing and developing an adversary emulation platform tailored for enterprises and cybersecurity consulting markets. The SCYTHE platform empowers organizations to construct and simulate a variety of adversarial campaigns swiftly, enabling Red, Blue, and Purple teams to assess and validate their security controls effectively. By allowing organizations to continuously evaluate their risk posture and exposure to cyber threats, SCYTHE helps enhance the performance of security teams and ensures that clients can implement appropriate cybersecurity measures and frameworks.

Gravwell

Seed Round in 2021
Gravwell is a data fusion company that specializes in a full-stack analytics platform designed to manage vast amounts of logs and non-text data. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Coeur D'Alene, Idaho, Gravwell addresses visibility gaps in log and network analytics by integrating diverse data sources, including firewall logs, endpoint event logs, and network traffic. This comprehensive approach allows clients to access advanced analytics capabilities that extend beyond traditional log data, encompassing industrial processes, vehicle fleets, and IT infrastructure. Gravwell's platform is tailored for organizations that require timely insights at an affordable price, making it a valuable resource for security analytics and operational intelligence.

Huntress

Series B in 2021
Huntress is a prominent cybersecurity provider focused on small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) and the managed service providers that serve them. Established in 2015 by former National Security Agency operators, the company combines its Managed Security Platform with a fully operational 24/7 Security Operations Center to deliver essential technology, services, and expertise for cybersecurity challenges. Huntress employs a blend of automated detection and human-powered threat hunting to identify and neutralize threats that may bypass traditional security measures. With a commitment to affordability and comprehensive protection, Huntress safeguards critical business assets for over 4,300 partners and more than 105,000 organizations, collectively protecting over 2 million endpoints from various cyber threats.

Halcyon

Seed Round in 2021
Halcyon is a cybersecurity company that specializes in protecting enterprise clients from ransomware attacks. The firm has developed a comprehensive platform that provides layered ransomware protection through a combination of pre-execution detection, behavioral modeling, and deception techniques. This approach not only enhances resilience against cyber threats but also facilitates recovery and isolation of affected nodes, making it an essential solution for mid-market and larger organizations seeking to safeguard their digital assets from the growing risk of ransomware.

Black Cybersecurity Association

Grant in 2021
Black Cybersecurity Association is a group focused on cybersecurity that gives underprivileged minorities a sense of community.

Trinity Cyber

Venture Round in 2021
Trinity Cyber, Inc. is a cybersecurity company based in Bowie, Maryland, founded in 2016. It specializes in developing a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform that provides advanced cybersecurity threat solutions. The company's flagship offering, Proactive Threat Interference, identifies, assesses, and monitors all incoming and outgoing network traffic to prevent unauthorized access by hackers. Trinity Cyber has patented technology that allows for the deep and contextual interrogation of full-session network traffic, enabling real-time security modifications at network speed. Its innovations address complex cybersecurity challenges and span multiple multibillion-dollar market segments, including network detection and response, managed detection and response, intrusion prevention systems, threat hunting services, threat intelligence, data loss prevention, content disarm and reconstruction, gateway technology, and deception tactics.

Second Front

Funding Round in 2021
Second Front Systems, Inc. is a technology company focused on enhancing government access to innovative, commercially developed technologies for national security applications. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, the company specializes in software solutions that facilitate the identification, assessment, and deployment of venture capital-backed technologies. Its primary product, Atlas Fulcrum, is a platform designed to streamline the discovery and engagement process for government users seeking advanced commercial technologies. Additionally, Second Front offers program management and system integration services to ensure the effective delivery of these technologies to military personnel. The company also operates the High Technology Council, an enterprise consortium that brings together key stakeholders to promote the application of venture-backed innovations in government-funded national security missions. With additional offices in Washington, D.C., and San Francisco, Second Front is positioned to transform how government entities access and utilize cutting-edge technology.

Second Front

Seed Round in 2020
Second Front Systems, Inc. is a technology company focused on enhancing government access to innovative, commercially developed technologies for national security applications. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, the company specializes in software solutions that facilitate the identification, assessment, and deployment of venture capital-backed technologies. Its primary product, Atlas Fulcrum, is a platform designed to streamline the discovery and engagement process for government users seeking advanced commercial technologies. Additionally, Second Front offers program management and system integration services to ensure the effective delivery of these technologies to military personnel. The company also operates the High Technology Council, an enterprise consortium that brings together key stakeholders to promote the application of venture-backed innovations in government-funded national security missions. With additional offices in Washington, D.C., and San Francisco, Second Front is positioned to transform how government entities access and utilize cutting-edge technology.

Inky

Series B in 2020
Inky is a cybersecurity company specializing in email protection against phishing attacks. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in College Park, Maryland, Inky offers a cloud-based email security platform known as Inky Phish Fence. This platform utilizes advanced AI, machine learning, and computer vision algorithms to identify and block phishing attempts that may bypass traditional security measures. Inky Phish Fence can quarantine suspicious emails or deliver them with disabled links and user-friendly warnings. The solution is designed for easy deployment with popular email services such as Office 365, Exchange, and G Suite. By employing innovative anomaly detection techniques, Inky enables organizations to address brand forgery and spear-phishing threats effectively.

Automox

Series B in 2020
Automox Inc. is a Boulder, Colorado-based company that specializes in cloud-based patch management solutions. Founded in 2015, Automox offers an AI-powered platform that automates patch remediation for Windows, Linux, and macOS endpoints, facilitating system configuration and continuous monitoring. The service provides businesses with real-time visibility into their system inventory, vulnerability status, and policy compliance, allowing for immediate action to address critical security issues. By eliminating the need for additional servers or complex setups, Automox simplifies IT operations, enabling organizations to enhance security, improve productivity, and save time. The company's comprehensive solutions include third-party patching, software development, enforcement, and configuration management, making it a strategic asset for modern organizations seeking to streamline their IT processes.

Inky

Series A in 2019
Inky is a cybersecurity company specializing in email protection against phishing attacks. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in College Park, Maryland, Inky offers a cloud-based email security platform known as Inky Phish Fence. This platform utilizes advanced AI, machine learning, and computer vision algorithms to identify and block phishing attempts that may bypass traditional security measures. Inky Phish Fence can quarantine suspicious emails or deliver them with disabled links and user-friendly warnings. The solution is designed for easy deployment with popular email services such as Office 365, Exchange, and G Suite. By employing innovative anomaly detection techniques, Inky enables organizations to address brand forgery and spear-phishing threats effectively.

Cybrary

Series B in 2019
Cybrary Inc. is a leading provider of online training services focused on information technology and cybersecurity, catering to a diverse audience that includes beginners, experienced professionals, and families. Founded in 2015 and based in College Park, Maryland, Cybrary offers a comprehensive range of courses in systems and network administration, project management, and various cybersecurity disciplines, such as ethical hacking, penetration testing, and malware analysis. The platform features instructional content, interactive labs, exam study guides, and enterprise training solutions, enabling organizations to enhance their employees' skills. Additionally, Cybrary collaborates with a community of instructors, industry experts, and cybersecurity firms to deliver relevant and high-quality learning materials. Its offerings include a "Teams" product for managing corporate training and providing practical challenges and skill assessments. Cybrary aims to serve unserved and underserved populations, helping individuals gain the necessary skills to enter or advance in the cybersecurity field.

Racktop Systems

Series A in 2019
RackTop Systems, Inc. develops innovative data center solutions with a focus on data security and storage performance. The company's flagship product, BrickStor, is available in several versions: BrickStor Iron, which serves as an enterprise storage platform; BrickStor Titanium, tailored for private cloud environments; BrickStor zFLASH, which offers flash storage with high performance; and BrickStor SP, a software-defined primary data solution that implements a data-centric Zero Trust model to protect against cyber threats such as ransomware. Other offerings include an object storage platform called OSP, enterprise networking solutions through FlexBox, and virtual desktop infrastructure support with vBox. Additionally, RackTop provides MyRacktop, a secure multi-tenant cloud, and an enterprise backup and recovery appliance. The company also delivers consulting services in data storage optimization and information security to various sectors, including banking, education, and government. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Fulton, Maryland, RackTop Systems has gained recognition for its innovative approach to cybersecurity and data management.

ThreatER

Series A in 2019
Threater is a cybersecurity platform focused on active network defense, designed to automate the discovery, enforcement, and analysis of cyber threats on a large scale. The company provides a diverse array of solutions that proactively and automatically protect organizations from cyber risks. Its patented technology effectively blocks all known threats, enhancing the performance of the existing cybersecurity infrastructure. Threater aims to streamline cybersecurity processes, allowing organizations to maintain a robust defense against evolving threats.

SCYTHE

Seed Round in 2018
SCYTHE Inc. is a cybersecurity company based in Arlington, Virginia, founded in 2017. It specializes in designing and developing an adversary emulation platform tailored for enterprises and cybersecurity consulting markets. The SCYTHE platform empowers organizations to construct and simulate a variety of adversarial campaigns swiftly, enabling Red, Blue, and Purple teams to assess and validate their security controls effectively. By allowing organizations to continuously evaluate their risk posture and exposure to cyber threats, SCYTHE helps enhance the performance of security teams and ensures that clients can implement appropriate cybersecurity measures and frameworks.

ThreatER

Series A in 2018
Threater is a cybersecurity platform focused on active network defense, designed to automate the discovery, enforcement, and analysis of cyber threats on a large scale. The company provides a diverse array of solutions that proactively and automatically protect organizations from cyber risks. Its patented technology effectively blocks all known threats, enhancing the performance of the existing cybersecurity infrastructure. Threater aims to streamline cybersecurity processes, allowing organizations to maintain a robust defense against evolving threats.

Inky

Series A in 2018
Inky is a cybersecurity company specializing in email protection against phishing attacks. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in College Park, Maryland, Inky offers a cloud-based email security platform known as Inky Phish Fence. This platform utilizes advanced AI, machine learning, and computer vision algorithms to identify and block phishing attempts that may bypass traditional security measures. Inky Phish Fence can quarantine suspicious emails or deliver them with disabled links and user-friendly warnings. The solution is designed for easy deployment with popular email services such as Office 365, Exchange, and G Suite. By employing innovative anomaly detection techniques, Inky enables organizations to address brand forgery and spear-phishing threats effectively.

ThreatER

Seed Round in 2018
Threater is a cybersecurity platform focused on active network defense, designed to automate the discovery, enforcement, and analysis of cyber threats on a large scale. The company provides a diverse array of solutions that proactively and automatically protect organizations from cyber risks. Its patented technology effectively blocks all known threats, enhancing the performance of the existing cybersecurity infrastructure. Threater aims to streamline cybersecurity processes, allowing organizations to maintain a robust defense against evolving threats.

Automox

Seed Round in 2018
Automox Inc. is a Boulder, Colorado-based company that specializes in cloud-based patch management solutions. Founded in 2015, Automox offers an AI-powered platform that automates patch remediation for Windows, Linux, and macOS endpoints, facilitating system configuration and continuous monitoring. The service provides businesses with real-time visibility into their system inventory, vulnerability status, and policy compliance, allowing for immediate action to address critical security issues. By eliminating the need for additional servers or complex setups, Automox simplifies IT operations, enabling organizations to enhance security, improve productivity, and save time. The company's comprehensive solutions include third-party patching, software development, enforcement, and configuration management, making it a strategic asset for modern organizations seeking to streamline their IT processes.

Gravwell

Seed Round in 2017
Gravwell is a data fusion company that specializes in a full-stack analytics platform designed to manage vast amounts of logs and non-text data. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Coeur D'Alene, Idaho, Gravwell addresses visibility gaps in log and network analytics by integrating diverse data sources, including firewall logs, endpoint event logs, and network traffic. This comprehensive approach allows clients to access advanced analytics capabilities that extend beyond traditional log data, encompassing industrial processes, vehicle fleets, and IT infrastructure. Gravwell's platform is tailored for organizations that require timely insights at an affordable price, making it a valuable resource for security analytics and operational intelligence.

Huntress

Seed Round in 2017
Huntress is a prominent cybersecurity provider focused on small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) and the managed service providers that serve them. Established in 2015 by former National Security Agency operators, the company combines its Managed Security Platform with a fully operational 24/7 Security Operations Center to deliver essential technology, services, and expertise for cybersecurity challenges. Huntress employs a blend of automated detection and human-powered threat hunting to identify and neutralize threats that may bypass traditional security measures. With a commitment to affordability and comprehensive protection, Huntress safeguards critical business assets for over 4,300 partners and more than 105,000 organizations, collectively protecting over 2 million endpoints from various cyber threats.
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