About Us — History
PCA Cyber Security: Evolving Beyond Automotive to Empower Global Industries with Advanced Cybersecurity Solutions
The name PCA originates from "Pro Concept Automotive" a nod to our roots within a group of companies committed to delivering innovative solutions across various industries. This heritage has laid the foundation for our journey as a global leader in embedded cybersecurity, enabling us to combine expertise, innovation, and a forward-thinking mindset to meet the evolving demands of the digital world.
Founded in 2019, PCA Cyber Security - formerly known as PCAutomotive - has been at the forefront of securing embedded devices through penetration testing, threat intelligence, and continuous cybersecurity monitoring services. With 3 key locations across Europe -Munich (Germany), Madrid (Spain), and its headquarters in Budapest (Hungary) - PCA Cyber Security has grown into a trusted partner for manufacturers and enterprises seeking to safeguard their digital ecosystems.
In Budapest, PCA Cyber Security houses its state-of-the-art CyberLab and CyberGarage, dedicated facilities that drive innovation and excellence in cybersecurity. These hubs serve as the heart of our research and testing, where our experts continually refine and enhance security protocols, ensuring that the most advanced threats are countered with precision.
Years of Team Experience in Offensive Security
- Ranging from 3 to 10+ years
- Average ~7 years
Team Certifications
- SANS SEC564
- CISSP
- ISO/SAE 21434 - Road vehicles - Cybersecurity Engineering
- GIAC Security Leadership (GSLC)
- CISM - Certified Information Security Manager
- Offensive Security OSCP
- Offensive Security OSCE
- Specter Ops: Adversary Tactics, Red Team Operations
- Advanced Security Training: Hardware Hacking with FPGAs
- Glitching and Fault Injection
PCA Cyber Security is fully compliant with TISAX (Trusted Information Security Assessment Exchange) requirements and holds a valid TISAX label.
The company has attained TISAX Assessment Level 3, which includes the protection of information with very high protection needs, the protection of prototype parts and components, as well as objectives for very high availability and strict confidentiality.
At the beginning, PCAutomotive originally provided comprehensive security assessments and helped OEMs and suppliers develop secure digital products. Its offerings have expanded to include a complete range ofAutomotive Penetration Testing, Vehicle Threat Intelligence, and Product SOC (PSOC) services, ensuring a holistic approach to automotive cybersecurity.
As the threat landscape evolves, so too does PCA Cyber Security. What began as a company focused on securing automotive strongbedded syststrongs has expanded to serve industries includingfinancial technology (fintech), manufacturing, consumer electronics, energy, utilities, and more. Our rebranding to PCA Cybersecurity reflects our broader commitment to securing critical infrastructure and sensitive data across diverse sectors.
On-site centers of expertise
Our CyberLab and CyberGarage guarantee the highest level of execution and privacy
Moments from the CyberLab and CyberGarage.
This is how we work:
PCA Cyber Security History timeline
Our core offering remains focused on penetration testing of embedded devices, however, as the cybersecurity landscape grows more complex, we also deliver comprehensive threat intelligence and cybersecurity monitoring services, helping businesses stay one step ahead of cybercriminals and mitigate risks before they can cause harm.
One of our greatest competitive advantages in this area is having a deep understanding of penetration techniques, which enables us to interpret monitoring intelligence with unmatched accuracy. This expertise allows us to provide exceptional value to our clients by helping them understand monitoring reports and threat intelligence data, identifying and prioritizing the most relevant incidents that require further investigation, ensuring our clients can respond effectively to potential threats.
With our deep-rooted, product-related knowledge in embedded cybersecurity, combined with a forward-thinking approach to emerging technologies and threats, PCA Cyber Security continues to empower businesses to protect their critical assets and stay ahead in an ever-changing cyber world.
Why PCA Cyber Security?
Your security is our mission - safeguarding your critical assets
Proven track record
- 100+ successful international cybersecurity assessment projects
- 50+ vulnerabilities found (2024)
- Uncovered critical vulnerabilities in top automotive brands
Team of Product Security Experts
- Advanced expertise in embedded penetration testing
- Exceptional in-house toolset and personnel (CyberLab, CyberGarage)
- Product-focused Threat Intelligence Platform (TICAP) and monitoring services
Professional Recognition
- TISAX ® (Trusted Information Security Assessment eXchange) accreditation
- Repeated winners of Pwn2Own Automotive (Tokyo, January 2024 and 2025)
- Presented talks at the following conferences like Black Hat Europe, Black Hat Asia, Hexacon, Escar, Hacktivity and more