Cybersecurity

Virginia Beach is one of the East Coast’s most connected cities—and we’re using that advantage to help companies lead the way in cybersecurity. With our ultra-high-speed subsea cables, access to federal defense operations, and highly trained tech talent, our city provides the perfect infrastructure for cybersecurity firms, defense contractors, and tech startups protecting digital networks and infrastructure.

A Trusted Partner in Defense

Virginia Beach is home to several of the world’s largest defense contractors—including BAE Systems, General Dynamics, and Lockheed Martin—as well as a robust ecosystem of cybersecurity service providers, software engineers, and consulting firms that protect military and private-sector digital assets.

Local companies benefit from proximity to 9 major military installations, the Department of Homeland Security, and other federal entities that demand high levels of cyber readiness.

Cyber-Savvy Workforce

Virginia Beach boasts a tech-forward workforce, with more than 28,000 information technology professionals in the region—and another 1,400 Computer Science graduates entering the workforce every year.

The city’s proximity to Old Dominion University, Norfolk State University, and Tidewater Community College means companies have direct access to STEM-trained graduates in cybersecurity, systems analysis, and information assurance.

Built-In Digital Advantage

Virginia Beach is home to three of the world’s highest-capacity subsea fiber cables, enabling low-latency, ultra-secure digital connectivity between North America and global markets.

This makes our city an ideal destination for cyber defense, penetration testing, digital forensics, data center operations, and cloud security firms.