Zip Security, an all-in-one platform for security, compliance, and IT automation, has raised $13.5 million in Series A funding, bringing its total funding to $21 million. The round was led by Ballistic Ventures, with additional support from Silver Buckshot, Mantis VC, and existing investors General Catalyst, Human Capital, and Box Group.

The company was founded by former Palantir engineers Josh Zweig (CEO) and Gabbi Merz (CTO) with the vision to change how cybersecurity is delivered to growing businesses. Their focus? Solving a deep-rooted problem in the industry — most small businesses don’t have dedicated cybersecurity staff, leaving them vulnerable in an increasingly digital world.

A Broken Model for the Majority

According to industry data, up to 95% of businesses with fewer than 100 employees operate without any cybersecurity professionals. These businesses make up more than half of the U.S. GDP, yet the traditional models of hiring expensive consultants or outsourcing to Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) are often unaffordable and inefficient for them.

Zweig emphasizes that the challenge isn’t just staffing—it’s structural. “Cybersecurity shouldn't be a luxury only big businesses can afford,” he said. The existing services are reactive, slow, and too expensive, especially for small and mid-market companies.

Automation as the Game-Changer

Zip Security addresses this by leveraging AI and automation to make strong security controls easier to implement and manage, reducing reliance on outside help. The platform unifies complex security tasks—like endpoint protection, identity and access management, mobile device security, and compliance workflows—into one AI-powered experience.

With Zip, even teams without deep technical knowledge can enforce best practices and achieve compliance standards like SOC 2, HIPAA, and ISO 27001. The platform also supports integrations with widely-used tools such as Google Workspace, CrowdStrike, Okta, Microsoft Intune, Entra ID, and more.

A Mission to Democratize Security

Ballistic Ventures' Barmak Meftah, now a member of Zip’s board, described the company as solving an “overlooked and urgent problem.” He noted that Zip is making security accessible for those who can’t afford to get it wrong—but also can’t afford traditional solutions.

Nicole Perlroth of Silver Buckshot Ventures called the $2 trillion market opportunity "a long tail problem" that Zip is uniquely equipped to address. “This isn’t just a market gap—it’s a mission to bring protection to everyone downstream,” she said.

What’s Next for Zip Security

With this new round of funding, Zip plans to expand its engineering and sales teams, enhance its integrations with third-party tools, and strengthen its footprint across industries like defense, healthcare, finance, and software.

To mark the funding milestone, Zip is offering a two-month free trial of its platform for startups from Pre-seed to Series B stage. Interested companies must book a demo by August 14, 2025 to qualify.

About Zip Security

Zip Security is on a mission to make enterprise-grade cybersecurity simple, automated, and affordable. Its platform brings together device management, identity access, and endpoint threat detection—all in one easy-to-use experience designed for both SMEs and growing enterprises.

To learn more, visit www.zipsec.com.