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Partnerships & Collaboration

Advancing Space Security Together

Securing space systems requires collaboration across research, industry and the wider cybersecurity community. XCOM Space is an Australian space cybersecurity and resilience organisation focused on advancing mission-aware security research, threat intelligence and practical approaches to strengthening space infrastructure.

We welcome opportunities to exchange expertise, explore joint research and contribute to initiatives that advance the security and resilience of space systems and space-enabled services.

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// Industry Engagement

Industry Memberships & Affiliations

XCOM Space participates in professional and industry communities that support knowledge exchange, research and the advancement of space cybersecurity and resilience.

Space ISAC

Member since October 2026

XCOM Space is a member of the Space Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Space ISAC), an international community focused on information sharing and collaboration to strengthen the security and resilience of space systems.

Our membership provides an opportunity to contribute research perspectives, exchange knowledge and engage with the wider international space security community on emerging cybersecurity challenges.

View Official Membership AnnouncementPublished 15 October 2026

// How We Can Collaborate

Collaboration Opportunities

XCOM Space welcomes discussions with organisations interested in advancing space cybersecurity research, strengthening mission resilience and exploring practical approaches to security challenges affecting space infrastructure.

Government & Defence

We welcome opportunities to engage with government and defence stakeholders on the cybersecurity and resilience of space-dependent systems, including mission security, emerging threats, GNSS/PNT dependencies and critical infrastructure protection.

  • Space cybersecurity research
  • Threat modelling and resilience assessments
  • Mission-aware security concepts
  • Knowledge exchange and technical discussions

Research & Academia

XCOM Space is interested in collaborative research with universities, academic institutions and specialist research communities examining the evolving security challenges of space systems.

  • Joint research proposals and publications
  • Space cyber threat intelligence
  • GNSS/PNT cybersecurity research
  • Security experimentation and methodology development

Space Industry & Operators

We welcome engagement with satellite operators, ground-segment organisations, space technology companies and prime contractors seeking to better understand and address cybersecurity risks across space missions and supporting infrastructure.

  • Mission security and resilience discussions
  • Satellite and ground-segment threat analysis
  • Space-enabled service dependencies
  • Security architecture and risk assessment approaches

Technology & Security Research

XCOM Space welcomes opportunities to explore complementary research and technology development with cybersecurity companies, engineering organisations and specialist technology providers.

  • Cyber deception research
  • Threat intelligence methods
  • Detection and security experimentation
  • Emerging space security technologies

// Our Approach

Built on Research, Trust & Practical Outcomes

We believe meaningful collaboration starts with clearly defined challenges, responsible research and realistic expectations. Our approach emphasises technical rigour, transparent communication and alignment with mission and operational requirements.

Research-Led

Security approaches informed by published research, technical analysis and established cybersecurity practices.

Mission-Aware

Consideration of the operational dependencies and potential mission consequences of cyber threats.

Responsible Collaboration

Respect for confidentiality, intellectual property, information-sharing obligations and the security requirements of participating organisations.

Practical Resilience

An emphasis on actionable analysis, risk-informed decision-making and achievable security improvements.

Let's Advance Space Security Together

Whether you represent a research institution, space industry organisation, government agency or technology company, we welcome discussions about shared security challenges and potential collaboration opportunities.

XCOM Space acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we operate, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation.

We recognise their continuing connection to land, waters, and community and pay our respects to Elders past and present.

We extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.