Netsec Raises €8.9M Series A Led by Partech to Expand Managed IT and Cybersecurity for Mid-Market

Netsec Closes €8.9M Series A

Netsec (Barbican SAS), a European managed IT and cybersecurity provider, has raised €8.9 million in Series A funding. The round was led by Partech and included participation from Vento Ventures, Everywhere Ventures, View Different, Riccardo Zacconi, Primo Capital, Vito Lomele, Kima Ventures, and Ithaca Investments. The funding date is October 6, 2026.

What Netsec Does

Netsec acts as a single accountable operator for the entire IT and security stack of mid-market companies. Its services span device management, identity, 24/7 security operations, incident response, and compliance support. Founded in 2025 by Gianluca Varisco and Guglielmo Reina, the company is headquartered in France and Italy.

Netsec delivers its service inside Slack and Microsoft Teams, priced per employee per month. It helps clients meet requirements for NIS2, DORA, GDPR, ISO 27001, and SOC 2. Within its first year, the company managed thousands of endpoints for clients across Europe and the United States.

The Funding Round

• Round type: Series A
• Amount: €8,900,000 EUR
• Date: October 6, 2026
• Lead investor: Partech
• Additional investors: Vento Ventures, Everywhere Ventures, View Different, Riccardo Zacconi, Primo Capital, Vito Lomele, Kima Ventures, Ithaca Investments

Why This Matters for Acquirers

Netsec addresses a critical need for mid-market companies: comprehensive IT and security management without the complexity of multiple vendors. By positioning itself as a single accountable operator, it simplifies vendor management and ensures consistent security posture. The integration with Slack and Microsoft Teams makes adoption frictionless for employees already using those platforms.

The company's focus on compliance with major European and international standards (NIS2, DORA, GDPR, ISO 27001, SOC 2) is particularly relevant as regulatory pressure increases. Mid-market firms often lack the resources to build in-house security operations centers, making Netsec's per-employee-per-month pricing model attractive.

For acquisition-oriented observers, Netsec represents a potential target in the managed security services provider (MSSP) space. Its rapid traction—thousands of endpoints managed in the first year—demonstrates product-market fit. Strategic buyers could include larger IT service providers, cybersecurity platforms, or private equity firms looking to consolidate the fragmented managed services market.

About the Investors

Partech is a global venture capital firm with a strong presence in Europe. The round also includes notable angel investors such as Riccardo Zacconi (co-founder of King) and Vito Lomele (founder of Jobrapido), alongside institutional funds like Vento Ventures, Everywhere Ventures, Kima Ventures, and Ithaca Investments. This mix of strategic angels and venture funds suggests confidence in Netsec's team and market approach.

Looking Ahead

With fresh capital, Netsec is positioned to expand its operations across Europe and the United States. The company's ability to serve clients in both regions from its French and Italian headquarters provides a foundation for growth. As mid-market companies continue to face evolving cyber threats and regulatory requirements, Netsec's integrated offering may see increasing demand.

The funding will likely support hiring, product development, and go-to-market expansion. For acquirers, Netsec offers a scalable platform with recurring revenue and a sticky customer base—key attributes in the cybersecurity services sector.