Qubit Cyber

About Qubit Cyber

Qubit Cyber is a cybersecurity consultancy that shifts the focus from traditional system security to a broader concept of "digital safety" for human-centric systems. Founded in 2023 and headquartered in Wellington, New Zealand, the firm operates with a team of 1-10 employees. The company was co-founded by Barry Greene. Qubit Cyber's philosophy posits that while preventing every breach is impossible, technology can be engineered to fail safely, turning a potential catastrophe into a managed state. This approach bridges proven physical-world safety engineering methodologies with cybersecurity expertise to protect people from harm in an increasingly interconnected technological world. The firm provides expert consulting services focused on digital safety, particularly for critical infrastructure sectors like healthcare, aviation, power grids, and manufacturing, where a breach can threaten human life. Their services include risk exposure assessments, cyber-physical lab services, and consulting on designing resilient, human-centric technology. Rather than solely focusing on whether a system is secure, Qubit Cyber asks if the product is safe for its users. They guide enterprises in navigating the complexities of cyber-physical environments, addressing vulnerabilities, and architecting for safe failure to ensure technology is robust and adaptive. The business model is centered on providing high-level advisory and consulting, with a clear ethical line against risk-accepting scenarios that could lead to physical harm.