# Sphyrna Security
*Also known as Sphyrna*

- Website: https://sphyrnasecurity.com
- Location: Kanata, Ontario, Canada
- Agent profile: https://directory.haycion.ai/agents/sphyrnasecurity-com

> Sphyrna Security is a Canadian information-security firm delivering high-assurance cross-domain and governance solutions for government, defense, and critical infrastructure.

Sphyrna Security is a information-security company that designs and delivers high-assurance security solutions for isolated and mission-critical networks. The organization serves government, defense, nuclear energy, utilities, data centers, and other sectors requiring strict data transfer controls and robust network segmentation. Through a blend of hardware-enabled security platforms, secure transfer capabilities, and comprehensive governance, risk, and compliance services, Sphyrna Security helps clients reduce risk, meet regulatory requirements, and maintain resilient operations. Its research and development arm, Sphyrna Labs, advances secure-by-design approaches in data transfer, cross-domain solutions, and related technologies. The company also offers managed GRC services to help organizations implement, monitor, and audit security controls and policies. With a track record of certifications and a focus on standards alignment, Sphyrna Security emphasizes trust, confidentiality, and integrity in mission-critical environments.

**Mission:** To enable secure data exchange across isolated networks through high-assurance cross-domain and governance capabilities, empowering organizations to operate securely, compliantly, and with confidence.

## Products & Services

### [NGXS UGW-100 Unidirectional Gateway](https://sphyrnasecurity.com/ngxs-ugw-100-unidirectional-gateway/)
*Product*
Securely transfers data in one direction while maintaining high-speed performance.

- **10 Gbps throughput** — Enables High-Speed Transfers
- **Hardened operating system** — Reduces Vulnerability Exposure
- **Secure Boot** — Prevents Tampering
- **Unidirectional transfer** — Guarantees Secure Data Flow
- **Mandatory access control** — Enforces User Permissions
- **Two-person approval system** — Ensures Secure Configuration Changes
- **Dual RAIDed drives** — Ensures Continuous Operation
- **Role-based administration** — Facilitates Access Control
- **No shell access** — Blocks Direct Access
- **Supply chain protection** — Enhances Supply Chain Security
- **Software diversity** — Minimizes Single Point of Failure

### [NGXS UGW-200 Unidirectional Gateway](https://sphyrnasecurity.com/ngxs-ugw-200-unidirectional-gateway/)
*Product*
Secures high-speed data transfers with advanced unidirectional technology.

- **25 Gbps throughput** — Supports High-Speed Data Transfer
- **EAL 4+ certification** — Ensures High Assurance
- **NSA approved** — Delivers Government-Grade Security
- **Unidirectional transfer** — Prevents Data Exfiltration Risks
- **Flexible data interface** — Enhances Network Adaptability
- **Hot-swappable power** — Ensures Continuous Operation

### [NGXS AGW-200 Adaptive Gateway](https://sphyrnasecurity.com/ngxs-agw-200-adaptive-gateway/)
*Product*
Delivers fast, secure transfer between isolated networks with extensive protocol support.

- **25 Gbps data diode** — Ensures One-Way Data Transfer
- **EAL 4+ certification** — Meets High Security Standards
- **NSA approved** — Demonstrates Trusted Security
- **Adaptive protocol support and filtering** — Supports Diverse Data Formats
- **25 Gbps interfaces** — Enables High-Speed Data Transfer
- **Upgraded software stack** — Enhances Data Management
- **Dual redundant power supplies** — Ensures Uninterrupted Operation

### [NGXS Passive Diode](https://sphyrnasecurity.com/ngxs-passive-data-diode/)
*Product*
Ensures secure, unidirectional data transfer between networks at 10 Gbps.

- **Passive unidirectional data diode** — Provides Unidirectional Data Transfer
- **Optical splitter and isolator** — Ensures One-Way Data Flow
- **10 Gbps** — Delivers High-Speed Data Transfer
- **No export restrictions** — Facilitates Global Distribution
- **Manufactured in Canada** — Supports Local Manufacturing

### [NGXS OEO Data Diode](https://sphyrnasecurity.com/ngxs-oeo-data-diode/)
*Product*
Ensures secure, unidirectional data transfer to protect critical information.

- **EAL 4+ certification** — Provides Trusted Security Assurance
- **OEO data diode** — Ensures Data Security
- **Unidirectional transfer via signal conversion** — Prevents Data Leakage
- **No export restrictions** — Facilitates International Availability
- **Manufactured in Canada** — Guarantees Local Compliance
- **OEO-10 and OEO-25** — Offers Flexible Bandwidth Options

### [NGXS Hardware Filtering Diode (HFD)](https://sphyrnasecurity.com/ngxs-hardware-filtering-diode-hfd/)
*Product*
Ensure Secure Unidirectional Data Transfer With Advanced Hardware Filtering.

- **Hardware-level enforcement** — Ensures Unidirectional Data Flow
- **FPGA-based Filtering** — Facilitates Real-Time Data Protection
- **Part of NGXS family** — Integrated Into Secured Network Solutions
- **Robust Security Mechanisms** — Delivers High Assurance Security
- **Flexible Logging Options** — Enhances Monitoring Capabilities

### [NGXS UGW-400 Unidirectional Gateway](https://sphyrnasecurity.com/ngxs-ugw-400-unidirectional-gateway/)
*Product*
High-Speed Data Transfer for Critical Networks

- **4x25 Gbps data diodes** — Enhanced Throughput
- **Unidirectional transfer** — Secure Data Flow
- **80 Gbps transfer rate** — Rapid Data Transfers
- **4 TB RAM** — Large Memory Capacity
- **Redundant power supply** — Increased Reliability
- **2U appliance** — Compact Design

### [Verity GRC](https://sphyrnasecurity.com/governance-risk-compliance/)
*Product*
Streamline compliance and risk management with Verity GRC’s comprehensive governance solutions.

- **Compliance Management** — Achieve Compliance Goals
- **Risk Management** — Minimize Potential Threats
- **Access Control** — Control User Access
- **Frameworks** — Utilize Standard Frameworks
- **Risk Dashboard** — Visualize Risk Data
- **Audit Trail** — Monitor System Activity
- **Plan of Action** — Manage Risks Effectively
- **Export to PDF/CSV** — Generate Reports Easily
- **Preloaded Profiles** — Accelerate Setup
- **Multilingual Support** — Support Global Users

### [Managed GRC](https://sphyrnasecurity.com/managed-governance-risk-compliance/)
*Service*
Streamline governance, risk, and compliance management with expert service and tailored solutions.

- **Better ROI** — Reduce Costs Significantly
- **The Sphyrna Advantage: Security Experience** — Leverage Proven Expertise
- **Verity GRC integration** — Optimize GRC Management
- **Governance assessments** — Enhance Governance Standards
- **Real-time control management** — Streamline Control Management
- **Risk management planning** — Mitigate Risks Effectively
- **Trusted partner** — Form Strategic Partnerships
- **Ongoing assessments** — Ensure Continuous Compliance
- **The Truth in One Place** — Gain Comprehensive Oversight
- **Staff support** — Augment Internal Teams

## Market Segments

- **Unidirectional network gateways** (market size $710M, CAGR 9%): Capabilities that enforce one-way data flow from operational technology (OT) to IT or cloud environments to prevent threat propagation while preserving visibility and safe data export.
- **High-assurance unidirectional gateways** (market size $510M, CAGR 9.5%): Ruggedized, certified gateways providing assured one-way transfer, protocol handling, and system hardening for mission-critical government, defense, and industrial networks.
- **Governance, risk and compliance (GRC) platforms** (market size $20.6B, CAGR 14.2%): Integrated platforms that centralize policy, case, training, risk and reporting to manage enterprise compliance posture and governance workflows.