An integrated security organisation for physical and digital resilience
Founded in 2015, DEFENCETEC Enterprises combines armed security services, sovereign IT and AI infrastructure, and regulated procurement within one integrated operating model.
We support public authorities, defence-related organisations, critical infrastructure operators and companies with elevated protection, regulatory and liability requirements.
One organisation. Three specialised business areas.
DEFENCETEC Services, DEFENCETEC Technology and DEFENCETEC Trade operate as specialised business areas under a shared responsibility, governance and security framework.
DEFENCETEC Services
Armed security services for sensitive transports, exposed individuals, critical sites and complex cross-border operating environments.
- armed escort for sensitive and defence-related transports
- personal protection and site security
- structured operational planning
- documented command and communication structures
DEFENCETEC Technology
Sovereign communication, cloud, server and AI architectures for organisations with elevated security, regulatory and liability requirements.
- private communication and data environments
- sovereign server and application architectures
- private AI and knowledge systems
- controlled operations in Germany
DEFENCETEC Trade
Regulated procurement, trade processes and project-specific transactions involving security-sensitive and defence-related goods.
- project-specific procurement
- weapons and ammunition transactions
- coordination of regulated delivery processes
- documented handover and record keeping
From operational necessity to integrated capability
DEFENCETEC developed step by step from operational security practice into an organisation that combines physical protection, sovereign technology and regulated procurement.
Established in physical security
DEFENCETEC began as a specialised provider of armed security services for sensitive transports, exposed individuals and critical operating environments.
Development of controlled systems
Operational requirements led to the development of dedicated communication, documentation and infrastructure systems with clearly defined responsibilities and system boundaries.
Creation of DEFENCETEC Technology
The internally developed infrastructure and operating models became the foundation for sovereign IT, cloud, server and AI solutions for external clients.
Services, Technology and Trade
DEFENCETEC Enterprises now combines physical security, sovereign technology and regulated procurement within one shared operating and responsibility model.
Leadership and operational background
Kevin Balzer founded DEFENCETEC in 2015 and continues to lead the company. His professional background includes service as a military police officer and operational responsibility in sensitive security environments.
His experience in personal protection, critical-site security, sensitive transport operations and regulated security contexts shapes the organisation's emphasis on preparation, responsibility and controlled execution.
Our operating principles
Across all business areas, DEFENCETEC follows the same core principles: clear responsibility, controlled structures and documented execution.
Clear responsibility
Responsibilities, interfaces and decision-making structures are defined before operational or technical implementation begins.
Regulatory and operational discipline
Projects are assessed and implemented within the applicable legal, organisational and operational framework.
Physical and digital sovereignty
Protection measures, systems and operating models are designed to preserve control, traceability and operational independence.
Documented and controllable processes
Relevant decisions, system boundaries, operating procedures and responsibilities are structured so that they remain traceable and manageable.
Permits and Evidence Structures
- Authorised security company under the German Trade Regulation Act and the Security Services Ordinance
- Explosives-law permit and competency structures under sections 7 and 20 of the German Explosives Act
- Foreign trade and war weapons control approval and documentation processes
- Regular reviews and documented control processes ensure that permits, qualifications and other relevant evidence remain current and traceable
- Appropriate insurance and risk coverage structures are maintained for the activities offered
Management and Control Processes
DEFENCETEC continuously develops and reviews its management and control processes as part of ongoing audit and certification procedures.
Who we support
DEFENCETEC supports organisations whose operations involve elevated protection, regulatory, liability or sovereignty requirements.
- public authorities
- armed forces and defence-related organisations
- critical infrastructure operators
- industrial and logistics companies
- organisations with elevated security and regulatory requirements
Discuss your security-critical requirements with us.
During an initial confidential discussion, we clarify the operational context, responsibilities and the appropriate involvement of DEFENCETEC Services, Technology or Trade.
For sensitive information, an appropriate encrypted communication channel can be agreed where required.