Objective
The French National Coordination Centre (NCC-FR) focuses on fostering cybersecurity expertise, research, and industrial capacity.
The NCC-FR has launched a call for projects supporting SMEs, start-ups, and mid-sized companies in digital innovation and cybersecurity to encourage them to develop and adopt innovative digital and cybersecurity solutions and enhancing digital skills in the following areas:
1. Cyber solutions and technical developments.
2. Support for providers working towards PAMS qualification.
3. Standardization efforts for SMEs and start-ups.
Eligibility
-
The call is seeking Very Small Enterprises (VSEs) and Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) focused on cybersecurity and digital innovation.
-
Only single-partner projects are eligible for this call for projects.
-
Projects must have a minimum budget of 30,000 euros.
-
The company or entity must be based in France or within the European Union.
-
The project should align with the strategic goals of France 2030 and the EU’s Digital Europe or Horizon Europe programs.
-
Applicants must meet the criteria set out in the FSTP (Financial Support to Third Parties) program.
-
Applicants must follow cybersecurity norms and follow guidelines provided by ANSSI and Bpifrance, particularly concerning standards like PAMS (Prescribers Advisory Mission for Cybersecurity).
Funding
-
Total Budget: up to 2 000 000 EUR
-
Amount per project: 150 000 EUR
Deadline
The deadline to submit applications is set to 13 November 2024 17:00, Brussels time.
Source: European Digital Skills & Jobs Platform
