Astra Security
Category: AI in Cybersecurity
Astra Security offers AI-driven penetration testing and vulnerability scanning solutions to simplify cybersecurity. Astra Security was founded in 2018. The company is led by Shikhil Sharma. Based in U.S. & India. Team size: N/A. Total funding raised: 2820000. Latest round: Venture Round. Key investors include Emergent Ventures, Neon Fund, Better Capital, Blume Ventures, PointOne Capital.
- Founded
- 2018
- Headquarters
- U.S. & India
- Team size
- N/A
- Total funding
- 2820000
Value proposition
Combines automated and manual penetration testing with AI-driven insights to enhance security posture
Products and solutions
Astra Vulnerability Scanner, Astra Pentest (PTaaS), Astra API Security Platform, Astra Cloud Vulnerability Scanner, Astra Autonomous Pentesting, Astra MCP
Unique value
Astra combines automated and manual penetration testing with AI-driven insights, offering a comprehensive security solution.
Target customer
Businesses and organizations requiring advanced cybersecurity solutions
Industries served
General cybersecurity across various sectors, including web apps, mobile apps, and cloud security
Technology advantage
Integration with CI/CD tools for continuous security monitoring and a dynamic vulnerability management dashboard
How they differentiate
Astra's integration of AI-driven insights and comprehensive vulnerability management sets it apart.
Main competitors
BreachLock, Pentera, Aikido Security
Key partnerships
New Relic, NordStellar
Notable customers
Loom, HackerRank, ITC, Muthoot Finance, CompTIA, Sprinto, Mamaearth, OLX Autos, University of Cambridge, Prime Healthcare
Major milestones
Developing AI-driven pentesting solutions to enhance cybersecurity for businesses.
Growth metrics
Not available
Market positioning
Astra positions itself as a premium, all-in-one security solution provider.
Geographic focus
Likely global given the nature of cybersecurity services.
Patents and IP
Not detailed in available sources
About Shikhil Sharma
Shikhil Sharma, an engineering graduate from NIIT University, is the Founder and CEO of Astra Security. With a background in consulting for various businesses, startups, and banks on cybersecurity, he identified critical gaps in the SME cybersecurity market, which led to the inception of Astra Security. He is a firm believer in simplifying security and is a self-proclaimed 'hacker at heart'.
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Official website: https://www.getastra.com/