SCC Unveils State-of-the-Art Security Operations Centre in Birmingham

By Anushka Malhotra

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Quick Read: SCC celebrates a year of remarkable growth in its Cyber division with the unveiling of an advanced Security Operations Centre (SOC) in Birmingham. The SOC, accredited by CREST, reinforces SCC's commitment to bolstering cybersecurity capabilities and providing enhanced protection for clients.

SCC, a leading technology solutions and services firm, marks a year of significant growth in its Cyber division with the inauguration of an advanced Security Operations Centre (SOC) at its international headquarters in Birmingham. This multimillion-pound investment solidifies SCC's commitment to fortifying its cybersecurity capabilities and ensuring enhanced protection for its clients.

Over the past 12 months, SCC has strategically expanded its Cyber division, investing in building a robust cyber capability within its Data Centre operation. This expansion has resulted in the creation of more than 30 new jobs spanning operations, AI, automation, technical architecture, product development, and sales.

The newly opened SOC, accredited by CREST, stands as a central hub for SCC's expanding Cyber operations team in the UK. It is equipped to provide continuous monitoring, prevention, detection, investigation, and mitigation of global cyber threats across diverse attack surfaces, reinforcing SCC's dedication to maintaining the security of its clients' businesses.

Steve Harrison, Cyber Operations Director at SCC, emphasized the importance of SCC's specialist Cyber expertise in assisting clients to navigate the evolving landscape of cyber threats. The establishment of the SOC marks a pivotal milestone in SCC's growth journey, with plans to further augment services and personnel within the Cyber team. This expansion aims to offer clients enhanced protection against the escalating challenges in the realm of cybersecurity.

Viscount Camrose, Minister for AI and Intellectual Property at the Department for Science, Innovation & Technology (DSIT), praised SCC's new SOC, highlighting its contribution to the thriving UK cybersecurity sector. The centre not only bolsters efforts to combat cyber threats but also contributes to the creation of high-paying jobs, reinforcing the West Midlands' position as a cybersecurity powerhouse.

As SCC continues to evolve and expand its cybersecurity initiatives, the new SOC stands as a testament to its unwavering commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions and safeguarding businesses in an increasingly complex digital landscape.

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The DigiSpinWM pilot programme, a bold initiative designed to accelerate the spin-out of digital and advanced manufacturing innovations in the West Midlands, has marked a key milestone with a showcase event in Birmingham, unveiling 11 investor-ready ventures developed over the past six months.

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Backed by Research England and delivered through a partnership between the University of Wolverhampton, Coventry University, and Birmingham City University via the West Midlands Combined Universities, the programme set out to test a collaborative model for commercialising innovation more efficiently and effectively.

In just six months, DigiSpinWM has:

- Assessed over 40 high-potential technologies for commercial viability
- Delivered tailored support to participants on spin-out strategy and intellectual property development
- Nurtured 11 ventures to investment readiness
- Developed a shared framework for technology transfer across participating universities

The recent showcase celebrated these achievements, spotlighting innovations spanning early-stage development to near-market solutions with the potential for significant societal and economic impact.

A Regional Model for Innovation

Ceri Jones, Director of Research & Enterprise at the University of Wolverhampton, reflected on the programme’s success:

The DigiSpinWM pilot has been a transformative journey. Seeing 11 investor-ready ventures emerge from such a collaborative, regional approach shows what’s possible when we unify efforts across institutions. These spinouts will drive real-world change and position the West Midlands at the forefront of digital and advanced manufacturing.

The pilot’s success is also credited to a strong ecosystem of academic mentors, business advisors, and industry reviewers who provided essential support and guidance to participants.

The showcase event featured live pitches from select ventures to an audience of investors, stakeholders, and innovation leaders, marking a key step towards unlocking the funding required to bring these innovations to market.

With the DigiSpinWM model proving its value, the programme signals a new chapter for spin-out activity in the West Midlands—one built on collaboration, shared infrastructure, and investment-ready innovation.

By Anushka Malhotra

8 Jun