Defence and National Security
From artificial intelligence (AI) and cyber resilience to data, digital platforms and autonomous systems, technology is reshaping how nations protect their people, critical infrastructure and strategic capabilities.
We bring together industry and government to explore emerging technologies, strengthen resilience and support innovation across the UK's defence and national security ecosystem.
Technology is reshaping defence and national security
We see emerging technologies transforming how nations respond to defence and national security, with AI, data, autonomous systems and advanced communications central to operational effectiveness, resilience and strategic advantage.
We work with industry, government, defence and security organisations to create the conditions for innovation, strengthening collaboration, encouraging technology adoption and keeping the UK at the forefront of defence innovation. Explore our DefTech report and Defence and National Security programmes.
Global Context
The global defence and security environment is becoming increasingly complex, with technology playing a central role in both opportunity and risk. We're seeing nations invest heavily in digital capabilities, cyber resilience, artificial intelligence and emerging technologies to strengthen national security and operational advantage. As threats evolve, our ability to develop, integrate and adopt technology at pace will increasingly determine resilience and strategic effectiveness.
UK Strategic Impact
Our defence and security ecosystem is globally recognised, with strengths in innovation, research and advanced technology. Continued investment in emerging technologies will strengthen national resilience, maintaining operational advantage and building on our defence capabilities. Through our Defence and National Security communities, we bring industry and government together to accelerate technology adoption, share expertise and develop future capabilities, strengthening our national resilience.
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Artificial Intelligence+52T Security is a British-owned, independent cyber security consultancy helping organisations manage cyber risk and deliver secure operations in some of the UK's most complex and high-threat environments. Our expertise spans cyber Risk Assessment and threat modelling, advanced Security Operations Centre (SOC) capabilities, and Security Architecture. We provide independent design, build, testing, assurance and training services for secure information exchange and Cross Domain architectures, helping organisations reduce risk and operate securely across complex and sensitive environments. As an NCSC-Assured Consultancy for Risk Management and Security Architecture, our mission is simple: to help the UK and its critical organisations operate securely, confidently and at pace in the most demanding conditions.
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Our Subject Matter Experts
Fred Sugden
Associate Director - Defence and National Security
Fred is responsible for techUK's activities across the Defence and National Security sectors, working to provide members with access to key stakeholders across the Defence and National Security community. Before taking on the role of Associate Director for Defence and National Security, Fred was the Programme Head for Defence at techUK, leading the organisation's engagement with the Ministry of Defence. Before joining techUK in 2018, , he worked at ADS, the national trade association representing Aerospace, Defence, Security & Space companies in the UK. Fred is responsible for techUK’s market engagement and policy development activities across the Defence and National Security sectors, working closely with various organisations within the Ministry of Defence, and across the wider National Security and Intelligence community. Fred works closely with many techUK member companies that have an interest in these sectors, and is responsible for the activities of techUK's senior Defence & Security Board. Working closely with techUK's Programme Head for Cyber Security, Fred oversees a broad range of activities for techUK members. Outside of work, Fred's interests include football (a Watford FC fan) and skiing.
Jeremy Wimble
Senior PM - Defence
Jeremy manages techUK's defence programme, helping the UK's defence technology sector align itself with the Ministry of Defence - including the National Armaments Directorate (NAD), UK Defence Innovation (UKDI) and Frontline Commands - through a broad range of activities including policy consultation, private briefings and early market engagement. The Programme supports the MOD as it procures new digital technologies. Prior to joining techUK, from 2016-2024 Jeremy was International Security Programme Manager at the Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) coordinating research and impact activities for funders including the FCDO and US Department of Defense, as well as business development and strategy. Jeremy has a MA in International Relations from the University of Birmingham and a BA (Hons) in Politics & Social Policy from Swansea University.
Raya Tsolova
Senior Programme Manager, National Security
Raya Tsolova is a Senior Programme Manager at techUK. Prior to joining techUK, Raya worked in Business Development for an expert network firm within the institutional investment space. Before this Raya spent a year in industry working for a tech start-up in London as part of their Growth team which included the formation and development of a 'Let's Talk Tech' podcast and involvement in London Tech Week. Raya has a degree in Politics and International Relations (Bsc Hons) from the University of Bath where she focused primarily on national security and counter-terrorism policies, centreing research on female-led terrorism and specific approaches to justice there. Outside of work, Raya's interests include baking, spin classes and true-crime Netflix shows!
