2025 Cybersecurity Incentive for SMEs: Non-repayable grant up to 50%

ISGroup Cybersecurity

Digital threats are advancing relentlessly: from ransomware to zero-day attacks, SMEs and professionals are increasingly exposed and often lack adequate technical resources. The Ministerial Decree of July 18, 2025 and the Directorial Decree of November 21, 2025 introduce an incentive designed to provide concrete technological relief to Italian SMEs, with a non-repayable grant covering up to 50% of eligible expenses for cybersecurity and cloud services solutions.

ISGroup guides you step-by-step through the incentive: regulatory clarity, concrete use cases, and recommended technological solutions to maximize your budget and corporate security.


Objective of the Incentive

To encourage the adoption of advanced technological solutions, promote digital transition, and strengthen the cyber resilience of Italian SMEs and self-employed workers.


Who Can Access It

The incentive is aimed at:

  • Italian SMEs
  • Self-employed workers

Minimum technical requirement: active Internet connectivity with ≥ 30 Mbps download speed at the time of application.


Eligible Expenses & Supported Technologies

Cybersecurity Hardware

  • Corporate Firewalls / Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW)
  • Secure Routers and Switches
  • IPS (Intrusion Prevention Systems)

Cybersecurity Software

  • Advanced Antivirus / Antimalware solutions
  • SIEM for event correlation and visibility
  • Vulnerability Management & Network Monitoring

Cloud Services IaaS / PaaS

  • Secure Virtual Machines
  • Corporate Backups
  • VPN and DDoS protection
  • Databases and integrated security layers

SaaS Services

  • ERP, CRM, HRM
  • Secure e-commerce solutions
  • Compliant AI productivity systems
  • Virtual UCC / PABX switchboards

Professional Services

Specialized configuration, monitoring, and technical support (up to 30% of the spending plan).


Acquisition Types

  • Direct purchase
  • SaaS/IaaS subscription (minimum 24 months)
  • Hybrid combination

Maximum recognized duration:

  • 12 months for direct purchase
  • 24 months for subscription

Incentive Details

  • Non-repayable grant of up to 50% of eligible expenses
  • Maximum per beneficiary: €20,000
  • Payment in 1 or 2 installments (also in a single solution at the end of the project)

ISGroup is an MIMIT Accredited Supplier

ISGroup SRL is officially registered in the list of MIMIT-authorized suppliers pursuant to the Directorial Decree of November 21, 2025, and complies with all technical and organizational requirements provided by the regulations.

This means you can rely on ISGroup to access the 2025 incentive, with the security of a certified, recognized, and reliable partner.

🎯 Relying on an accredited supplier is a necessary condition to obtain the grant. With ISGroup, you have the guarantee of being in good hands.

What we offer: Compliant documentation for accessing the grant; Complete assistance in designing and reporting the spending plan; Technical support in the configuration, monitoring, and maintenance of the adopted solutions.


Why Choose ISGroup for Your Cybersecurity

ISGroup SRL is an Italian cybersecurity boutique certified ISO 9001 and ISO/IEC 27001, with over 20 years of real technical experience in defending critical systems. We are specialists in:

  • Ethical Hacking & Manual Penetration Testing
  • Advanced Vulnerability Assessment
  • Threat Intelligence and Continuous Security Testing
  • Managed Services: SOC, vCISO, VMS, DFIR
  • Compliance support for GDPR, NIS2, DORA, PCI DSS

👉 Competitive advantages for your SME:

  • Personalized approach based on the attacker’s point of view
  • Measurable results and a concrete security roadmap
  • Internal team of senior researchers
  • Dedicated support for accessing the incentive and optimizing the spending plan

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • Who can benefit from the incentive?
  • SMEs and self-employed workers with active connectivity ≥ 30 Mbps.
  • Which technologies are eligible for funding?
  • Cybersecurity hardware and software, cloud services, SaaS, and professional support.
  • How much can I obtain?
  • Up to 50% of eligible expenses, with a maximum of €20,000.
  • When can I submit an application?
  • After the publication of the list of authorized suppliers on the MIMIT portal.

Reference Regulations

  • Ministerial Decree of July 18, 2025 – Cyber & digital incentives
  • Directorial Decree of November 21, 2025 – Supplier list and requirements

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