# Brainstorm Security

Brainstorm Security is a London-based security consultancy specialising in ransomware negotiation and physical security assessments. The firm distinguishes itself through its team of ex-law enforcement and military professionals who bring operational experience from decades of criminal negotiations and security operations.

The company serves businesses of all sizes facing ransomware attacks, extortion demands, and physical security vulnerabilities. Their primary offering is rapid-response ransomware negotiation, where veteran negotiators deploy immediately to manage communications with threat actors, de-escalate situations, and secure optimal outcomes for compromised organisations. They understand criminal tactics and psychology, having spent years on the opposite side of negotiations as law enforcement officers.

Beyond cyber incidents, Brainstorm Security conducts controlled physical penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities in facility access and security protocols. This includes simulating social engineering attacks and physical intrusions using genuine attack methods within a controlled framework. The company then provides detailed assessments with actionable recommendations.

What sets them apart is their dual expertise spanning both cyber and physical security domains, combined with authentic law enforcement credibility. Rather than theoretical knowledge, their consultants bring battle-tested experience from real criminal negotiations and security incidents. They emphasise staff training as critical to threat mitigation, helping organisations build human-centric defences against insider threats and social engineering. Their approach prioritises client safety and recovery over purely technical solutions, positioning them as strategic partners during critical incidents rather than transactional service providers.