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Strategic security & organizational resilience

Institute for Security and Strategic Research

IVSR is an independent institute for strategic security, preventive security management, and organizational resilience research. We design, audit, and implement turnkey security solutions for institutions, enterprises, and municipalities.

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  1. 01ResearchEmpirical foundations for security decisions.
  2. 02StrategySecurity as a process, not a one-off service.
  3. 03ImplementationTurnkey delivery with measurable outcomes.

Turnkey security

Five integrated practice areas, one accountable partner.

Specialist services

When a standard solution is not enough.

  1. 017 servicesIntelligence & investigative supportVerified information for decisions that carry weight: business-environment and partner screening, structured open-source research, trade-secret protection and methodically led internal investigations.Learn more about this
  2. 022 servicesDigital & technical analysisHandling digital material so it withstands scrutiny: forensic readiness, authorized security testing and analysis that clearly separates findings from assumptions.Learn more about this
  3. 034 servicesCompliance, governance & resilienceFrom requirements to working procedures: external security leadership, ZInfV-1 and NIS2 preparation, personal-data protection, and governed, accountable use of artificial intelligence.Learn more about this
  4. 042 servicesResearch, development & trainingCommissioned security research and the IVSR Academy: studies for hard questions no standard report answers, and training built on exercises and assessed knowledge.Learn more about this

Integrated security system

Security is a layered system.

Modern threats are hybrid. Effective protection connects the perimeter, cyber, human and process layers into one coherent system around your core — data and critical assets.

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Perimeter security

Physical and technical protection, access control, surveillance.

Build your integrated system

How we work

Security is a process, not a service.

  1. 01

    Analysis

    A comprehensive analysis of your organization's specific security needs.

  2. 02

    Tailored solutions

    We develop tailored security solutions that address your unique challenges.

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    Implementation & oversight

    Systematic implementation with continuous support and regular upgrades.

Strategic projects

Strategic and development projects

IVSR Blog

Expert articles and analysis

  • A penetration testing specialist at work
    Security·8 min read

    What is penetration testing? Types, methodology, and choosing a provider

    Penetration testing is an authorized simulated attack in which experts discover and safely exploit vulnerabilities before real attackers do. This guide explains the types of tests, the methodology, how it differs from vulnerability scanning and red teaming, and how to choose a provider.

  • Analysts performing intelligence and data analysis
    Security·7 min read

    What is OSINT? Open-source intelligence explained

    OSINT, or open-source intelligence, is the lawful collection and analysis of publicly available information to support better business and security decisions. Learn the intelligence cycle, source reliability grading, and the legal and ethical boundaries (GDPR, ZVOP-2).

  • Attack simulation during a red team operation
    Security·8 min read

    Red teaming: what it is and how it differs from a penetration test

    Red teaming is a goal-oriented adversary simulation that tests the entire chain of people, processes, and technology. We explain how it differs from a penetration test, how an engagement unfolds, and when an organization is mature enough for it.

Tools

Start by finding out where you actually stand.

NIS2 / ZInfV-1 check

Essential or important entity? Category, duties, deadlines and official sources — against the new act's criteria.

Check your status

Security self-assessment

Seven questions, about two minutes. Get an overview of your gaps and recommended focus areas — no sign-up, nothing stored.

Start the assessment

Regulatory guide

NIS2, DORA, GDPR and ZVOP-2, ZVZD-1 and CER — who is in scope, what is required and what the penalties are. Every fact verified against the primary source.

Open the guide

FAQ

Answers to common questions

What are Turnkey Security solutions?
Turnkey Security is a comprehensive approach in which IVSR designs, audits and implements integrated security measures — from violence prevention and risk assessment to cybersecurity and internal control — tailored to your organization's specific needs.
Which organizations are your solutions suited to?
We work with institutions, enterprises and municipalities — from healthcare, education and public transport to corporate security, compliance and risk management. Solutions are adapted to each organization's size and exposure.
How does working with IVSR unfold?
Engagements begin with a thorough analysis of your security needs, followed by tailored solutions and their systematic implementation with continuous support and regular upgrades. We treat security as a process, not a one-off service.
In which languages and regions do you operate?
We operate in Slovenian and English, primarily in Slovenia and the wider region, and collaborate across borders on intelligence and international projects.

Ready to strengthen security across your organization?

Contact us to see how our turnkey solutions can build a safer, more resilient organization.

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