Dropzone AI, a provider of AI-based Security Operations Center (SOC) analysts, has raised $37 million in a Series B funding round led by Theory Ventures, with participation from Madrona, Decibel Ventures, Pioneer Square Labs, and IQT. This funding validates Dropzone AI’s solution, which enhances security for over 100 enterprises, including UiPath, Zapier, and Pipe.
The company’s AI-based approach reduces security risks, operational costs, and analyst burnout—issues often overlooked by traditional cybersecurity tools. With a report indicating that 67% of cybersecurity professionals face staffing shortages, Dropzone AI is positioned for growth, having been recognized in the 2025 Gartner Hype Cycle for Security Operations as a Sample Vendor for AI SOC Agents.
Dropzone AI’s platform autonomously investigates security alerts, significantly improving coverage and speed. For example, CBTS utilizes Dropzone AI to offload 30-50% of its alert volume, enabling its team to focus on strategic tasks, such as threat hunting.
How the funding will be used: The new funding will be directed toward expanding global sales, marketing, and customer success teams; developing specialized autonomous AI agents; and strengthening ecosystem partnerships and technical integrations for wider compatibility across security tools.
KEY QUOTES:
“Dropzone AI’s ability to autonomously triage and investigate security alerts with human-level reasoning is a game-changer in a market that’s overwhelmed by alert fatigue and attack frequency. At Madrona we look for founders who are passionate about advancing their sector and have the technical ability to do so; Edward exemplifies this pairing of vision and acumen. We’re proud to support him and the Dropzone team in building what modern security teams need to stay ahead.”
Vivek Ramaswami, Partner at Madrona Ventures
“Dropzone AI SOC analyst’s performance is exceptional, delivering detailed, high-fidelity alerts within minutes. This transparent, rapid processing and accuracy significantly elevates threat response capabilities.”
Andrew Marsh, Director of Information Security at Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance
“Today’s funding fortifies our market lead. We’re driving a generational shift in cybersecurity from manpower-bound, alert-chasing SOC teams to SOC teams backed by an army of autonomous AI agents that get to focus on what truly matters. This change is not optional; it’s essential. We exist to level the playing field for cyber defenders, and we can field these next-generation capabilities right now. We know who we’re working for. We’ll ensure they always outmatch the attackers.”
Edward Wu, Founder and CEO of Dropzone AI
“As the AI SOC market has begun to mature, Dropzone has pulled ahead of the pack. Their AI SOC analysts have been validated by some of the world’s largest enterprises and MSSPs, and are in production across dozens of businesses – along with recognition from analyst firms like Gartner and Forrester. Dropzone’s sales have taken off as they’ve established their position as a trusted category leader; we were excited to double down in the Series B to further accelerate their efforts and shape what’s next in AI-native security platforms.”
Tomasz Tunguz, General Partner at Theory
