Please provide a description of your company in 50 words or less.
Guarded Cyber, a Veteran-Owned Managed Cybersecurity Services Provider, specializes in protecting high-risk, regulated, and municipal clients. With over 100 years of combined expertise, we deliver trusted solutions that ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and secure critical digital assets, empowering organizations to operate confidently in today’s complex regulatory landscape.
Why did you join RSPA?
Guarded Cyber joined RSPA to access a trusted network of industry leaders and gain valuable support in navigating the evolving retail technology landscape. By leveraging RSPA’s resources and community, we can better serve our clients, strengthen partnerships, and stay ahead of emerging cybersecurity challenges in the retail sector.
What are the core values of your company?
Guarded Cyber’s core values are Integrity, Expertise, and Client-Centricity. We uphold the highest standards of ethics in protecting our clients’ digital assets, leverage deep industry knowledge to deliver tailored solutions, and prioritize our clients’ success by providing reliable, proactive cybersecurity services that enable them to operate securely in regulated, high-risk environments.
What verticals do you serve?
Guarded Cyber serves medium-sized businesses in highly regulated and high-risk verticals, including:
- Financial Services (RIA firms, Broker-Dealers, Insurance, Mortgage Banks)
- Accounting Services (CPA Firms, Bookkeeping)
- Healthcare (Medical Practices, Clinics)
- Municipal Services (Local Governments, Public Sector Agencies)
- Education (Private Schools)
- Manufacturing
- Auto Dealerships
- Legal Services
- Insurance Services
- Real Estate Services
We focus on industries with stringent compliance requirements and critical data protection needs.
What products/services do you provide?
Guarded Cyber provides a comprehensive suite of managed cybersecurity services designed for regulated and high-risk environments, including:
- Managed Detection and Response (MDR): Continuous monitoring and threat response.
- Incident Response & Digital Forensics: Rapid containment and investigation of cyber incidents.
- Compliance Management: Ensuring adherence to industry-specific regulations (SEC, FINRA, FTC, NIST, etc.).
- Tabletop Cybersecurity Exercises: Simulated incident scenarios to improve readiness.
- Security Assessments & Penetration Testing: Identifying and addressing vulnerabilities.
- Cybersecurity Training: Educating employees on cyber threats and best practices.
- Backup & Disaster Recovery Solutions: Ensuring business continuity in case of data loss or breach.
- Policy Development & Risk Management: Custom cybersecurity policies tailored to your industry’s needs.
- Our solutions empower businesses to mitigate risks, maintain compliance, and safeguard critical digital assets.
Name one fun fact that makes your company different from others.
Guarded Cyber is led by a team with military roots, including a U.S. Naval Academy graduate and Navy veteran, bringing the discipline, precision, and mission-driven mindset of military cybersecurity operations to protecting businesses. This unique blend of military and academic expertise sets us apart in the cybersecurity industry.
What is the most encouraging thing you see for the future of the retail IT industry?
The most encouraging thing we see for the future of the retail IT industry is the growing emphasis on integrated cybersecurity and seamless technology solutions. Retailers are increasingly adopting advanced technologies like AI-driven analytics and cloud-based POS systems, creating opportunities for innovation while prioritizing data protection and compliance. This shift toward smarter, more secure retail environments will drive enhanced customer experiences and operational efficiency.
