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Since 1990, security-conscious companies have turned to Aurora for support of their business-critical applications. Aurora’s highly training sales and engineering teams uniquely combine to position Aurora as a single source security consulting service provider...
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- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Location
- Torrance, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
With 10+ years of hands-on experience, we have been recognized by our cliets for delivering excellence, offering business-specific cloud solutions to drive maximum impact at minimum cost...
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- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Big Data Analytics
- Managed Services
- IoT
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $600/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Amazon Automations is a USA-based service agency of auomations service providers. They provide services of automation like: amazon automation, Shopify automation, tiktok automation and walmart automations...
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- Cloud Consulting
- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Public Relations
- Print Design
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- Location
- California City, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Magna5 is a managed IT service provider focusing on network monitoring and maintenance, backup and disaster recovery, managed security, help desk, and SD-WAN...
Top Services:
- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Location
- Frisco, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
TechVoo, headquartered in Bloomingdale, IL, offers comprehensive IT solutions tailored to modern business needs. With a focus on managed cloud services, data protection, and disaster recovery, TechVoo ensures seamless operations and rapid recovery, allowing businesses to focus on growth without IT...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Location
- Bloomingdale, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
RYC Business IT specializes in delivering tailored information technology (IT) solutions that meet the unique needs of various industries, from law firms to healthcare. Its comprehensive services include cloud solutions, cybersecurity, data recovery, network design, and unified communications. With a...
Top Services:
- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Techmedics® helps businesses get the most out of their technology investments by offering comprehensive IT support plans flexible enough for any sized business, in any industry...
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- Cloud Consulting
- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Pasadena, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We Are Talent Acquisition Experts.We are here to place candidates for your need, at your request, with precision accuracy to your requirements. Our staffing team will search far and wide to bring you an array of human resources that are prepared to interview with your team...
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- Public Relations
- Reputation Management
- Staff Augmentation
- Managed Services
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are cybersecurity experts that can help you protect your business. We can help you complete assessments for internal purposes or compliance submissions. We can perform penetration testing and complete all necessary remediations. Protect your business with Acumen cybersecurity services...
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- Cybersecurity
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- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- St. Louis, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
WorkSmart IT Services is a client-first IT ally for growing businesses. Headquartered in Durham, North Carolina with offices in Charlotte and Atlanta, we help organizations make sharper decisions, reduce risk, improve resilience, and turn technology into measurable business momentum...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Cybersecurity
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Durham, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Healthcare Integrations helps healthcare organizations and vendors solve interoperability challenges. We connect data systems to unlock insights, improve patient care, and support healthier communities through smarter, seamless health IT solutions...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- CRM Consulting
- Staff Augmentation
- Cybersecurity
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Kansas City, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Gailey Solutions is leveraging a Strategy to take advantage of the advances in automation by identifying and Partnering with leading firms. These Services along with adult supervision create better results, more quickly, and drastically reduced time to deliver, and just as important, reduced costs...
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- Cybersecurity
- IT Compliance Solution
- Managed Services
- Staff Augmentation
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Plano, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Lockbaud is a Kansas City-based managed IT services provider focused on helping small businesses, law firms, and accounting firms operate securely and efficiently. The company delivers proactive IT support, cybersecurity, cloud solutions, and VoIP services with a strong emphasis on responsiveness, same-day...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- IT Compliance Solution
- Cloud Consulting
- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
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- Location
- Kansas City, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
What Makes Us Different?Personal, White-Glove Service: We provide each client with a dedicated IT resource whounderstands every aspect of their business and how technology drives their success...
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- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Bloomington, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Five 9 Our expertise lies in the design and construction of systems dedicated to optimizing the availability of mission-critical applications. Our unwavering pursuit is to attain the exceptional benchmark of 99.999% (Five 9s) availability...
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- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
- AI Development
- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
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- Location
- Englewood, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $235/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Your Job Isn't To Handle IT - Ours is!Virtua Computers is a member of the Virtua Consulting. At Virtua, we recognize the impact of even the smallest technology decision on internal and external experience. Through our own consultancy, coaching for other IT Pros and a series of annual events and programs...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $225/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Soaring Towers is a Southern California MSP built specifically to better protect SMBs from the latest threats. Founded in 2017 with a business-first philosophy, we deliver managed IT, 24/7 SOC-backed cybersecurity, Microsoft 365 management, and strategic IT consulting that fits your operations, not the other...
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- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Culver City, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $220/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Cannon System Design, we are dedicated to providing top-notch IT and A/V installation solutions with a focus on quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction. Our experienced team is committed to delivering exceptional results for all your technology needs, ensuring seamless connectivity, enhanced...
Top Services:
- Managed Services
- Location
- Grand Prairie, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $210/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
BRITECITY Orange County's Award-Winning Managed IT Partner. Delivering 24/7 managed IT services, cybersecurity, and cloud solutions to Irvine, Anaheim, and all of Orange County since 2007. Flat-rate, no-surprises support with on-site & remote helpdesk, HIPAA compliance, and zero-downtime migrations. Trusted...
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- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Cybersecurity
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- Location
- Irvine, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $205/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Advanced Networks delivers fully managed IT and cybersecurity from our Los Angeles HQ and offices in Orange County and San Francisco, serving Southern California and the Bay Area. Unlimited support, proactive monitoring, and a full security stack, on a fixed monthly rate with no surprise costs...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Cybersecurity
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Internet Nerdz stands as a premier technology services and consulting firm, dedicated to crafting innovative solutions tailored to meet the intricate demands of your digital transformation journey. With a steadfast commitment to excellence, we specialize in developing cutting-edge strategies and solutions...
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- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Cybersecurity
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Pensacola, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At BuildPro Business Services, we specialize in Virginia Beach and Hampton Roads web design that helps local businesses stand out online. Whether you're in Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, or outside the greater Hampton Roads area, our web design services are tailored to your business's unique needs...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- SEO
- Managed Services
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- Location
- Virginia Beach, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Ashton Technology Solutions is a strategic business technology consultant and managed IT services provider serving SMBs throughout Greater Cleveland and Northeast Ohio. We don't serve technology; we serve the people who rely on it...
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- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Software Development
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
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- Location
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Maybe youre concerned with keeping your business safe from cyberattacks like Ransomware and data loss, or maybe youre concerned with the current rising costs of your IT services, or maybe you are just running short on time because of your expanding business and need to hand over the reins of some services to...
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- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Cyber Wise Consulting is a cybersecurity consulting firm dedicated to enhancing the security posture of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). We offer a comprehensive range of services, including managed security services and consulting packages tailored to various business sizes. Our mission is to...
Top Services:
- Cybersecurity
- IT Compliance Solution
- Managed Services
- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Astute Technology Management delivers IT and cybersecurity solutions that empower people and boost productivity. With expert support, cloud, backup, and compliance, our certified team ensures fast, reliable service through a people-first approach...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Dublin, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Ryan Spelts Marketing is a strategy-first agency in Northern Utah, serving growth minded contractors, service companies, and local businesses nationwide. We build sales-driven websites, SEO Campaigns, and multi-channel lead gen systems that fuel growth. Our LaunchScape™ framework is our custom style of...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Managed Services
- Location
- North Ogden, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Krove, our mission is to empower businesses with reliable, secure, and innovative IT solutions. We deliver personalized managed services that keep our clients connected, protected, and prepared for the future. Driven by a passion for technology and a commitment to excellence, we simplify complexity, solve...
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- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Pompano Beach, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Safebox Technology is a managed IT and cybersecurity provider delivering secure, high-performance infrastructure, cloud, and support services to mid-market organizations. The company focuses on building resilient networks, reducing risk, and improving operational efficiency through 24/7 monitoring, advanced...
Top Services:
- Managed Services
- Location
- Marco Island, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
The 20 MSP delivers Managed IT Services that help businesses operate smarter, safer, and more efficiently across single and multi-location environments. We act as a true extension of your organization, providing proactive IT support, cybersecurity, cloud and Microsoft and Apple management, and strategic IT...
Top Services:
- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Location
- Plano, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
IntSignal delivers enterprise cloud, cybersecurity, telecom, and infrastructure solutions built for resilience, scalability, and operational control...
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- CRM Consulting
- ERP Consulting
- Big Data Analytics
- Staff Augmentation
- Managed Services
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- Location
- Santa Ana, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Vision Quest is a specialized cybersecurity and managed services provider serving the Sacramento professional community. The organization focuses on solving the shortage of high-level technical talent by providing managed detection and response (MDR), endpoint protection, and network security monitoring...
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- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- IT Compliance Solution
- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Citrus Heights, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
inTech Consulting is a Washington-based managed IT and cybersecurity provider helping businesses across the Pacific Northwest navigate compliance frameworks like CMMC, HIPAA, and DFARS while keeping day-to-day technology secure and reliable. We work with manufacturers, healthcare organizations, and other...
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- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Kent, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
eTop Technology keeps Inland Empire businesses running with security-first managed IT. From our Redlands headquarters we support law firms, manufacturers, engineering firms, and professional services teams across Southern California with 24/7 monitoring, responsive help desk, compliance guidance, and cloud...
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- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Redlands, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Welcome to MC Services, the human side of technology and your premier IT company...
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- Staff Augmentation
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
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- Location
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Founded by U.S. Air Force veteran Evan Fannin, The Network Gurus has kept Southwest Florida businesses running for more than 15 years. From our base in Englewood, we act as the in-house IT department for medical and dermatology practices, auto dealerships, law firms, and CPA firms across Sarasota and Manatee...
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- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Englewood, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
ISOCNET is a company that specializes in providing IT solutions in the Greater Cincinnati area. We offer a range of services, including Managed Services, Network/Data Security, Microsoft Office 365, Cloud Hosting, and Server hosting. In addition to IT services, we also provide Website Design/Development and...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Florence, Kentucky
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Intech Hawaii is the go-to expert for network design, cybersecurity and managed services. With a specialized focus on multi-site networks, we offer comprehensive solutions including disaster recovery, firewall security and voice and data-structured cabling, ensuring secure and efficient operations for...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Compliance Solution
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Honolulu, Hawaii
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Tech Superpowers is the driving force behind Boston's creators, thinkers, and changemakers, igniting greatness through our seamless and tailored technology solutions. With our expertise in managed IT services, cybersecurity and top-notch AV integration, we empower businesses to thrive with smooth growth...
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- IT Services
- Location
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Hi, my name is Matt Kahle, CEO and Co-Owner of Real IT Solutions. Together with Adam Peterson (CTO & Co-Owner), we bring a tremendous diversity of skills and expertise to our customers. When working in corporate America, one of our jobs was to find consistent, high-quality vendors. Over and over again, we...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Location
- Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
For over 25 years, Crown Computers has been the go-to provider for technology support in San Diego. With a deep commitment to excellence and innovation, Crown Computers leverages industry-leading products and technologies like Microsoft SharePoint, Teams, and cloud storage solutions to create fully connected...
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- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Insightful Networks is a leading technology solution provider founded in 1998, offering comprehensive IT services to businesses in the Los Angeles area. With a dedicated team of IT professionals, it prioritizes reliability, responsiveness, and quality in addressing clients' technology needs. Insightful...
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- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Total Secure Technology, based in Sacramento, CA, specializes in delivering managed IT security and managed IT services to enhance cybersecurity defenses and business efficiency. Its dedicated team of cybersecurity experts and IT support technicians offers real-time threat management as a managed security...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Location
- Sacramento, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
SmartProIT is a leading IT services company with over 24 years of industry experience that leverages technology for business growth. Combining corporate expertise with a small business mindset, SmartProIT aims to empower businesses with innovative IT solutions. Its proactive approach ensures seamless...
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- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Katalyst helps businesses achieve their tech goals, ensuring they reach new heights swiftly. We assure 100% satisfaction with our services. If not, we'll make it right or refund you for the last 30 days...
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- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
With over 25 years of expertise, Net Friends is a trusted Microsoft Solutions Partner, offering comprehensive Managed IT Services and cybersecurity solutions. The agency provides businesses with reliable IT infrastructure, secure servers, and expert support. Net Friends empowers clients to make informed...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Location
- Durham, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Razz Professional Services offers top-tier IT support, consulting, and managed services tailored for small businesses in Los Angeles. Providing reliable IT solutions, the agency guarantees seamless technology management, including proactive monitoring, network security, cloud solutions, and VoIP phone...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Location
- Culver City, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
The MacGuys+ is a reputable managed IT services provider based in the Minneapolis Twin Cities Area, specializing in Mac repair, IT network support, and security solutions. With a strong focus on ensuring peak performance and efficiency for Mac devices, the agency offers comprehensive support services tailored...
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- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Location
- St. Louis Park, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Capstone Works is a trusted partner for managed IT services, specializing in solving complex technology challenges. With a focus on personalized support and enterprise-grade cybersecurity solutions, the agency ensures that the client's IT infrastructure is robust, secure, and aligned with core business goals...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Location
- Cedar Park, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Precise Business Solutions offers comprehensive IT, web design, development, digital marketing, and VoIP services in Spring, TX. Focused on responsive, high-quality, and amiable service, the agency stands out as a managed IT services provider committed to accuracy, efficiency, and consistency. The agency...
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- Managed Services
- Web Development
- Location
- Spring, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Hiring Guide: How to Choose the Best Managed IT Services Providers in the US
How to choose the best managed service provider in the United States?
Use the criteria below to narrow your shortlist before moving into detailed discussions:
- Clarify internal requirements
Start by mapping your current IT environment, key pain points, and expected growth. This helps you filter out providers that aren’t built for your scale or complexity. - Look for proven, relevant experience
Prioritize MSPs with experience supporting businesses like yours. Industry familiarity, certifications, and documented results signal the ability to operate within your technical and regulatory landscape. - Assess service breadth and maturity
An experienced MSP should support both daily operations and higher-level needs such as security, cloud optimization, and disaster recovery with the ability to adapt services over time. - Evaluate scalability and stability
The right partner can scale infrastructure and security as your business evolves, without service disruption or constant contract changes. - Review security and compliance readiness
Make sure the MSP you choose has proven experience handling data protection, risk management, and industry-specific compliance requirements. - Measure responsiveness and reliability
Clear SLAs, defined response times, and consistent communication practices are essential for maintaining continuity and minimizing downtime. - Check reputation and transparency
Client reviews and references should provide some insight into how the MSP will operate once the partnership starts.
What results could businesses expect from an MSP?
Working with a managed services provider leads to measurable operational outcomes alongside long-term business benefits. Here’s what you can expect:
- Reduced downtime and disruption
Organizations using managed services report up to a 27% decrease in system downtime, driven by continuous monitoring and faster incident response. - Lower overall IT operating costs
Companies that outsource IT operations report an average 19-30% reduction in IT operational expenses, primarily due to fewer outages, automation, and reduced internal overhead. - Faster issue resolution
AI-backed monitoring and automation used by MSPs have reduced incident response times by up to 40%. - Stronger resilience during security incidents
Managed security services helped mitigate over 36% of ransomware incidents globally in 2024, improving recovery speed and containment. - Better scalability as the business grows
You would be able to scale users, devices, and infrastructure without performance degradation or service gaps.
These results explain why in 2024 more than 68% of enterprises outsourced at least one IT function and why the U.S. accounted for 38% of the global MSP market.
How does a managed IT services company ensure security, compliance, and data protection?
With a global shortage of 3.5 million cybersecurity professionals, 43% of organizations now outsource cybersecurity capabilities to managed providers. MSPs help businesses protect their systems and data through continuous monitoring and compliance-led practices:
- Cybersecurity monitoring and response
MSPs provide 24/7 monitoring across networks, endpoints, and cloud systems. AI-powered detection significantly improves response speed: it reduces average breach detection time from 181 days to 51 days and enables 73% faster containment than in-house teams. - Ransomware and threat mitigation
Layered security controls and rapid isolation help limit the impact of attacks. In 2024, over 36% of global ransomware incidents were mitigated through MSP-managed security services, improving recovery and containment outcomes. - Backup, disaster recovery, and continuity
MSPs maintain encrypted, redundant backups and tested recovery plans, which are required under many regulatory frameworks and critical for minimizing downtime during incidents. - Compliance management
34% of companies adopted managed security services specifically to meet compliance standards such as HIPAA, PCI DSS, and GDPR. What MSPs do is track regulatory requirements and maintain audit-ready documentation.
How to tell if a business needs fully managed services or co-managed IT?
The decision comes down to how much internal IT capability you have and how much responsibility you want to retain.
Fully managed IT is typically the right fit if:
- You don’t have an internal IT team or rely on generalist support
- You want to outsource IT operations, security, and maintenance fully
- Predictable monthly costs matter more to you than hands-on control
In this model, the managed services company owns day-to-day IT, including help desk, infrastructure, cybersecurity, compliance, and planning.
Co-managed IT is usually a better option if:
- You already have an internal IT team, but they lack capacity or specialized skills
- You want to retain oversight while outsourcing areas like security, cloud, or monitoring
- Your IT needs to scale with growth or hybrid work
What questions should you ask before hiring a managed services firm?
Asking targeted questions early will help you clarify how a managed service provider operates in practice, beyond sales promises and proposals.
Relevant Background
- What services and technologies/platforms do you specialize in?
- Can you share case studies and client references similar to my project scope and complexity?
- What is your support coverage (e.g., onsite or remote, after-hours coverage)?
Services and Processes
- How are support requests handled end-to-end (e.g., channels, ticket triage, and service level agreements)?
- Which security frameworks and compliance standards do you follow?
- What are our operational governance practices for incident response, escalation, change management, and post-incident reviews?
- What recovery time and recovery point objectives do you commit to, and what architecture/backup assumptions are required to meet them?
Related to Your Project
- Who will manage our systems daily, and what is their seniority level?
- How will you integrate with our existing tools and systems?
- How do you handle scaling and capacity planning as demand grows?
- What level of ongoing support is included after onboarding, and what will be billed separately?
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Managed IT Services FAQs
What can a managed IT service provider do for business?
A managed service provider (MSP) is an external partner that manages and supports your IT systems so your team can focus on running the business instead of fixing tech issues.
MSPs typically handle:
- IT infrastructure management (networks, servers, hardware, and cloud systems)
- Proactive monitoring and maintenance to prevent downtime
- Cybersecurity and data protection, including threat detection and incident response
- Backup and disaster recovery to protect business-critical data
- Help desk and technical support for day-to-day issues
- IT planning and advisory, aligning technology with business goals
As IT environments grow more complex, more U.S. businesses are turning to managed services.
The U.S. managed services market reached $69.9 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a 10.5% CAGR through 2033, driven by remote work, cloud adoption, and rising cybersecurity threats.
What types of MSPs are there?
Managed service companies can be categorized in two ways:
1. By provider model (how the MSP operates and partners with your business)
| Type | What It Covers | Best For |
| Pure-Play MSPs | Core IT operations like monitoring, maintenance, patching, and system support | Small to mid-sized businesses needing reliable day-to-day IT management |
| Staffing-Led MSPs | Managed IT services combined with IT staff augmentation | Companies that need flexible capacity or temporary technical expertise |
| High-Level (Strategic) MSPs | End-to-end IT management, cybersecurity, cloud strategy, and long-term planning | Enterprises with complex infrastructure and strategic IT needs |
2. By service focus (what specific IT functions they manage)
Most specialize in one or more of the following areas:
- IT support: Ongoing monitoring, troubleshooting, and system maintenance
- Security services: Threat detection, vulnerability management, and compliance support
- Cloud services: Cloud migration, optimization, and ongoing management
- Network services: Network monitoring, performance optimization, and connectivity management
- Backup & disaster recovery: Data protection, backups, and business continuity planning
- Industry-specific: Tailored IT support for regulated sectors like healthcare, finance, retail, and legal
What benefits can businesses expect from managed IT service providers?
MSP services are designed to reduce operational strain and create more stability. Here’s what they bring to the table:
- Predictable IT costs
Fixed or subscription-based pricing reduces budget uncertainty and unexpected expenses. - Access to specialized expertise
On-demand support across infrastructure, cloud, security, and compliance. - Proactive system oversight
Performance issues now carry the same business impact as outages. According to Catchpoint’s SRE Report 2025, 53% of organizations agree that “slow is the new down,” reinforcing why proactive monitoring and performance management are core managed services benefits. - Stronger security foundations
Continuous threat monitoring, patching, and security controls reduce exposure to cyber risks. This is an increasing priority as the FBI recorded 859,532 cyberattacks in the U.S. in 2024, marking a 144% increase since 2018. - Simplified compliance support
Built-in processes ensure you meet regulatory requirements like HIPAA and PCI DSS. - Optimized technology management
Guidance on selecting, maintaining, and updating systems helps you avoid waste. - More focus on core work
Internal teams spend less time on IT operations and more on business priorities.
What is the difference between staff augmentation and managed services?
Staff augmentation providers and managed service providers both offer IT outsourcing solutions, but they differ in several key ways:
| Aspect | Staff Augmentation | Managed Services |
| Primary purpose | Fill skill or capacity gaps | Fully manage defined IT functions |
| Control | Client retains full control | Provider owns delivery and outcomes |
| Engagement type | Short-term or project-based | Usually ongoing, long-term partnership |
| Accountability | Client manages performance | Provider accountable via SLAs |
| Team integration | Works as part of your in-house team | Operates as an external IT owner |
| Cost structure | Hourly or contract-based | Typically fixed or subscription-based |
How much do managed service providers in the USA charge?
On average, managed service firms charge $150-$400 per user per month or $175-$300 per hour. For enterprise-level projects, pricing can start at $10,000 per month.
Main factors that influence MSP pricing:
- Number of users or devices
- Scope of managed services
- Infrastructure complexity and data volume
- Contract length and service hours
Common MSP pricing models:
- Per-user pricing: Predictable costs tied to headcount
- Per-device pricing: Charges based on supported hardware
- Tiered plans: Different service levels at increasing prices
- Flat-rate pricing: Unlimited support for a fixed monthly fee
- À la carte services: Pay only for specific IT needs