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DirectDefense

A
Maturity
92
Tier A
Rating
reviews
Headcount
110
-8.1%6m
Founded
2012
25y domain

About

DirectDefense is a privately-owned information security services company and managed security service provider based in Englewood, Colorado. Founded in 2011, the company has grown to over 110 employees and operates eight offices. DirectDefense delivers comprehensive cybersecurity solutions to a wide range of industries, including financial services, healthcare, education, and government. The company specializes in proactive, data-driven cybersecurity, focusing on building resilience against advanced threats like ransomware. DirectDefense offers a variety of services, including managed detection and response, security assessments, compliance consulting, and operational technology security. Their ThreatAdvisor platform provides tailored insights and visibility for clients. Recognized for its growth and expertise, DirectDefense has served many Fortune 100 companies and emphasizes a mission to protect data and critical infrastructures through best-practice programs.

HQ
denver, colorado 80203-1994, us · Map ▸

Website snapshot

DirectDefense homepage

Firmographics

MSP type
Mssp
Ownership
Independent
Revenue
$10M - $20M
Total funding
Employees
110
Growth 12m
-12%
Growth 24m
14%
Hiring now
Yes · — roles
Footprint
National· AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY
HQ
denver, colorado 80203-1994, us
Locations
50
Phone
+1 303-359-3954
Domain registered
7/11/2001
Web platform
WordPress
Email provider
Microsoft 365
NAICS
541512, 541513

Positioning

Verticals
EducationFinanceGovernmentHealthcareManufacturing
Service mix
ComplianceCybersecurity
Certifications
CMMCHIPAA CompliantIso27001PCI
Tech stack
Microsoft ExchangeOffice365Microsoft Exchange OnlineAndroidAtlassian CloudApple Business ManagerSalesforceSlackMicrosoft 365Wp EngineRemoteGodaddy DomainsMicrosoft 365 Apps & ServicesGoogle Search ConsolePardotMicrosoft Office 365Apple School ManagerOutlook
Keywords
Security ServicesCompliance ServicesScadaMsspProfessional ServicesIncident ResponseRansomwareManaged ServicesVulnerability ManagementIot MonitoringSecurity AssessmentsPenetration TestingManaged Detection & ResponseMdrSIEMSOCSecurity Operations CenterExecutive PlacementApplication Security TestingNetwork Security TestingCloud Architecture Security TestingEmail SecurityEndpoint ProtectionCyber Threat IntelligenceSecurity Policy AutomationSecurity Threat Intelligence FeedsSecurity Vulnerability ScanningCyber Threat DetectionComputer And Network SecuritySecurity Program Tailored To IndustryNo Disruption Ot AssessmentSecurity ManagementCybersecurity ResilienceSecurity AnalyticsAdvanced Threat DetectionSecurity PolicyConsultingSecurity Monitoring ServicesCompliance ManagementSecurity Infrastructure DeploymentDark Web Credential MonitoringRegulatory Compliance ToolsThreat Intelligence IntegrationOperational Technology Risk ManagementSecurity Gap RemediationContinuous MonitoringSecurity AwarenessSecurity Awareness TrainingThreat DetectionRisk AssessmentNetwork SecuritySecurity ComplianceCybersecurity For EducationCybersecurity For ManufacturingEnterprise SecurityCybersecurity For HealthcareDark Web Monitoring For CredentialsSecurity Monitoring ToolsSmb Security SolutionsOperational Technology SecurityCybersecurity For Power UtilitiesManaged Security ServicesCybersecurity For Financial ServicesCybersecurity For GovernmentSecurity Compliance ServicesThreat Detection PlatformSecurity Strategy ConsultingSecurity SolutionsCybersecurity For Critical InfrastructureSmart City SecuritySecurity Architecture ReviewIot SecurityB2BIndustrial Automation SecuritySecurity TestingSecurity Service ProviderCybersecurity For SmbsSecurity Gap AnalysisCybersecurity For RetailSecurity And InvestigationsEmbedded Device SecurityIncident Management ToolsCybersecurity For GamingCybersecurity For AerospaceCybersecurity For EnterpriseManaged Detection And ResponseCyber Attack PreventionCloud SecuritySecurity Incident Response PlanningSecurity Threat IntelligenceIcs/scada SecurityNIST CsfSecurity Posture ImprovementSecurity PostureSecurity Gaps RemediationServicesCybersecurity ConsultingSecurity ConsultingSecurity Operations AutomationInformation Technology And Services

Maturity score breakdown

92Aof maturity score
  • Classification20
  • Size18
  • Certifications12
  • Tech Stack9
  • Verified Email8
  • Verticals6
  • Footprint5
  • Hiring4
  • Revenue4
  • Decision Makers4
  • SEO Presence2
  • Marketing Site2
  • Service Breadth2
  • Market Centrality1

Team by department

70 people across 12 departments
  • Consulting22
  • Sales20
  • Engineering6
  • Human Resources5
  • Finance3
  • Operations3
  • Product Management3
  • Support2
  • Business Development2
  • Information Technology2
  • Education1
  • Marketing1

Reputation timeline

Rating
Reviews

Voice of customer

No thematic analysis on file.

SEO signal

as of 7/8/2026
Semrush rank
1,501,611
Organic kw
754
Organic traffic
581
Traffic value / mo
$7K
Paid kw
0
Ranking profile
  • Top 36
  • 4–1011
  • 11–203
  • 21–500
  • 51–1000
Top 3
6
Top 10
17
Avg position
5.7
Total demand / mo
10,350
Branded vs non-branded
1 branded · 19 non-branded
Top ranking keywords
KeywordPosVolume
nerc cip114,400
how ti hack chromesast hd41,900
cbr tech solutions press releases security it leadership61,000
google chromecast ultra 4k jailbreak11880
nerc-cip12390
ics/scada9260
direct defense1260
to learn the difference between cmmc 1.0 and cmmc 2.07210
directdefensebrand1140
defense direct1140
cmmc 1.0 vs 2.05110
is security blue collar9110
enterprise security review190
espkey390
hacking a chromecast390
hack a chromecast870
nerc cip clearance670
enterprise defense550
red team assessment services650
information security in education440

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Top 12 by maturity

Decision-makers · 3

Beau Shahriary
Chief Executive Officer· C Suite
Santa Monica, California
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Charly Bun
Senior Director - MSSP· Senior
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Christian Juan
Director of Talent Acquisition· Director
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Last seen 7/6/2026 · signal integrity nominal