Cybersecurity That Actually Protects You.
Cyber threats are not slowing down — and small and mid-sized businesses are the primary target. Charlie's Nerds delivers enterprise-grade cybersecurity for organizations of every size — layered protection, 24×7 monitoring, and a clear compliance posture.
EDR. Email security. MFA. Dark web monitoring. Compliance. Security training. All of it, fully managed.
Most Businesses Are One Click Away from Disaster.
Cybercriminals do not discriminate by company size. If any of these are true for your organization, you are at significant risk.
Employees clicking phishing emails — one wrong click away from a full network compromise
Reused, weak, or compromised passwords with no multi-factor authentication enforced
Security patches and updates weeks or months behind — leaving known vulnerabilities wide open
No visibility into whether your credentials are already being sold on the dark web
No incident response plan — if ransomware hit today, nobody knows what to do
Compliance requirements you know you are not meeting but are not sure how to address
Find Out Where You Stand — For Free.
Our free cybersecurity assessment reviews your current defenses, identifies the gaps most likely to result in a breach, and gives you a prioritized action plan — no commitment required.
Get My Free Security Assessment →Security Is Not One Thing. It Is Every Layer.
No single security tool stops every threat. We implement a layered defense-in-depth strategy that assumes any one layer can be bypassed — and has controls to catch threats at every level.
Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR)
Next-generation endpoint protection goes far beyond traditional antivirus. EDR continuously monitors device behavior, detects suspicious activity in real time, automatically isolates compromised devices, and gives our team the forensic data to understand and contain threats fast.
Email Security & Anti-Phishing
Email is the #1 attack vector for every type of cyberattack. We deploy layered email security — advanced spam filtering, Safe Links, Safe Attachments, anti-phishing AI, and DKIM/DMARC/SPF configuration — to stop threats before they reach your inbox.
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
A stolen password is useless without the second factor. We enforce MFA across every account, every application, and every login — using authenticator apps, hardware keys, or push notifications. No exceptions, no workarounds.
Dark Web Monitoring
Your employees' credentials may already be compromised and for sale on dark web markets without anyone knowing. We continuously monitor dark web sources for your organization's email addresses and domains — alerting you the moment your data appears.
DNS & Web Filtering
Block malicious websites, command-and-control servers, and inappropriate content before they ever reach your users' browsers. DNS filtering is one of the most effective and lowest-friction security controls available.
Network Security Monitoring
Our 24×7 NOC monitors your network for anomalous traffic, lateral movement, unusual data transfers, and known threat indicators. Security events that slip past perimeter defenses are caught at the network level.
Password Management
Weak and reused passwords are responsible for over 80% of breaches. We deploy enterprise password managers that generate, store, and autofill unique strong passwords for every account — making good password hygiene effortless for your team.
Backup & Ransomware Recovery
When ransomware hits, the only thing that matters is how fast you can recover. We deploy immutable, air-gapped backups that ransomware cannot encrypt — with tested recovery procedures that get you back up in hours, not weeks.
Compliance Is Not Optional. We Make It Manageable.
Regulatory requirements are increasingly complex and the penalties for non-compliance are severe. We help organizations across regulated industries achieve and maintain compliance.
HIPAA
Healthcare organizations handling protected health information (PHI) must comply with HIPAA's administrative, physical, and technical safeguards. We implement the required controls, document your compliance posture, and prepare you for audits.
- ✓Risk assessment and gap analysis
- ✓Policies and procedures documentation
- ✓Technical safeguard implementation
- ✓Business Associate Agreement management
- ✓Employee security training
- ✓Audit log configuration and review
- ✓Breach notification procedures
PCI DSS
Any business that accepts credit card payments must comply with PCI DSS. We assess your cardholder data environment, implement required controls, and help you achieve and maintain compliance.
- ✓Cardholder data environment scoping
- ✓Network segmentation for CDE isolation
- ✓Vulnerability scanning and penetration testing
- ✓Access control and logging configuration
- ✓SAQ completion support
- ✓Quarterly security reviews
SOC 2
SaaS companies and service providers increasingly need SOC 2 reports to win enterprise customers. We help you build the security program and controls required for a successful SOC 2 audit.
- ✓Trust Service Criteria gap assessment
- ✓Control design and implementation
- ✓Evidence collection and documentation
- ✓Security awareness program
- ✓Vendor risk management
- ✓Ongoing compliance monitoring
CMMC / NIST
Defense contractors and organizations working with the federal government must meet NIST 800-171 and CMMC requirements. We assess your current posture and implement the controls required for compliance.
- ✓NIST 800-171 assessment
- ✓System Security Plan (SSP) development
- ✓POA&M management
- ✓CUI identification and protection
- ✓Incident response planning
- ✓CMMC readiness preparation
Your People Are Your Last Line of Defense.
Technical controls stop most threats — but sophisticated attackers target people, not systems. A single employee clicking a phishing link can bypass every technical defense you have.
Security awareness training transforms your employees from a vulnerability into an asset — turning them into an active part of your security program who recognize and report threats instead of falling for them.
The numbers: Organizations that run regular phishing simulations and security training reduce their susceptibility to phishing attacks by over 70% within 12 months.
Phishing Simulations
We send realistic simulated phishing emails to your team — identifying who clicks, who reports, and who needs more training. Regular simulations reduce phishing susceptibility by over 70%.
Security Awareness Training
Engaging, short-form security training modules delivered to your entire team. Covers phishing recognition, password hygiene, social engineering, safe browsing, and data handling.
Safe Device Practices
Training on securing personal and work devices — screen locks, public Wi-Fi risks, software updates, and how to recognize a compromised device.
Incident Reporting
We train your team on how to recognize and report suspicious activity — turning every employee into a sensor in your security program.
Best-in-Class Tools. Expert Management.
We work with the leading cybersecurity vendors — selecting and managing the right tools for your environment, budget, and risk profile.
CrowdStrike
PartnerIndustry-leading EDR and threat intelligence. CrowdStrike Falcon provides the most comprehensive endpoint protection available for organizations requiring the highest level of security.
SentinelOne
PartnerAI-powered EDR that autonomously prevents, detects, and responds to threats in real time. Excellent endpoint protection with strong ransomware rollback capabilities.
Microsoft Defender
PartnerFor Microsoft 365 environments, Defender for Business and Defender for Endpoint provide excellent integrated protection that leverages your existing Microsoft investment.
Proofpoint
PartnerBest-in-class email security and security awareness training. Proofpoint stops the most sophisticated email-based attacks including targeted phishing and business email compromise.
Cisco Umbrella
PartnerCloud-delivered DNS security and web filtering. Umbrella blocks malicious domains and content at the DNS layer before connections are even established.
KnowBe4
PartnerThe world's largest security awareness training and simulated phishing platform. We use KnowBe4 to build a security-conscious culture in your organization.
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