Defend It Services, Inc

Defend IT Services is a compliance-driven Managed IT Services provider specializing in CMMC, NIST 800-171, and DoD cybersecurity readiness. We deliver secure, scalable, and resilient IT environments while helping organizations meet federal cybersecurity requirements without sacrificing operational efficiency. Built on a strong MSP foundation, we provide full end-to-end IT management—network operations, cloud services, help desk support, proactive monitoring, disaster recovery, and secure infrastructure design. Enhancing this, we now offer advanced CMMC Level 1 & Level 2 GAP assessments, NIST governance alignment, and comprehensive cybersecurity risk evaluations to strengthen security posture and prepare organizations for audits and long-term compliance maturity. Core capabilities include: • CMMC & NIST 800-171 assessments and remediation • Governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) support • SSP/POA & M development and control implementation • DoD contractor cybersecurity readiness • Managed Detection & Response (MDR), SIEM, SOC services • Identity governance & Zero Trust alignment • Encrypted backups, BCDR, and data protection With a governance-first approach, we align people, processes, and technology to reduce risk and create defensible, audit-ready environments. Our team provides 24/7 monitoring, rapid incident response, vCIO/vCISO guidance, and strategic IT consulting to ensure clients stay secure, compliant, and operational. Whether managing daily IT operations or leading organizations through CMMC and NIST compliance, Defend IT Services ensures technology and cybersecurity governance become a true business advantage.