Founded in 2017, DefendEdge is a Chicago-based cybersecurity firm headquartered in the western suburbs, operating globally with a dedicated team of 100% U.S. citizens. Prioritizing the employment of over 85 U.S. Department of Defense veterans, the company emphasizes veteran hiring as a core value. DefendEdge offers premium, holistic cybersecurity services tailored to diverse sectors including financial services, healthcare, retail, energy, education, and government, leveraging vast industry experience. Their Security Operations Center and Managed Detection & Response teams handle complex cyber threats, continuously evolving their practices. Recognized as industry leaders, they actively participate in national steering committees to combat cybercrime. DefendEdge values brand excellence, creativity, diversity, integrity, leadership, respect, teamwork, and trust, fostering long-term client relationships through expert-driven solutions.