Cybersecurity
Ready for Tomorrow, Protecting Today
At Merlin, we’re redefining cybersecurity for the world’s most ambitious organizations. In a landscape dominated by AI-driven attacks, deepfake deception, and ransomware extortion, Merlin leads with actionable innovation, delivering security solutions engineered for today’s risks and tomorrow’s challenges.
We solve your cybersecurity problems with next-generation innovation, deep expertise, and relentless client focus. Merlin anticipates what’s next, thereby empowering our clients to thrive securely and confidently, even as threats escalate and the digital frontier shifts.
Core Capabilities
Cybersecurity Solutions:
- Security Risk Assessments & Compliance Audits
- IT/OT Cybersecurity
- Threat Intelligence & Incident Response
- Cloud Security & Zero Trust Architecture
- Penetration Testing & Vulnerability Management
- Security Awareness Training & Policy Development
IT & Cybersecurity Staffing:
- Contract, Contract-to-Hire, and Direct Placement Services
- Specialized Talent in Cloud Security, SOC Analysts, Ethical Hackers, OT cybersecurity and Compliance
- Rapid Deployment of Skilled Professionals
- Strong industry experience
Differentiators:
- Certified Minority-Owned Business (MBE and NMSDC)
- Deep experience building and running IT and OT cybersecurity programs for utilities and oil and gas companies
- Expertise in emerging technologies and evolving threat landscapes
- Strong partnerships with leading cybersecurity vendors
- Agile and scalable workforce solutions to meet dynamic security needs
Identity and Access Management Consulting Services
Core Competencies:
- IAM Strategy and Roadmap Development
- Identity Governance and Administration (IGA)
- Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and Single Sign-On (SSO)
- Privileged Access Management (PAM)
- Cloud Identity Security and Compliance
- IAM Solution Integration and Optimization
- Regulatory Compliance
Patching as a Service (PaaS)
What We Patch
Edge-Facing Systems
- DMZ Hosts
- Web Servers (IIS, Apache, NGINX)
- Remote Workstations & Gateways
- Industrial Edge Devices
Email Security Services
Key Benefits
- Best-in-Class Vendor Ecosystem – We resell and implement leading technologies, ensuring your solution is tailored to your needs.
- Stronger Security Posture – Block advanced phishing, malware, and account takeovers before they reach inboxes.
- Compliance & Data Protection – Support for GDPR, HIPAA, SOX, and other regulatory frameworks.
- Operational Efficiency – Reduce false positives, streamline investigations, and lower the burden on IT.
- Scalable Delivery – Services designed for SMB, enterprise, and hybrid environments.
IT/OT Security Services
Key Benefits
Industry-Leading OT Cybersecurity – Directly powered by Dragos, the trusted leader in industrial cybersecurity.
Unified IT & OT Security – Eliminate blind spots across IT and OT environments.
Reduced Downtime & Risk – Detect and contain threats before they disrupt critical operations.
Compliance Readiness – Simplify audits with reporting mapped to industry frameworks.
Trusted by Critical Industries – Proven expertise across utilities, oil & gas, manufacturing, and energy.
Cloud Security Assessment
Key Benefits Capabilities
- Enhanced Cloud Visibility – Discover risks across multi-cloud and SaaS environments.
- Reduced Attack Surface – Address misconfigurations and privilege creep before attackers exploit them.
- Compliance Confidence – Ensure alignment with regulatory and customer requirements.
- Tailored Remediation – Actionable, prioritized steps for IT and security teams.
- Strategic Roadmap – Enable secure cloud growth without slowing business innovation.
Managed Cyber-Services & Staffing
Our services include:
- Managed Detection & Response (MDR): Continuous monitoring, threat hunting, and incident response.
- Vulnerability & Patch Management: Proactive remediation to minimize exploitable risks.
- Identity & Access Management (IAM): Managed identity governance, privileged access, and zero-trust integration.
- Cloud & Application Security: Securing workloads, SaaS platforms, and hybrid infrastructures.
- IT/OT Security Operations: Protection for both enterprise and industrial control systems.