DeadLock Security
Leaders in Business-centric Cybersecurity Solutions

Robert Mueller, former Director of the FBI, once stated, "Computer hackers do not need to know each other’s real names, or even live on the same continent, to steal millions in mere hours." His insight highlights the urgency for organizations across industries to fortify their defenses and adopt a forward-thinking approach to their cybersecurity strategies.

This ethos is precisely what sets DeadLock Security apart in the field. As a distinguished partner-centric firm, DeadLock doesn't just offer services; it crafts solutions intricately designed around the unique vulnerabilities and risk profiles of each client. It's this focus on creating business-centric cybersecurity solutions that elevate the standard for what companies should expect from their security partners.

The firm's CEO, Eric Baumgart, who has two decades of military experience, sought to continue serving people and discovered a critical shortcoming in the cybersecurity industry. He emphasizes that overreliance on reactive solutions leaves companies vulnerable. Reactive “patchwork” fixes address immediate threats while failing to acknowledge the underlying causes, leaving them vulnerable to future attacks with minimal long-term security benefits. Baumgart also emphasizes the gap between technical security teams and management. Technical reports, couched in complex jargon, remained untranslated, hindering buy-in from leadership and strategic decision-making.

DeadLock, with its business-centric vulnerability management services, bridges this gap. It translates complex technical data into actionable insights, presenting reports that the leadership can easily understand and work upon.

This resonates throughout every facet of service delivery and cultivates a collaborative partnership model that fosters an environment where clients can make decisions in line with their strategic goals.

Its holistic approach mitigates immediate threats and lays the groundwork for sustained security success in the long term.

“When I started the company, my primary goal was to address cybersecurity issues in a business-centric way so that clients could understand their risks and proactively act upon them,” asserts Baumgart.

The firm's success hinges on its exceptional team. Comprised of veterans, their spouses, and cybersecurity professionals, the team fosters a closeknit environment of collaboration. Baumgart prioritizes open communication and encourages team members to challenge his ideas. Mutual respect and trust allow DeadLock to deliver groundbreaking service and consistently exceed client expectations. The company utilizes its team members' diverse backgrounds and expertise to understand unique client needs, resulting in more specialized solutions to address specific vulnerabilities.

When I started the company, my primary goal was to address cybersecurity issues in a business-centric way so that clients could understand their risks and proactively act upon them

DeadLock's dedication to client success is industry-agnostic and is evident in its work with sovereign nation tribes. One tribe faced a multifaceted challenge, including cybersecurity vulnerabilities, data breaches, and inadequate infrastructure. To that end, the firm offered them forensic analysis and incident response, as well as crucial security education and policy development. Recognizing the tribe's financial constraints, DeadLock even helped them secure grant funding to support long-term security solutions. Its commitment to assisting the tribe resulted in them securing the most substantial amount ever awarded among all tribes, enabling a complete infrastructure overhaul.

DeadLock breaks the paradigm of traditional cyber security organizations, transcending beyond simply patching vulnerabilities. Its ability to deeply understand client’s business needs translates into alleviating the severity of complex security risks. In addition, the firm establishes partnerships based on transparent and forthright communication, enabling its clients to make informed decisions and achieve a more secure future. These characteristics establish DeadLock Security as a partner who values long-term risk management and sets businesses on a path to unlock their full potential.