Who We Are
We build resilient communities by redefining cybersecurity as an accessible reality
We're is a veteran-owned and woman co-owned small business cybersecurity advisory firm specializing in strengthening the resilience of its customers through tailored, practical services. Our team has deep expertise in tabletop exercises (TTXs), technical and operational risk assessments, security coaching, and strategic advisory for government agencies, international partners, and security-conscious private enterprises.
Our Approach
We believe cybersecurity is an essential component of community resilience. Each entity's cybersecurity impacts the security and stability (and thus resilience) of local, regional, national, and global communities.
Our leadership team brings strong experience in national security, geopolitics, industry, and academia. We view the cybersecurity of even the smallest entities as valuable to the security of our broader communities. This approach enables our clients to recognize the importance of cybersecurity not just to their business or organization but also to the world around them.
Our cybersecurity coaching method empowers leaders of businesses and organizations of all sizes across industries and sectors to ensure long-term success by providing high value, tailored services. We identify risks, mitigate vulnerabilities, secure vital information, and understand the unique needs of each valued client.
Whether we're coaching a business toward an elevated cybersecurity posture, preparing a business for a compliance audit, or expanding capacity through subcontracting, our overarching mission remains the same: build resilient communities through cybersecurity.
Our Services
Our portfolio of services will meet your unique security needs, thus empowering you to do what you do best. Our specialties include:
- Policy & Procedure Development
- Incident Response Planning & Tabletop Exercises
- Compliance Readiness
- Subcontracting & White Labeling
- Risk Assessment & Vulnerability Management
- Professional Development Trainings & Workshops
Our SMB Commitment
At Protasec, we believe no entity is too small to be concerned about cybersecurity.
Small and midsize businesses and organizations are the bedrock of our communities. While statistics show that these entities are at high risk for cyberattacks, they are often overlooked when it comes to cybersecurity solutions. Many small businesses in particular are priced out of traditional cybersecurity firms' offerings (which rarely meet the distinct demands of running a small business). We at Protasec are proud to take a different approach and offer services that meet the unique needs of entities of all sizes including those small and medium sized businesses and organizations that make our communities one of a kind.
We want to see you win, and we know cyber and information security is essential to your success. We're here to coach you toward that success.
Meet Our Leadership Team
With expertise in organizational infrastructure, strategic development, and policy building in a unique blend of fields (including cybersecurity, government, and higher education), Jolie Grace understands the importance of cybersecurity to your organizational success. She has a passion for improving security postures in various sectors, and her cybersecurity experience includes founding and leading a statewide electoral cybersecurity initiative (the first of its kind in the nation). In addition to her professional cybersecurity certifications, Jolie Grace has served on various community organization boards and holds a degree in political science.
With over a decade and a half of cybersecurity experience spanning the U.S. Department of Defense and private sector, Josh is a seasoned security practitioner with a passion for bringing security to all businesses and organizations. He has a distinct ability to build security-centric cultures, create organizational awareness, and mitigate risks in an ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape. Josh brings a new approach to developing and facilitating tabletop exercises and is currently writing a book on this topic. He holds various high-level cybersecurity certifications as well as advanced degrees in cybersecurity and leadership performance coaching.