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Our mission is to partner with growth-oriented organizations to align technology with their business strategy. We deliver expert guidance and layered defense that safeguard operations, ensure compliance, and create a foundation for scalable, resilient growth.​

Technology should strengthen and advance your business. With the right partner, it will. StrataDefense is a strategic managed IT partner that aligns technology and cybersecurity with your goals through expert-led, dependable solutions. 

Our team delivers practical strategies tailored to your unique environment, especially for organizations operating in highly regulated industries. We take the time to understand your mission, security requirements, and operational priorities, ensuring every solution is built around your needs, not just around industry standards. 

Through hands-on expertise, layered defense, and applied knowledge you can trust, StrataDefense helps you strengthen operations, secure growth, and lead with confidence in an evolving world. 

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Our Leadership

We work as an extension of your team, delivering strategic IT and cybersecurity solutions that evolve with your business and protect what you've bduilt through proactive guidance, layered defense, and trusted partnership. 
Craig Gauss - Chief Information Security Officer
Craig Gauss
CHIEF INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER
Craig serves as the CISO for StrataDefense. He leads the charge in monitoring our clients’ networks and always looking for new ways to streamline and automate StrataDefense systems to improve processes for StrataDefense clients. With two decades of experience in technology in the the highly regulated healthcare and financial industries, Craig is well equipped to design and build automation for even the most complex networks.
Matthew Hildebrandt - President & CEO
Matt Hildebrandt
PRESIDENT & CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Matt serves as the President and CEO for StrataDefense. With 15 years in information technology, including 7 years working directly for two financial institutions, Matt has first-hand experience with designing network architecture to meet an institution’s strategic needs. He is also strangely energized by responding to queries from regulatory examiners.
Jennifer Kosak​​​​ - Director of Client Relations
Jennifer Kosak​​​​
DIRECTOR OF CLIENT RELATIONS
Jenn serves as the Director of Client Relations for StrataDefense. With a strong background in technology leadership and project management, Jennifer excels at building relationships, aligning technology strategies with business goals, and empowering teams to drive results. She brings a passion for fostering collaboration and a strategic mindset that will help strengthen our client partnerships and support our continued growth.
Abigail McLain - Chief Operating Officer
Abigail McLain
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Abby serves as the Chief Operating Officer for StrataDefense. Her experience includes 10 years in the banking industry and 7 years in health research. From editing credit policy to managing health data to driving software development, Abby has championed operational efficiency, quality, accurate documentation, and teamwork. Nothing makes Abby happier at work than getting it done and getting it done right.
Casey Trader - IT Director
Casey Trader
IT DIRECTOR
Casey serves as the IT Director for StrataDefense. Experienced IT leader with over 20 years in networking, cloud, security, and IT strategy.  As Director of IT for a growing MSP, I oversee teams delivering scalable, secure, and reliable solutions tailored to each client's needs.  He is passionate about mentoring, simplifying complex systems, and aligning technology with business goals.  Outside of work, Casey enjoys hiking, traveling, and contributing to community initiatives that make a positive impact.

Company Credentials & Awards

SOC II Type 1 Certified

As a SOC II Type 1 certified provider, we take the necessary precautions to ensure that your organization’s data stays safe.

Fortinet Silver Partner

As a Fortinet Silver Partner Provider, StrataDefense has the technical knowledge needed to make the most of your network and security devices.

MSP 501 Winner

Ranked as a top global managed service provider. The award recognizes MSPs delivering exceptional value to clients. 

Microsoft Partner

As a Microsoft Partner Provider, StrataDefense has the technical performance, service quality and care you need.

We’re proud of our credentials and our trusted approach to partnering with businesses like yours, making it simple lead with your business strategy. With our Managed Security Services and Managed Network Support, your business can adapt to the changing needs of the competitive landscape, keeping your data secure and reducing risk of threats.

Our systems and our team at StrataDefense are dedicated to your network and to helping you protect your data. We provide you with rigorous, layered defense network security. A lighter regulatory load with our compliant network management services and support.

And peace of mind with our industry-leading Security Operations Center (SOC) and our 24/7/365 cybersecurity monitoring.This 24/7 virtual security analyst, faster and better than a team of people, actively searches for Indicators of Compromise. We are constantly innovating in the ever-changing technical landscape to keep our clients’ data safe, and stop an attack in its tracks.

We don’t do it alone. Check out our list of Strategic Partners, who assist us in providing you with the best hardware, software, and security features on the market.

 

Get the Responsiveness You Want, and the Experience You Need.

Growth and resilience start with alignment. StrataDefense works as an extension of your team to align people, process, and technology, creating a foundation that supports your goals and scales with your vision. 

What We Bring to Your Team: 

Strategy First: Every technology decision supports business priorities. 
Proactive Protection: Layered defense and 24/7 monitoring. 
Tailored Solutions: Built for your environment, never one-size-fits-all. 
Deep Expertise: 20+ years in regulated industries. 
Responsive Partnership: Fast, clear answers from real people, when you need them most. 

Complete the form, and within 24 hours, one of our team experts will reach out to schedule an introductory conversation. We’ll listen, understand your priorities, and outline a path forward. 

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