Skip to main content

Expert vCIO Solutions for DC Logistics Businesses

 

Guiding Logistics & Supply Chain Success in the DC Area: Strategic Planning, Digital Transformation, and Advanced Security with Expert vCIO Services. Stay Secure and Ahead in the Digital Era

For over 21 years, I’ve helped AT&T, Bank of America, NSA, Cyber National Mission Force, Army Cyber Command, Army, Navy, and others to improve their business systems’ reliability and security to 98% uptime/reliability using world-class processes. I can provide similar results for you, guaranteed.
Boosting Compliance Inspection Success through Cybersecurity Training
Enhancing Vulnerability Management for AT&T
Identifying Malware and Embedded Threats through Proactive Threat Hunting

Featured in

Learn MoreWant to discuss your situation?

Looking to Elevate Your Logistics and Supply Chain Operations in the DC Area? 

Achieve Strategic Excellence, Digital Innovation, and Cyber Resilience with Our Expert vCIO Services

We assist logistics and supply chain companies in the Greater Washington DC area, tackling challenges in digital transformation and security to bolster their growth and resilience. We protect clients from risks including:

Cybersecurity Threats

Strengthening defenses against data breaches, ransomware, and phishing.

Loyalty

Loss of customer loyalty due to inadequate security measures

Revenue

Loss of revenue due to downtime or lost customer confidence

Anxiety

Anxiety caused by high risk security situations

Reputation

loss of reputation due to breach of customer data

How I’ve Helped Organizations Reach 24/7 Protection

I’ve helped companies to:
Optimize security effectiveness with new tools, processes, incentives, & training.
Improved security efficiency by 20% and reduce vulnerabilities by 80%.
Planning and migration of over 8,000 customers during Enterprise Email migrations with 0 loss of data.
Train over 300 students on cyber-security related topics.
Create the strategy to create the Insider Threat, Cyber-security, Vulnerability Management and Third-Party Risk programs.
Implemented mission risk strategies through both technical and procedural elements of cyber operations.
Resolve major vulnerabilities on wiki-leaks trial network with 0 data breach.
Want to discuss your situation?

Insights on how I’ve helped clients achieve peace of mind

Spearheaded strategic planning with business executives and senior management to align security and business strategy resulting in 0 breach of data and 99% uptime.
Secured buy-in for technology tools, security policies, system refreshes, infrastructure upgrades, & compliance projects in excess of $2M
Improved business systems security posture by 90% by optimizing scanner coverage and frequency, critical and closed vulnerabilities, and exclusions while reducing costs by 60%
Performed 50+ vulnerability assessments, identified and eradicated over 5000 pieces of malware and embedded threats
Coached, trained, and mentored over 700 employees to ensure cyber-security compliance prior to inspection with a 90% success rate on first pass
Developed and implemented operational and technical cyber-security policy and guidelines for 27 clients
Provided advisory support to 36 clients, ensuring a 90% compliance rating for all cyber-security related vulnerabilities, thus protecting the Department of Defense Information Network (DoDIN).

Testimonials

Brandon Gates is the epitome of a seasoned and skilled professional. I had the honor of serving with Brandon when he worked providing expert services to 17,000+ US Army customers in the Military District of Washington. A true professional and quick learner, Brandon not only served with distinction and honor but honed his educational portfolio and completed his goal to serve as a Warrant Officer during a demanding period in military history. He is simply one of the best soldiers I had the honor of serving with in 30 years of military service to this nation. Brandon is a top 1% performing professional.

Angelo "Tony" RiddickRetired Chief Information Officer for the state of New York and Director of Information Technology Services

I am honored to recommend Brandon Gates for his company's security and cyber resilience services. I served with Brandon during the U.S. Army's combat operations in Iraq while supporting over 16,000 end users and logistics automation systems throughout the theater of operations. Brandon is a committed professional with unyielding tenacity to serve others. He is a knowledgeable professional whom I relied heavily upon without fail in a very challenging environment. Brandon is a consummate professional with a relentless thirst for knowledge and professional growth. He will undoubtedly be an invaluable asset to any organization he supports.

James ReeceUS Army

“Brandon provided advisory support to 8 of our clients, ensuring 98% compliance rating for all Information Assurance Vulnerability Assessment alerts, providing protection to our network. He also provided support to plan and migrate 8,000 customers during our Enterprise Email migrations ensuring a seamless transition with 0 loss of data”

Maria BiankUS Army

“Brandon provided assistance to us in assessing and hardening our network against possible threats once the wiki-leaks trial became public. He mitigated multiple category I findings on the network hosting the wiki-leaks trial, thereby preventing network breaches and disclosure of sensitive data. He performed site assist visits for 11 clients which assisted them in maintaining an acceptable cybersecurity posture for security compliance ”

Kim ParkerUS Army

How We help Our Logistics Partners

Dark Web Monitoring

Experience peace of mind with my dark web monitoring services, proactively identifying and neutralizing potential threats. Safeguard your reputation and customer trust while minimizing financial loss from cyber attacks.

CMMC Compliance

Empowering your organization to achieve CMMC compliance by providing comprehensive training and guidance. We ensure your team understands the intricacies of CMMC requirements, helping you strengthen your cybersecurity defenses and minimize the risk of non-compliance. Our services enhance your security posture and safeguard your retail network from potential threats and malicious attacks
Boosting Compliance Inspection Success through Cybersecurity Training
Enhancing Vulnerability Management for AT&T

Hi,
I am Brandon Gates

Founder & Principal Consultant of Reliable Cyber Solutions

I am a professional cyber security consultant who works with retail organizations that are tired of worrying about potential cyber criminals and the risks they pose. With decades of experience in cyber security, my expertise will help you achieve 24/7/365 protection and peace of mind— even if you have a small budget or company-specific needs. I know that you not only want to protect your business at all times and achieve peace of mind with innovative data protection but also want to retain productive performance and normal day-to-day operations. That’s why I’ve developed strategies that work alongside your business model and allow for on-demand services that don’t interfere with your organization’s productivity.

My Mission

Reliable Cyber Solutions, LLC exists to protect the integrity of my clients’ business systems and prevent unauthorized access to your data to maintain customer trust and loyalty.

Learn More

Our Core Values

Empathy

I listen carefully to your concerns and questions and take the time to understand what you are asking and what your goals and objectives are. I focus on providing solutions that are tailored to your needs and follow up to ensure your needs are met.

Insight

I deliver comprehensive cybersecurity assessments, data-driven solutions, and customized strategies through a constant learning approach and a commitment to aligning our insights with your goals.

Open-mindedness

I encourage collaboration and brainstorming so that you feel heard and your ideas are taken into consideration, and maintain a positive attitude and focus on solutions instead of problems.

Objectivity

I ensure unbiased analysis, impartial decision-making, and transparent communication, fostering trust and credibility while delivering effective cybersecurity solutions tailored to your needs.

Courage

I embrace bold decision-making, address complex challenges, and advocate for innovative solutions, empowering me to take calculated risks and drive meaningful advancements in cybersecurity for my clients.

I seek clients who demonstrate pragmatism in their approach to problem-solving, optimism in their outlooks, respectfulness towards others, and a curious attitude towards learning. I know that by working together, we can create solutions that are both creative and effective. I am committed to providing my clients with the highest quality of service and strive to exceed your expectations.

Struggling With Cyber Anxiety And Want To Achieve Complete Protection For 24/7 Peace Of Mind?

Want to discuss your situation?
error: Content is protected !!
AVOID DARK WEB THREATS
Enter your name and email below and I’ll send you a checklist on how to secure your business systems from the dark web – and notify you when new training and resources are available.