What Towerwall does

Towerwall, Inc. is a privately held, woman-owned cybersecurity services firm headquartered in the Boston/Framingham area that has operated for over 25 years under founder and CEO Michelle Drolet. The company delivers professional cybersecurity services organized around a People-Process-Technology framework, including risk assessments, penetration testing, vulnerability management, incident response, compliance and privacy (HIPAA, PCI DSS, GDPR, CCPA, HITRUST, GLBA, SOC 2, CMMC), security awareness training, and 24x7 Managed Detection & Response. A separate line of virtual security officer services (vCISO, vDPO, vCPO) is offered on retainer, project, or hourly engagement models.

Towerwall does not build proprietary security products; instead, it operationalizes best-of-breed tools from a 50+ vendor technology partner ecosystem that includes Alert Logic (Partner of the Year 2021), Sophos (30-year relationship), CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Darktrace, Wiz, Zscaler, Okta, Tenable, Rapid7, and others. Services are sold primarily via direct enterprise and mid-market field sales, with distribution supplemented by the AWS Marketplace listing launched in March 2022.

The firm targets regulated mid-market and enterprise clients across at least eleven verticals, with healthcare, financial services, higher education, biotech, retail, government, and emerging niches such as cannabis and aesthetic medicine representing the principal addressable segments. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; engagement structures range from monthly retainer blocks to multi-year project contracts. The company maintains a small headcount (11–50 employees) and concentrates its US-only operations around a single Boston-area headquarters.

Name

Towerwall

Legal name

Towerwall, Inc.

Website

https://towerwall.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Towerwall is a 25+ year, woman-owned US cybersecurity services firm that delivers risk assessments, penetration testing, MDR, compliance consulting, and virtual CISO/DPO/CPO services to mid-market and enterprise clients across regulated verticals via a 50+ technology partner ecosystem.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cybersecurity Consulting Services

akta.pro primary industry

Data Security & Privacy for Cloud (DLP, DSPM, Tokenization) (HDABAHAK)

Keywords

• Cybersecurity consulting services
• Managed detection response
• Virtual CISO services
• Compliance advisory services
• Penetration testing services

Headquarters

HQ city

Framingham

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Cybersecurity Consulting Services: Professional services including risk assessments, penetration testing, compliance consulting, security training, and incident response. Services can be engaged on retainer, project, or hourly basis for virtual CISO, DPO, and CPO roles.
2. Managed Detection & Response (MDR): Managed security services providing 24x7 monitoring, threat detection, and response capabilities integrated with technology partners like Alert Logic.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Towerwall is a cybersecurity preparedness and consulting firm that delivers professional and managed security services to U.S. organizations. Its core offerings span Risk Assessments & Security Reviews, Program & Policy Development, Incident Response & Remediation, Compliance & Privacy (HIPAA, PCI, GDPR, SOC 2, CMMC, GLBA, etc.), Comprehensive Security Training, Vulnerability Protection, Penetration Testing, 24x7 Managed Detection & Response, and Virtual Security Officer services (vCISO, vDPO, vCPO). Services are delivered by senior practitioners using an integrated People-Process-Technology framework and a curated ecosystem of more than 60 third-party security technology partners.

Product overview

Towerwall is a cybersecurity preparedness and consulting firm offering a comprehensive suite of end-to-end security services organized around three core pillars: People, Process, and Technology. The company's portfolio consists of managed security services (Managed Detection & Response), consulting services (Risk Assessments & Security Reviews, Program & Policy Development, Incident Response & Remediation, Compliance & Privacy, Comprehensive Security Training, Vulnerability Protection, Penetration Testing), and virtual executive services (vCISO, vDPO, vCPO). These services are delivered through a technology partner ecosystem of over 50 integrated vendor solutions including Alert Logic, Sophos, CrowdStrike, Darktrace, and others, enabling Towerwall to tailor multi-vendor security ecosystems to each client's unique challenges. As a woman-owned business operating for over 25 years, Towerwall serves organizations across industries including healthcare, higher education, financial services, retail, government, and cannabis.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Risk Assessments & Security Reviews Deep-dive security assessments that analyze systems, processes, and security approaches to identify vulnerabilities and quantify cyber-risk exposure. Includes Data Classification & Discovery, Vendor Risk Assessment, Application Security, Technology & Resource Review, WiFi Assessment, Cloud Assessments, Forensics, and Physical Security Assessment. Targeted at organizations needing visibility into their security posture before or after a transformation initiative.
• Program & Policy Development Design, development, and implementation of cybersecurity programs and policies that reduce risk and prepare organizations for incidents and audits. Includes Information Security Management Program (ISMP), Security Policy Development & Implementation, and Vendor Risk Management Program. Intended for organizations building or maturing a formal cybersecurity program.
• Incident Response & Remediation Foundational services for handling cybersecurity incidents from early detection through recovery. Includes Incident Response planning and playbook development, Business Continuity planning, Incident Remediation, and Disaster Recovery planning. Targeted at organizations that must prepare for or are responding to active incidents.
• Compliance & Privacy Compliance and privacy services helping organizations meet regulatory mandates including HIPAA, GDPR, PCI DSS, CCPA, HITRUST, GLBA, NY DFS, Connecticut K-12 (CT PA 16-189, FERPA), 201 CMR 17.00, SOC 2 Type 1 and 2, and CMMC. Includes audit preparation, policy design, and control implementation support.
• Comprehensive Security Training Integrated security awareness training and simulated phishing programs designed to develop a 'human firewall' and address that 95% of security breaches have a human-error element. Includes User Awareness & Training with automated phishing simulations, customized face-to-face or virtual sessions, and managed services for vendor technology options.
• Vulnerability Protection Vulnerability management program providing in-depth visibility into security threats across networks, devices, servers, web applications, and databases. Includes Internal Penetration Testing, Mobile Application Penetration Testing, WiFi Assessment, Physical Security Assessment, Social Engineering, and Threat Hunt services for organizations that need continuous threat exposure reduction.
• Penetration Testing Exploratory security testing that reverse-engineers how attackers might target networks and systems, using the same tools as attackers to find weaknesses and produce actionable remediation steps. Includes External Penetration Testing, Application Security Testing, and WiFi Assessments for clients seeking third-party validation of their defenses.
• Managed Detection & Response (MDR) 24x7 managed detection and response service that detects threats, generates diversified attack and prevention response plans, and delivers rigorous, encompassing cybersecurity coverage. Integrates with technology partners such as Alert Logic for SaaS-enabled MDR. Targeted at organizations that need continuous monitoring without standing up a 24x7 SOC internally.
• Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) On-demand executive security leadership allowing organizations to leverage seasoned security and compliance experts with practical CISO experience to develop and implement security strategy, strengthen security posture, and serve as strategic partners for senior management. Offered on retainer, project, or hourly billing models.
• Virtual Data Protection Officer (vDPO) Virtual DPO service to help implement and monitor data protection strategy, guide compliance obligations, act as point of contact to regulatory authorities, and provide reports to senior management. Includes Data Privacy Policy design and management, Legal & Compliance Management, and Incident Response planning. Recruited on-demand on a retainer basis with set block of hours.
• Virtual Chief Privacy Officer (vCPO) Virtual CPO service to create and maintain an organization's global privacy strategy, navigate complex data protection regulations, improve privacy awareness, and provide competitive advantage by building consumer trust around data privacy. Flexible engagement model with retainer and hourly options on a monthly billing cadence.

Quantifiable outcome

• 95% of security breaches caused by human error addressed through comprehensive security training programs
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments11 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration33 records

AI capability5 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

24 partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Alert LogiccoreTechnology or IntegrationAlert Logic is the industry's first SaaS-enabled managed detection and response (MDR) provider. Towerwall is Alert Logic's Partner of the Year 2021, delivering unrivaled security value to clients.
• SophoscoreTechnology or IntegrationLeaders in endpoint protection with a 30-year relationship spanning decades. No one knows how to leverage and deploy Sophos technology like Towerwall.
• AvertiumcoreTechnology or IntegrationManaged security and consulting provider offering more than check-the-box cybersecurity. Partnered for forensics services.
• PenteracoreTechnology or IntegrationAutomated security validation platform helping organizations improve security posture and know where they stand at any given moment.
• ArmiscoreTechnology or IntegrationLeading enterprise-class agentless device security platform addressing new threat landscape of unmanaged and IoT devices.
• BlueVoyantcoreTechnology or IntegrationAI-driven internal, external, and supply chain cyber defense within one powerful Security Operations Platform.
• CofensecoreTechnology or IntegrationComprehensive phishing prevention and awareness training services protecting data, reputation, and business from phishing attacks.
• DarktracecoreTechnology or IntegrationAI cybersecurity company for threat detection and response across cloud, email, industrial and network environments.
• VaroniscoreTechnology or IntegrationPioneer in data security and analytics fighting different battle than conventional cybersecurity companies.
• HuntresscoreTechnology or IntegrationManaged cybersecurity platform backed by human threat hunters protecting businesses from determined cybercriminals.
• ImpervacoreTechnology or IntegrationComplete cyber security protecting what really matters most - data and applications whether on-premises or in the cloud.
• KnowBe4coreTechnology or IntegrationSecurity Awareness Training helping manage IT security problems of social engineering, spear phishing and ransomware attacks.
• LogRhythmcoreTechnology or IntegrationSIEM solutions and Security Operations Center services enabling organizations to detect, respond, and neutralizing cyber threats.
• ProofpointcoreTechnology or IntegrationProtection and visibility for greatest cybersecurity risk - people. Provides cybersecurity and compliance solutions protecting on every channel.
• Rapid7coreTechnology or IntegrationInsight Platform unifying data collection, scale with ease, integrate seamlessly for visibility, analytics, and automation.
• TenablecoreTechnology or IntegrationCyber Exposure company with approximately 40,000 organizations around the globe relying on Tenable to understand and reduce cyber risk.
• CrowdStrikecoreTechnology or IntegrationGlobal cybersecurity leader redefining modern security with advanced cloud-native platform protecting endpoints and cloud workloads, identity and data.
• SentinelOnecoreTechnology or IntegrationFounded by elite team of cybersecurity and defense experts developing fundamentally new approach to endpoint protection.
• AWS MarketplacecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTowerwall cybersecurity services available on AWS Marketplace, enabling AWS customers to discover and purchase security services.
• WizcoreTechnology or IntegrationCloud Security Platform enabling security, dev and devops to work together in self-service model built for scale.
• ZscalercoreTechnology or IntegrationCloud security company offering enterprise cloud security services with headquarters in San Jose, California.
• OktacoreTechnology or IntegrationLeading independent identity provider enabling organizations to securely connect people to right technologies at right time.
• CyberArkcoreTechnology or IntegrationIdentity security solutions securing identities throughout the cycle of accessing any resource across any infrastructure.
• Arctic WolfcoreTechnology or IntegrationDynamic 24x7 cybersecurity protection tailored to specific needs of organizations boosting security posture.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Expel: Expel operates a transparent, partner-integrated MDR platform with strong vCISO and cloud security offerings for mid-market enterprises — directly competitive with Towerwall's MDR plus virtual security officer model.
• Huntress: Huntress is a managed cybersecurity platform backed by human threat hunters targeting SMBs and mid-market — closely aligned with Towerwall's mid-market/SMB focus and partner-led delivery model across EDR/MDR, security awareness, and compliance.
• DirectDefense: DirectDefense is an MSSP and security consultancy focused on mid-market/SMB customers across industries including healthcare, retail, and education, with risk assessments, managed services, and compliance offerings — a close size and segment match to Towerwall.
• eSentire: eSentire is an MDR provider with proprietary multi-signal SOC and incident response services for mid-market and enterprise customers. Comparable to Towerwall on managed detection, IR, and compliance-adjacent services.
• CynergisTek: CynergisTek is a cybersecurity consulting firm specialized in healthcare, providing risk assessments, compliance (HIPAA/HITRUST), and managed security services. Highly comparable to Towerwall's healthcare-vertical focus and consulting-plus-MSS portfolio.
• Arctic Wolf Networks: Arctic Wolf is a leading managed detection and response / security operations provider delivering 24x7 monitoring, concierge SOC, and risk management. It is the most relevant direct competitor to Towerwall's MDR + vCISO-style service portfolio.

Broad incumbents

• Optiv: Optiv is a large cybersecurity solutions integrator and advisory firm offering managed security, advisory, and integration services across all major verticals. It is a much larger incumbent competing with Towerwall for mid-market and enterprise engagements.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/towerwall
• Facebookfacebook.com/Towerwall
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/841170

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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