DirSec

What DirSec does

DirSec is a privately held value-added reseller (VAR) of cybersecurity solutions headquartered in Louisville, Colorado, founded in 2001. The company does not develop proprietary core technology; instead, it integrates and resells products from a portfolio of more than 30 cybersecurity vendors including CrowdStrike, Zscaler, Check Point, Palo Alto Networks, Imperva, Netskope, Abnormal Security, and Grip. Its delivery model spans six solution categories — cloud security (SASE, SWG, CASB, CSPM, cloud DLP), email security, application and data security (WAF, database security, API security), network security (NGFW, NDR, ZTNA, IAM, NAC), endpoint security (EDR, XDR, IoT), and risk and vulnerability management — supplemented by managed services (Virtual CISO, Managed EDR/XDR, Managed Firewall) and professional services (penetration testing, compliance reviews, SIEM implementation, technical project management).

Go-to-market is sales-led and consultative, relying on expert pre-sales engineers who run threat assessments and tailor multi-vendor recommendations to fit existing customer security stacks. DirSec serves approximately 320 customers spanning 50+ industries, with primary verticals in healthcare, K-12 and higher education, banking and financial services, energy, and state/local/education (SLED) government, alongside midsize and Fortune 500 commercial accounts. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed.

Revenue mechanics combine one-time license resale from vendor partners, recurring managed-service subscriptions, and project- or hourly-based professional services engagements. The company raised $3.7M in an April 2022 funding round; no further financing, M&A, leadership changes, or restructuring events are disclosed in the source material, and headcount is reported at 11-50 employees. DirSec has filed no patents and discloses no certifications or compliance audit outcomes.

Name

DirSec

Legal name

DirSec

Website

https://dirsec.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

DirSec is a privately held, Louisville, Colorado-based value-added reseller of cybersecurity solutions founded in 2001, distributing products from 30+ vendors including CrowdStrike, Zscaler, and Palo Alto Networks to roughly 320 customers across healthcare, education, banking, energy, government, and commercial enterprises, supplemented by managed and professional services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cybersecurity Value-Added Reseller and Managed Security Services

NAICS

Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518)

SIC

Wholesale-Computers & Peripheral Equipment & Software (5045)

akta.pro primary industry

Software License Resale & Optimization (Perpetual/Subscription) (BPAEAOAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

DevSecOps & Supply Chain Security (DevOps toolchain security) (BPAEAKAI)

Keywords

• Cybersecurity value-added reseller
• Managed security services
• Penetration testing consulting
• Cloud network endpoint security
• Compliance risk assessments

Headquarters

HQ city

Louisville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Cybersecurity Solutions Resale: Revenue generated through resale of cybersecurity products and solutions from technology partners including endpoint security, network security, cloud security, email security, and application security. Acts as a value-added reseller providing consultation, implementation, and integration services alongside product sales.
2. Managed Services: Managed services covering cybersecurity needs including virtual CISO, managed EDR, managed XDR, and managed firewall services. Partners with industry-leading organizations to provide ongoing managed security services.
3. Professional Services: Professional services including technical project management, cybersecurity product implementation, firewall implementation and optimization, penetration testing, compliance reviews, vCISO services, Next-Generation SIEM implementation, and tailored consulting services. Offers hourly or project-based engagements.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

DirSec is a cybersecurity value-added reseller (VAR) and services firm that helps U.S. organizations design, deploy, and operate security tooling across cloud, endpoint, network, email, application, and risk/vulnerability domains by reselling products from 30+ partner vendors. Around those resold products, DirSec delivers managed services (managed EDR/XDR, managed firewall, vCISO) and professional consulting such as penetration testing, SIEM implementation, and compliance reviews. Its buyers are mid-market and enterprise buyers in healthcare, education, banking, energy, commercial, and SLED government verticals.

Product overview

DirSec is a value-added reseller specializing in cybersecurity, established in 2001 and headquartered in Louisville, Colorado. The company does not offer a single unified product but rather a comprehensive portfolio of security solutions and professional services. Their core offerings include six security solution categories: Cloud Security, Email Security, Application and Data Security, Network Security, Endpoint Security, and Risk & Vulnerability Management. These solutions are delivered through partnerships with over 30 industry-leading cybersecurity vendors and supplemented by managed services (Virtual CISO, Managed EDR/XDR, Managed Firewall) and professional consulting services (penetration testing, compliance reviews, security assessments, SIEM implementation, and technical project management).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Cloud Security Solutions A solution bundle covering SASE, secure web gateway (SWG), cloud access security broker (CASB), cloud security posture management (CSPM), and data loss prevention (DLP), delivered through vendor partners such as Zscaler and Netskope. Targets mid-market and enterprise buyers needing secure cloud access and SaaS protection.
• Email Security Solutions Email security offerings focused on phishing, business email compromise, and malware protection, integrated with broader cloud security and identity controls. Intended for enterprise and mid-market organizations that rely on Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace.
• Application and Data Security Solutions Application-layer and data-layer protection including web application firewall (WAF), database security, and API security, primarily via Imperva and adjacent partners. Aimed at organizations running customer-facing web properties and regulated data stores.
• Network Security Solutions Network security deployment across next-generation firewall (NGFW), network detection and response (NDR), zero-trust network access (ZTNA), identity and access management (IAM), and network access control (NAC) using partners such as Check Point and Palo Alto Networks. Targets enterprise and SLED buyers.
• Endpoint Security Solutions Endpoint protection stack including endpoint detection and response (EDR), extended detection and response (XDR), and IoT protection via CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, and similar partners. Aimed at organizations seeking managed or co-managed endpoint defense.
• Risk and Vulnerability Management Solutions Risk and vulnerability management capabilities including vulnerability scanning, attack surface management, and prioritization workflows, integrated with partner platforms. Targets organizations with formal compliance or audit obligations.
• Managed Security Services (MSSP) Recurring managed offerings including Managed EDR/XDR and Managed Firewall delivered on top of partner platforms. Targets buyers who want outsourced 24/7 or co-managed security operations rather than building an in-house SOC.
• Virtual CISO (vCISO) Service Fractional CISO advisory delivering security strategy, policy development, board-level reporting, and risk governance on a retainer or project basis. Targets mid-market and small enterprises that cannot justify a full-time CISO.
• Cybersecurity Consulting Services Project-based professional services including penetration testing, SIEM implementation, compliance reviews, and security architecture engagements. Sold to healthcare, financial, education, energy, and government clients.

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• CrowdStrikecoreTechnology or IntegrationCrowdStrike offers a comprehensive suite of products including Endpoint Security with AI and behavioral analysis, XDR (Extended Detection and Response), and Cloud Security for public, private, and hybrid cloud environments. DirSec provides simplified security operations, scalable solutions, unparalleled threat detection, and rapid incident response through MDR capabilities.
• ZscalercoreTechnology or IntegrationZscaler provides a comprehensive cloud-native platform with Cyberthreat Protection, Data Protection, and Zero Trust Branch and Cloud solutions. DirSec helps implement Zscaler's zero trust architecture, replacing legacy VPNs and firewalls with secure identity-based access.
• Check PointcoreTechnology or IntegrationCheck Point's product portfolio includes Harmony (unified cybersecurity across networks, endpoints, cloud, and mobile), CloudGuard (cloud security with real-time visibility and DLP), and Quantum (AI and ML-powered proactive security). DirSec provides comprehensive protection, enhanced visibility, and expert guidance.
• Palo Alto NetworkscoreTechnology or IntegrationPalo Alto Networks offers Network Security, Cortex Endpoint Security, and Prisma Cloud for cloud-native application protection. DirSec provides robust security measures, advanced threat detection, real-time visibility, and simplified security management.
• ImpervacoreTechnology or IntegrationImperva provides Application Performance optimization, Application Security defending against cyber attacks, and Data Security with data masking, monitoring, and risk analytics. DirSec offers enhanced application performance, robust security, comprehensive data protection, and real-time threat intelligence.
• NetskopecoreTechnology or IntegrationNetskope offers Secure Service Edge (SSE) as a Gartner Magic Quadrant leader for Secure Web Gateways, Next-Generation SWG, and Borderless SD-WAN. DirSec provides comprehensive cloud security, advanced threat prevention, and enhanced productivity through secure cloud services.
• Abnormal SecuritycoreTechnology or IntegrationAbnormal Security provides advanced threat detection using AI and machine learning, real-time email analysis, and a user-friendly interface for email security management. DirSec offers expert guidance in implementing and optimizing Abnormal's solutions.
• GripcoreTechnology or IntegrationGrip offers Grip SSCP (Secure Software Credential Protection) for API keys and credentials, and Grip Access for comprehensive access management with advanced authentication. DirSec provides enhanced security, improved compliance, streamlined access management, and protection for sensitive credentials.
• Summit Security GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSummit Security Group partners with DirSec for penetration testing services, uncovering potential entry points and helping strengthen defenses through real-world scenario testing. Joint campaign offerings for risk management solutions.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

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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