Critical Start Receives Industry Recognition for MDR and MCRR; Randy Watkins Named Top CTO

Critical Start, a prominent provider of Managed Detection and Response (MDR) cybersecurity solutions, has been recognized as an industry leader in Managed Cyber Risk Reduction (MCRR). The company was honored with two Cyber Defense Magazine (CDM) Global Infosec Awards for Best Product Managed Cyber Risk Reduction (MCRR) and Hot Company Managed Detection and Response (MDR). Additionally, Randy Watkins, the Chief Technology Officer at Critical Start, was awarded the prestigious Publisher’s Choice Chief Technology Officer title.

In the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, Critical Start stands out with its comprehensive range of services aimed at reducing and mitigating risk exposure for organizations. Their MDR service offers round-the-clock threat monitoring, investigation, and response across various aspects of cybersecurity, including endpoints, network, identities, cloud workloads, and applications. Moreover, Critical Start’s MCRR solutions go beyond traditional threat-based detection and response measures to support security programs across all six functions of the National Institute of Standards and Technology Cybersecurity Framework (NIST CSF 2.0).

Gary S. Miliefsky, Publisher of Cyber Defense Magazine, praised Critical Start for embodying the key features that judges look for in award winners, including understanding future threats, providing cost-effective solutions, and innovating in ways that help mitigate cyber risk. Rob Davis, CEO and Founder of Critical Start, expressed gratitude for the recognition and emphasized the importance of adopting proactive strategies to address cybersecurity risks in today’s environment.

The winners of the Global InfoSec Awards will be celebrated at the 2024 RSA conference, where Critical Start will showcase its product suite. Organizations looking to enhance their cyber protection measures can learn more about Critical Start’s offerings by visiting their website or meeting the team at RSAC 2024.

Critical Start’s commitment to providing cutting-edge services and technology to address cybersecurity needs has earned them accolades from Cyber Defense Magazine. The recognition of Randy Watkins as Publisher’s Choice Chief Technology Officer further highlights the company’s dedication to excellence in the field of cybersecurity.

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