PennSec Cybersecurity & IT Consulting
About PennSec
PennSec Cybersecurity & IT Consulting was founded with one goal in mind — to make enterprise-level security accessible to the businesses that need it most. We work with small to mid-sized businesses, startups, and organizations in high-risk industries across the New York City metro area, delivering practical and effective security solutions without the overhead of a large firm. At PennSec, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all approaches. Every client gets a tailored strategy built around their specific environment, risks, and business objectives. From securing critical infrastructure to responding to active threats, we are here to be a long-term security partner you can trust.
Our Services
Cybersecurity Operations Consulting
Building a strong security program takes more than tools — it takes strategy, structure, and the right expertise. We work alongside your team to assess your current security posture, identify gaps, and develop a roadmap that aligns your defenses with your business goals. Whether you are starting from scratch or maturing an existing program, we provide the guidance needed to build a resilient and scalable security operation.
Cyber Threat Intelligence Consulting
Stay ahead of adversaries with intelligence-driven security. We collect, analyze, and operationalize threat data to give your organization a clear picture of who is targeting you, how they operate, and what you can do about it before an incident occurs. From threat actor profiling to indicator sharing and intelligence program development, we help you turn raw data into decisive action.
IT Systems & Infrastructure Consulting
Your technology infrastructure is the backbone of everything your business runs on. We help organizations take a hard look at their existing IT environment, uncover vulnerabilities and inefficiencies, and implement solutions that are built to perform and built to last. From network architecture to endpoint security and system hardening, we design and optimize infrastructure that supports your operations today and scales with your business tomorrow.
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Meet Charlie Pennington, Founder & Principal Consultant
I’m Charlie Pennington, the founder of PennSec and your direct point of contact for everything we do. With over 10 years of experience rooted in military service and sharpened across cybersecurity consulting and threat intelligence, I built PennSec to bring serious, professional-grade security to businesses that need it most. I specialize in helping organizations strengthen their security posture, navigate complex cyber risks, and build the right defenses to protect their most critical assets. At PennSec, we are committed to delivering personalized, senior-level expertise and building real long-term relationships with every client we work with.