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DeepSeas delivers expert-led cybersecurity consulting for organizations seeking proactive, measurable protection. From strategic advisory and security program development to penetration testing, governance, risk, compliance, and managed detection, its specialists help reduce exposure and strengthen resilience. With approximately 30 years of experience serving nearly 1,000 organizations worldwide, DeepSeas builds practical security programs around your tools, risks, and business priorities.

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Our Cybersecurity Consulting Services

Integrated consulting and security services help organizations assess risk, strengthen defenses, and build a measurable cybersecurity program.

Strategic Security Advisory

DeepSeas advisors help leaders make defensible security decisions involving risk, technology, governance, acquisitions, board communication, and long-term program direction.

Virtual CISO Services

A DeepSeas vCISO provides executive-level guidance for security strategy, governance, risk management, reporting, compliance, budgeting, and continuous program improvement.

Cybersecurity Risk Assessments

Assessments examine external exposure, controls, processes, people, and technology to identify prioritized risks, clarify what to address first, and support board, audit, or insurer discussions.

Penetration Testing

Ethical hackers conduct controlled attack simulations across networks, applications, cloud environments, and other authorized targets to reveal exploitable weaknesses before malicious actors do.

GRC And Compliance

DeepSeas develops governance, risk, and compliance programs with control mapping, policy support, evidence organization, continuous monitoring, and audit-readiness guidance.

Incident Response Readiness

Tabletop exercises, response planning, and mock incidents help teams validate coordination, escalation, communications, evidence handling, and recovery processes before a real breach.

Expert-Led Guidance

Build A More Defensible Security Program

DeepSeas connects strategic advice with practical cybersecurity operations. Specialists can help assess your current posture, prioritize exposure, test whether defenses work, prepare for compliance reviews, and establish governance that supports continuous improvement. The approach is tailored to your organization and can work with existing SIEM, EDR, CNAPP, and other security investments rather than requiring a wholesale technology replacement.

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Proven Experience

Trusted Cyber Defense

DeepSeas supports nearly 1,000 organizations worldwide with practical, measurable cybersecurity outcomes.

"DeepSeas is a pleasure to work with. They produce consistent and outstanding results for us and our program, while being thorough, knowledgeable, and easy to work with. We have not had a finding in a certification/re-certification audit in three years across five ISO standards!"

Ed Jones
Ed Jones
The DeepSeas Difference

Why Choose DeepSeas?

DeepSeas combines strategic perspective, technical depth, and operational security expertise in one consulting partner.

30 Years Experience

Approximately 30 years of cyber defense experience inform practical recommendations grounded in real operating conditions.

Integrated Expertise

Advisory, offensive security, threat intelligence, MDR, SOC, and GRC capabilities work together across your program.

Existing Tools

Bring-your-own-stack support helps organizations strengthen security using tools and governance they already own.

Measurable Outcomes

DeepSeas focuses on evidence of risk reduction, audit readiness, and decisions leaders can explain with confidence.

Meet The DeepSeas Team

Experienced cybersecurity practitioners guide strategy, operations, risk, and compliance engagements.

Portrait of Lewie Dunsworth, Chief Executive Officer at DeepSeas

Lewie Dunsworth

Chief Executive Officer

Lewie Dunsworth serves as Chief Executive Officer of DeepSeas, leading the company's mission to make cybersecurity a strategic advantage for nearly 1,000 organizations worldwide. Under his leadership, DeepSeas has grown into a recognized leader in Managed Detection and Response, earning recognition from Gartner and Frost & Sullivan as a top provider in the industry. Lewie drives the company's vision across its six-layer cyber defense stack, spanning strategic advisory, offensive security, threat intelligence, managed detection and response, the CyberFusion SOC, and governance, risk and compliance. He is committed to ensuring that enterprise, mid-market, government, and education clients receive proactive, measurable, and customized cybersecurity outcomes. Lewie's leadership reflects nearly three decades of industry experience and a steadfast focus on client trust and operational excellence.

Portrait of Keith Robertson, Risk Management and Compliance Executive at DeepSeas

Keith Robertson

CISM, CIPP/E, SANS GCIH, GIAC, HITRUST

Keith Robertson brings 25 years of governance, risk management, and compliance experience to DeepSeas, including prior service as a Fortune 500 Chief Security Officer and Enterprise Risk Officer. He holds an impressive array of certifications, including CISM, CIPP/E, SANS GCIH, GIAC, and HITRUST, reflecting his comprehensive expertise across security management, privacy, incident handling, and healthcare compliance. Keith's executive-level experience gives him a unique perspective on enterprise risk, allowing him to help DeepSeas clients align cybersecurity strategy with broader business objectives. His background in high-stakes corporate security leadership positions him well to guide organizations through complex governance challenges and regulatory requirements. Keith is committed to helping clients build mature, enterprise-grade risk management programs that support long-term security and compliance success across diverse industries.

Portrait of Sean Duffy, Cybersecurity and Legal Advisor at DeepSeas

Sean Duffy

CISSP, CCSK, Licensed Attorney

Sean Duffy combines 25 years of cybersecurity experience with a unique legal background, holding both CISSP and CCSK certifications as well as a license to practice law. A United States Navy veteran, Sean brings a disciplined, mission-focused approach to his work advising C-suite executives and boards of directors on cybersecurity strategy and risk. His legal expertise allows him to provide clients with a nuanced understanding of regulatory and liability considerations alongside technical security guidance, a combination that is especially valuable for organizations navigating complex compliance landscapes. Sean's extensive advisory experience makes him a trusted voice for senior leadership teams seeking to understand cybersecurity risk in business terms. His military background and legal training reflect the depth and diversity of expertise that defines the DeepSeas team.

Portrait of Matt Lammers, CISO and IT Risk Executive at DeepSeas

Matt Lammers

CISSP, HITRUST

Matt Lammers is an experienced CISO and IT risk executive who brings both deep technical certification and management consulting experience to DeepSeas. Holding CISSP and HITRUST credentials, Matt has built a career helping organizations strengthen their cybersecurity posture while managing enterprise-level risk. His consulting background equips him with strong skills in translating complex security concepts into actionable business strategies for executive stakeholders. Matt's international perspective, including his status as an Australia permanent resident, gives him valuable insight into global compliance and security considerations that benefit DeepSeas clients operating across borders. He is dedicated to helping organizations build resilient, well-governed cybersecurity programs that align with both operational needs and executive priorities, reinforcing DeepSeas' commitment to customized, outcome-driven security solutions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a cybersecurity consultant do?

A cybersecurity consultant helps an organization understand and reduce cyber risk. Depending on the engagement, that may include assessing controls and exposure, developing a security roadmap, advising executives, testing systems through controlled attacks, improving governance and compliance, preparing incident response plans, or providing virtual CISO leadership. The objective is practical guidance that aligns security decisions with business priorities and measurable outcomes.

What cybersecurity consulting services does DeepSeas provide?

How can a cybersecurity risk assessment help my organization?

What is the difference between a vCISO and a cybersecurity consultant?

Why should an organization use penetration testing?

Can DeepSeas work with our existing security tools?

How does DeepSeas support compliance and audit readiness?

Can cybersecurity consulting support organizations without a full-time CISO?

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Recognized Expertise

Awards and Recognition

Gartner top 40 Managed Detection and Response provider recognition

Gartner Top 40 Managed Detection and Response Provider Recognition

Recognized as a top 40 MDR provider by Gartner.

2024 Frost Radar Global Managed Detection and Response Market recognition

2024 Frost Radar Global Managed Detection and Response Market Leader

Named a Leader and top-five provider in the 2024 Frost Radar market.

Frost & Sullivan 2024 Best Practices Competitive Strategy Leadership Award

Frost & Sullivan 2024 Best Practices Competitive Strategy Leadership Award

Award for Competitive Strategy Leadership in Managed Detection and Response.

2024 Global MDR Best Practices Award for Strategy

2024 Global MDR Best Practices Award For Strategy

Recognition for strategy in global managed detection and response best practices.

ISO Lead Auditor certifications held by DeepSeas specialists

ISO Lead Auditor Certifications

ISO Lead Auditor certifications held by DeepSeas specialists.

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