Security Consulting

Security isn't optional — it's essential.

At Apex Core Services, we help small and mid-sized businesses take control of their security posture with expert consulting, real-world assessments, and policy development tailored to your operations and budget. From protecting sensitive data and customer information to ensuring compliance with industry standards like PCI, WISP, SOC, and PII regulations, we’re here to give you clarity, confidence, and control.

Whether you're building a security framework from scratch or need a second set of eyes before an audit, our team works as your trusted advisor — not just a vendor. We speak your language, work within your resources, and deliver practical solutions that make sense.

Cybersecurity Services

Stay Compliant. Stay Secure. Stay One Step Ahead.

Safeguard your systems, data, and reputation with a practical suite of cybersecurity services built to meet business needs and compliance requirements like PCI DSS and SOC 2. From endpoints to firewalls, we help you reduce risk, improve visibility, and make smarter security decisions—without overengineering the process.

Endpoint Security Services

Protect Every Device. Secure Every Connection.

Keep your data and users safe with proactive endpoint security for laptops, smartphones, desktops, servers, and IoT devices.

We provide real-time protection, threat detection, and policy enforcement across your devices—whether your team is remote, on-site, or hybrid. Our approach focuses on practical defense, data loss prevention, and user policy enforcement without unnecessary complexity.

Network Security Services

Your First Line of Defense Against Cyber Threats

Protect your network infrastructure with intelligent monitoring, vulnerability management, and traffic control.

We secure internal networks, guest segments, VPN access, and cloud-connected systems by hardening configurations, managing patches, and identifying threats before they spread.

What We Protect:
•    Firewalls and network gateways
•    Segmented network zones
•    VPNs and remote access systems
•    Cloud and hybrid infrastructures

vCIO / vCISO Services

Strategic IT & Security Leadership—Without the Overhead

Access experienced technology and cybersecurity leadership without the cost of a full-time executive.

Our vCIO services help align your technology with business goals, manage budgets, and guide strategic planning. vCISO services focus on security—developing policies, managing risk, and preparing for incidents. Together, they provide the leadership to support secure, scalable growth.

What We Offer:
•    Long-term IT strategy and roadmap development
•    Security policy creation and compliance oversight
•    Risk identification and mitigation planning
•    Budgeting and investment recommendations
•    Incident response and security audits
•    Ongoing executive-level guidance

Managed IDS/IPS Services

Detect. Prevent. Protect.

Stop threats before they impact your systems with intrusion detection and prevention services tailored to your environment.

Our team monitors traffic patterns, inspects data flows, and uses behavioral analysis to identify suspicious activity and block malicious connections. This adds a smart layer of security to your network perimeter without overwhelming your internal resources.

How We Protect You:
•    Identify brute-force, malware, and zero-day attacks
•    Block unauthorized access and lateral movement
•    Enforce internal security policies and external compliance
•    Deliver clear alerts and reporting

Managed Firewall Services

Your Frontline Defense Against Cyber Threats

Control network access, prevent intrusions, and protect sensitive data with professionally managed firewall services.

We handle configuration, rule updates, and policy enforcement for on-prem or cloud-based firewalls. With ongoing monitoring and responsive management, we help you maintain a strong perimeter and stay aligned with evolving threats.

What You Get:
•    Custom rule sets tailored to your environment
•    Ongoing traffic monitoring and anomaly detection
•    Firewall updates and configuration adjustments
•    Integration with broader security policies and compliance needs

Cyber Risk Assessments

Identify Weaknesses. Minimize Risk. Strengthen Your Defenses.

Uncover vulnerabilities across your systems, policies, and operations with expert-led risk evaluations.

We analyze your security posture, identify compliance gaps, and provide clear, prioritized recommendations to help you strengthen defenses. Perfect for proactive security planning, pre-audit preparation, or ongoing risk management.

What’s Included:
•    Vulnerability scans for endpoints and networks
•    Policy, protocol, and control reviews
•    User access audits and permissions analysis
•    Compliance gap reporting and remediation plans

Penetration Testing Services

Think Like a Hacker. Defend Like a Pro.

Simulate real-world attacks to uncover vulnerabilities before attackers do.
We conduct controlled, ethical tests across your environment—including networks, applications, and IoT devices—to expose and help remediate security flaws. All testing is tailored to your systems and compliance requirements.

What’s Included:
•    Internal and external penetration testing
•    Web app and API vulnerability testing
•    Wireless and IoT assessments
•    Optional social engineering simulations
•    Comprehensive reporting with prioritized fixes

Security Assessments & Gap Analysis

Know Where You Stand—Before a Breach Happens

We evaluate your infrastructure, controls, and practices to highlight vulnerabilities, inefficiencies, and compliance gaps. Whether you’re preparing for PCI or SOC audits or simply improving your posture, we deliver clarity and a clear path forward.

Policy Development & Compliance Support

Clear, Actionable Policies That Keep You Compliant

Get essential documentation tailored to your business—WISPs, access policies, incident response plans, vendor protocols, and more. We align your policies with standards like PCI DSS, SOC 2, and state/federal regulations so you stay protected and audit-ready.