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81 Most Innovative Cyber Security Startups & Companies (Chicago)

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This article showcases our top picks for the best Chicago based Cyber Security companies. These startups and companies are taking a variety of approaches to innovating the Cyber Security industry, but are all exceptional companies well worth a follow.

We tried to pick companies across the size spectrum from cutting edge startups to established brands.

We selected these startups and companies for exceptional performance in one of these categories:

  • Innovation
    • Innovative ideas
    • Innovative route to market
    • Innovative product
  • Growth
    • Exceptional growth
    • Exceptional growth strategy
  • Management
  • Societal impact

Top Chicago Cyber Security Startups

Data sourced from Crunchbase and SemRush.

Keeper Security

Keeper Security

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Keeper Security is the highly-rated and patented cybersecurity platform for preventing password-related data breaches and cyberthreats.

NowSecure

NowSecure

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NowSecure provides automated mobile app security testing software that can be integrated into the development (CI/CD) process.

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oak9

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Cybersecurity SaaS Platform for Developers

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UncommonX

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CUncommonX offers cybersecurity protection for organizations by combining threat and intelligence software with 24/7 industry experts.

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Zerv

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Zerv enables a smartphone to open any access controlled door without updating the existing hardware.

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Havoc Shield

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Havoc Shield is a fast and effective cyber security program for small businesses.

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SupplyTastic

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SupplyTastic provides information technology solutions.

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InPath Security

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InPath Security offers a variety of IT Security services for businesses.

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Kirsh & Good Attorneys At Law

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Kirsh & Good Attorneys At Law focus on helping individuals with disabilities obtain the Social Security benefits that they deserve, with

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DigitalEkho

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DigitalEkho is an IT Consulting Company focused on helping enterprises through their challenging IT projects with very senior IT resources.

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AK LAUNCH

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AK is a full-service software development agency that enterprise software, cloud management, cyber security, e-commerce, web development.

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The Syber Group

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The Syber Group offers advanced and professional IT solutions to meet business needs of small, medium and large enterprises.

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MIS Computer Corp.

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MIS Computer Corp is a trusted Managed IT and Cybersecurity company.

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Sanders IT Consulting

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Sanders IT Consulting provides managed IT services, cybersecurity training, and consulting services for small businesses.

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Local IT Companies

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Local IT Companies provide IT consulting, remote IT desk, cybersecurity, and structured cabling services.

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Magia Digital

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Magia Digital offers structured wiring, security, communication, audio & video, POS systems, IT support and digital signage.

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Simple Carrier

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Simple Carrier is a security-provided company that offers protection for websites, databases, network and application layers services.

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Hoyt Niva Consulting Inc. (hoytNIVA)

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hoytNIVA is an IT consulting firm specializing in cyber-security, data analytics, machine learning and human capital.

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A Better Process

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A Better Process offers IT support, desktop & cloud, cyber breach recovery, and IT training services.

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Legion Star

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Legion Star is an IT firm that offers data migration, cloud security, transformation, identity, access, GRD, and SOC management solutions.

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AZBS

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AZBS offers cybersecurity, cloud computing, network security, IT support and consulting services.

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Level Nine Group

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Level Nine Group offers cybersecurity consultancy tailored services for the healthcare industry.

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Nitra security

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Nitra security is a technology firm that offers IT security, web design, program development & advising & engineering services.

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OnRamp Networks

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OnRamp Networks is a technology consulting firm.

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Abaxio

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Abaxio provides cybersecurity solutions against a hack, breach or network downtime.

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Fuel User Group

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Fuel User Group is a global community of professionals shaping the future of cybersecurity.

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Blue Team Con

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Blue Team Con is an annual cybersecurity conference in Chicago, IL for individuals working in cybersecurity defensive roles.

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Urbane Security

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Urbane Security is a company that creates network security for Fortune 500 companies.

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Bell, Boyd & Lloyd

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Bell, Boyd & Lloyd is a law firm specializing in bankruptcy, security, and trademark legal services.

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Woodfield Fund Administration

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Woodfield Fund Administration provides comprehensive administration services to private investment funds.

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CyberSecurityBase

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CyberSecurityBase provides you with services to implement a simplified security program at your company.

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KB Consulting Services

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KB Consulting Services is an information technology company specialized in IT management & support and network maintenance services.

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Bad Packets LLC

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Cybersecurity research and threat intelligence.

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inCyber Security

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Cyber compliance firm that specializes in helping firms protect their reputation, reduce costs, and manage risks.

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Cuesta Partners

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Cuesta Partners provide consultancy services to private equity firms and corporations.

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Demakis Technologies

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Demakis Technologies offers IT, cloud, digital marketing, website, and application development solutions.

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ProdigyTeks

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ProdigyTeks provides information technology services to small businesses.

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4Discovery

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4Discovery specialize in computer, digital and mobile device forensics.

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IT Risk Managers

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As cabling contractor in Chicago we understand the importance of a good network cabling system.

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TCE Company

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TCE Company specializes in network design, VoIP management, cyber security and business continuity planning.

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Health Blockchain Security Services

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Health Blockchain Security Services provides advance security analytics for all Blockchain business sectors and businesses.

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Plan Pilot

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Plan Pilot is a consultancy that provides cyber-security, retirement planning and financial services .

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Symlabs

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Symlabs was founded in 2001 with the vision to simplify and enhance directory services and identity management.

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National Technologies

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A West Chicago, Illinois-based provider of specialized fiber optic technical services

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The Mako Group

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The Mako Group specializes in auditing, risk assessments, SOX auditing or testing and penetration testing for mid to large-sized businesses.

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Data Defenders, LLC

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A information and cybersecurity services firm …

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Impelix

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Impelix is a cyber security advisor, integrator, managed services provider delivering dynamic secure access for all users, data, and apps.

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Anomalix

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Anomalix is a Gartner-recognized solutions and services company for Identity and Access Management.

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Motorola Solutions – Enterprise Business

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Motorola Solutions – Enterprise Business is in mobile computing and advanced data capture communications technologies.

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Fundology

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Fundology is a high security M&A project management platform for complex transactions and due diligence.

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Credence

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The Credence network prevents cyber-attacks by measuring and monitoring, in real time, the cyber-fitness of an organization’s suppliers.

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Renna Partners

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Renna Partners provides technology consulting services to investors to identify risk & evaluate impact, portfolio support and cybersecurity.

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Crispmind

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Crispmind specializes in cutting-edge cybersecurity, distributed ledger protocol & mobile application development.

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Evolutyz Corp

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Evolutyz Corp is a leading next-generation IT products, platforms, and services company.

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onShore Security

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onShore Security is a leading provider of managed cybersecurity.

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iSmile Technologies

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iSmile Technologies offers application development, cyber security, and cloud services.

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GuavaTech

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A leading managed service provider specializing in customized IT solutions for proprietary trading firms.

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Hillard Heintze

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Hillard Heintze is one of the leading investigation and security risk management firms.

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Privacy One

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Privacy One is an innovative cyber privacy company shaping the future of the internet.

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Arx Nimbus

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Arx Nimbus is a cybersecurity software company that provides quantitative advances in cybersecurity defense, governance.

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Framework IT

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Framework IT offers managed services, cloud computing, cybersecurity, VoIP and unified communication.

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NXGN

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NXGN is an advanced technology advisor and reseller of a next-generation infrastructure, cloud, and security technologies.

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inCyber Compliance

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Cybersecurity Compliance. Simplified. Automated. SaaS. RegTech

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VERVE Industrial Protection

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Verve Industrial Protection’s mission is to protect the world’s critical infrastructure.

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Donnelley Financial Solutions

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Donnelley Financial Solutions (DFIN) is a leader in risk and compliance solutions.

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Tensility Venture Partners

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Tensility Venture partners with founders of early-stage enterprise startups in security, digital health, and novel, vertical-applications.

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Ascend Technologies

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Ascend Technologies helps customers to make IT investments, meet the needs of business and optimize productivity

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Entara

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Entara specializes in IT service management, cybersecurity management, workflow automation, IT consulting, cloud management and integration.

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Nexum

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Nexum provides users with information security and networking solutions.

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Nullafi

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Nullafi Shield is a zero-code add-on to any endpoint that gives admins one-click control over what data that endpoint receives

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RKON

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Since 1998, RKON has delivered IT Transformation helping private equity and corporations achieve Quiet IT from vision to execution.

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NorthStar

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Our NorthStar platform uses existing security and enterprise data to prioritize the exposures that present the greatest risk to the business

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Latacora

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Latacora offers software security, network security, cloud security, and IT security services.

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Xaptum

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Multi-tenant, future-proof network operator that enables enterprises to seamlessly scale and secure IoT deployments.

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Cyber Pop-up

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Cyber Pop-up is an on-demand cybersecurity service platform that makes cybersecurity accessible to businesses of all sizes.

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Winston Privacy

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Winston is a plug-and-play privacy device that protects all devices in the home from mass surveillance.

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MessageControl

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Human Layer Email and Messaging Security

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Aegis Secure

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Ultra-Secure mobile and connected device product company

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Trustwave

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Security consulting company

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OneSpan

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OneSpan, is a cybersecurity provider in the financial services industry specializing in digital identity and anti-fraud solutions.

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SmarterCloud

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SmarterCloud is a cybersecurity platform that isolates and secures customer data.

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