RedZone Technologies, a leading IT service provider specializing in security for highly regulated industries, has received a growth investment from ParkerGale. This partnership includes the appointment of Gary Simat, founder and former CEO of Performive, as the new Chief Executive Officer, positioning RedZone to evolve into a comprehensive secure IT services platform focused on measurable outcomes in cybersecurity and compliance.
The investment from ParkerGale marks a significant milestone for RedZone, enabling the company to scale its operations and enhance its offerings in managed security services. Gary Simat, with his background in managed cloud and IT services, will lead the company in building high-retention teams and prioritizing customer needs. Simat commented: “I’m excited to join RedZone at this pivotal moment. The company has earned trust in highly regulated industries through its technical expertise and customer-first culture. With ParkerGale, we’ll build on that foundation and evolve RedZone into a secure IT services platform that gives organizations confidence in every part of their technology. Our focus is on extending our role as a trusted security partner into a platform of continuous outcomes that customers can see and measure, creating lasting confidence with security, compliance, and data sovereignty foundational to our platform and services.” This transition supports RedZone's commitment to Tier 2+ support, co-managed delivery, and a security-first approach.
Managed security services provide outsourced monitoring, management, and response for cybersecurity systems, including threat detection, incident response, compliance support, and vulnerability management. As hardware, software, and threats evolve rapidly, the need for specialized partners like RedZone continues to rise, particularly in regulated sectors such as credit unions, non-profits, and trade associations. RedZone's deep technical expertise, premium managed services, professional services, and strategic vendor partnerships enable it to deliver valuable security solutions, allowing clients to focus on their core business while ensuring robust protection.
James Crifasi, who has served as Chief Operating Officer and Chief Technology Officer for 20 years, expressed optimism about the collaboration: “ParkerGale and Gary's belief in the RedZone way, presents a great growth opportunity for the company and our clients. We will gain an improved ability to scale, support, and bring additional solutions to our customers, while remaining customer first and security focused.” Nori Welles-Gertz, a Principal at ParkerGale, added: “We are excited to partner with Gary and the RedZone team for this next phase of growth. Through deep cybersecurity expertise and a dedication to service, the company has established itself as a trusted partner to customers. ParkerGale is committed to accelerating this growth through both inorganic and organic strategies; expanding the Company's capabilities while continuing to serve highly regulated industries with a disciplined, customer-centric focus.” The partnership includes investments across departments, with emphasis on partner relationships, sales, and marketing to drive revenue while maintaining a customer-centric focus.
RedZone Technologies' growth investment from ParkerGale reinforces its position as a trusted security partner for mid-market businesses in regulated industries. By integrating new leadership and expanding capabilities, RedZone is poised to deliver enhanced cybersecurity, network infrastructure, and assessment services, ensuring clients maintain confidence in their technology amid evolving threats.
RedZone Technologies delivers specialized cybersecurity, network infrastructure, and security assessment services to mid-market businesses nationally. RedZone is a trusted partner to customers in highly regulated, security-focused industries, including credit unions, non-profits, and trade associations - enabling them to focus on their core business while RedZone provides and manages the required security.
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