60/100IFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 189 Google reviews, the most in Red Deer.
Best Cybersecurity Companies in Red Deer, AB (2026)
15 cybersecurity companies ranked by IFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Red Deer: Central Computer Technologies, Inc., IFR Score 60/100; 4.8★ from 189 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 9 PM.
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Most-reviewed: Bulletproof IT, 110 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 15 ranked after Central Computer Technologies, Inc.; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. IT providers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
15 Red Deer cybersecurity companies are ranked here by IFR Score, from nine published factors. 3 open Saturdays and 1 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 15 rated IT firms.
Top 10 cybersecurity companies in Red Deer at a glance
Ranked by IFR Score from public data. Sponsored placements are labelled and never change the order.
| Rank | Business | IFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Central Computer Technologies, Inc. | 60 | 4.8★ (189) | Red Deer | Sat · Evenings | Overall |
| 2 | Bulletproof IT | 57 | 5.0★ (110) | Red Deer | — | Most reviews |
| 3 | SysGen Solutions Group | IT Services | Red Deer | 56 | 5.0★ (5) | Red Deer | — | — |
| 4 | F12.net - Red Deer Managed IT Services Company | 54 | 3.7★ (3) | Red Deer | — | — |
| 5 | CloudOrbis IT Services | 52 | 5.0★ (7) | Airdrie, 119 km away | — | — |
| 6 | GAM Tech | 51 | 5.0★ (14) | Red Deer | — | — |
| 7 | ETCS IT Solutions | 50 | 5.0★ (12) | Red Deer | — | — |
| 8 | Tier 3 IT Solutions - Leduc's Managed IT Services Company | 50 | 4.9★ (13) | Leduc, 113 km away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 9 | UTell IT Services - Computer Support and Services | 49 | 5.0★ (10) | Calgary, 43 km away | Sat | — |
| 10 | Digitex Canada | 49 | 4.0★ (12) | Red Deer | — | — |
The 15 best cybersecurity companies in Red Deer, ranked
Ordered by IFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by IFR Score from public data. Sponsored placements are labelled and never change the order.
Scores below: based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Red Deer
57/100IFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 110 Google reviews.
Based in Red Deer
56/100IFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer security service”.
Based in Red Deer
54/100IFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and service focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer security service”.
Based in Airdrie, 119 km away
52/100IFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer security service”.
#6 GAM Tech
Based in Red Deer
51/100IFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews.
Based in Red Deer
50/100IFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer repair service”.
Based in Leduc, 113 km away
50/100IFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 13 Google reviews.
Based in Calgary, 43 km away
49/100IFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Data recovery service”.
#10 Digitex Canada
Based in Red Deer
49/100IFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Office equipment supplier”.
Based in Airdrie, 109 km away
46/100IFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews.
Based in Leduc, 113 km away
44/100IFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.
#13 Reliantech
Based in Leduc, 110 km away
43/100IFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.
Based in Leduc, 112 km away
43/100IFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.
Based in Airdrie, 110 km away
42/100IFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer repair service”.
Also serving Red Deer
18 more cybersecurity companies within 121 km that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a service we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| AshanTec | 23 km | |
| Cloudessentials | In Red Deer | |
| CYBERDOME | 5.0★ (2) | 111 km |
| EGC | 5.0★ (7) | In Red Deer |
| Ekota Central Ltd. | 5.0★ (1) | 113 km |
| Expert IT Solutions | Managed IT Support and Services | 5.0★ (2) | In Red Deer |
| First Response Technical Services Inc. | 5.0★ (1) | 109 km |
| Fortifi IT | 5.0★ (1) | In Red Deer |
| Genius Computer Solutions | Managed IT Support & Services | In Red Deer | |
| Kymera Systems Inc | 5.0★ (1) | 112 km |
| Leveled Up Solutions Inc | 5.0★ (2) | In Red Deer |
| Longhurst Consulting | 5.0★ (7) | In Red Deer |
| Nerds on the Way | In Red Deer | |
| RedEase | 3.0★ (2) | In Red Deer |
| Sunco Communication and Installation - Red Deer Managed IT Services Company | In Red Deer | |
| SureCYBER Inc. | 110 km | |
| The Phone Experts Group Of Companies | 4.6★ (21) | In Red Deer |
| World Guardian Security Services | 5.0★ (1) | In Red Deer |
How we ranked Red Deer cybersecurity companies
We scored 15 Red Deer cybersecurity companies on nine factors, weighted as shown. An IT firm is ranked when its service is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. An IT firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Sponsored businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Red Deer data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Review volume | 15% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed IT firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday and 24/7 support | Measured |
| Service focus | 15% | How clearly the firm does this service (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its IT Firms Ranked profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The firm links to IT Firms Ranked from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
| Client reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by IT Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose a cybersecurity company
- Ask whether monitoring is staffed around the clock by the firm itself or by a partner.
- Ask for a sample assessment or penetration-test report with client details removed.
- Check experience with your industry’s rules (for example HIPAA, PCI DSS or CMMC).
- Ask what the firm does in the first hour of an incident, and whether that is in the contract.
- Ask for two or three references from clients of your size and industry, and call them.
- Get the scope, response times and price in writing before you sign, including how you leave and get your data back.
Questions to ask a cybersecurity company
- Is your security monitoring staffed 24/7, and by whom?
- Which frameworks do you assess against?
- What do your reports include, and do you re-test after we fix the findings?
- Do you handle incident response yourselves, and do you work with cyber insurers?
- What access will you need to our systems, and how is it controlled and logged?
- Which certifications do the people doing the work hold?
Terms explained
- MSP (managed service provider)
- A firm that runs a business’s IT for a recurring fee: monitoring, patching, help desk, backups and security tools.
- Co-managed IT
- An arrangement where an outside firm supports an in-house IT person or team, sharing tools and tasks.
- Break-fix
- IT support paid per incident or per hour, with no monthly agreement.
- SLA (service-level agreement)
- The contract terms for response and resolution times, uptime and support hours.
- Help desk
- The support line staff call or email for IT problems.
- RMM
- Remote monitoring and management software that lets an IT firm watch, patch and fix computers remotely.
- vCIO
- A virtual chief information officer: part-time IT strategy and budgeting from an outside firm.
- MSSP
- A managed security service provider: a firm that monitors and manages security tools around the clock.
- EDR / MDR
- Endpoint detection and response software, and the managed service of people watching its alerts (managed detection and response).
- MFA
- Multi-factor authentication: a second proof of identity, such as an app prompt, on top of a password.
- Penetration test
- An authorised, simulated attack on your systems to find weaknesses before criminals do.
- SOC 2
- An independent auditor’s report (AICPA standard) on a service provider’s security controls.
Cybersecurity companies in Red Deer: frequently asked questions
Who is the best cybersecurity company in Red Deer?
By IFR Score, the highest-ranked cybersecurity company in Red Deer, AB is Central Computer Technologies, Inc. with an IFR Score of 60/100. It has 4.8★ from 189 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 9 PM. Bulletproof IT (#2) and SysGen Solutions Group | IT Services | Red Deer (#3) follow. We ranked 15 cybersecurity companies on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many cybersecurity companies are there in Red Deer?
ITFirmsRanked ranks 15 cybersecurity companies serving Red Deer, AB. 7 of them are based in Red Deer; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 18 within 121 km are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which cybersecurity companies in Red Deer work on weekends?
3 of 15 ranked cybersecurity companies post Saturday hours and 1 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Central Computer Technologies, Inc. (#1), Tier 3 IT Solutions - Leduc's Managed IT Services Company (#8) and UTell IT Services - Computer Support and Services (#9). Posted hours are office hours; many firms also run an after-hours support line for contract clients.
What Google rating do Red Deer cybersecurity companies have?
The median Google rating among 15 rated cybersecurity companies in Red Deer is 5.0★, with a median of 10 reviews. Central Computer Technologies, Inc. has the most, 189 reviews, and ranks #1. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does ITFirmsRanked rank cybersecurity companies?
Each cybersecurity company gets a 0–100 IFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), review volume (15%), service focus (15%) and recency (10%). An IT firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only IT firms with a confirmed service and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do cybersecurity companies outside Red Deer count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 121 km of the Red Deer city centre, our service radius for cybersecurity companies. Each listing shows where the IT firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the IFR Score, so a nearby IT firm gets a small edge.
Can cybersecurity companies pay to rank higher on ITFirmsRanked?
No. The IFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured IT firms may appear above the list, labelled Sponsored and showing their honest rank.
What does a cybersecurity company do?
Cybersecurity companies assess and protect a business’s systems and data: security monitoring, endpoint protection, penetration testing, compliance support and incident response.
How are cybersecurity companies in Red Deer ranked?
By IFR Score: Google rating and review volume, recent reviews, opening hours, how clearly the firm does cybersecurity, distance, a claimed profile, our badge and verified client reviews. Sponsored placements never change the order.
Do we need a cybersecurity firm if we already have an IT provider?
Sometimes. Many IT providers include basic security tools; a security firm adds specialist work such as 24/7 monitoring, penetration tests, compliance audits and incident response. Ask your IT provider what they cover and where they would bring in a specialist.
What is the difference between a security assessment and a penetration test?
An assessment reviews your policies, settings and controls against a framework. A penetration test is an authorised, simulated attack that tries to exploit weaknesses. Both end with a written report and a list of fixes.
Can a cybersecurity firm help with compliance?
Many help organisations prepare for requirements such as HIPAA, PCI DSS, CMMC or SOC 2. They can advise and assess, but only an independent auditor issues a SOC 2 report, and compliance is ultimately your responsibility.
Update log for Red Deer
- November 2026: IFR Scores recalculated for 15 cybersecurity companies serving Red Deer.
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