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Best Cybersecurity Companies in Waco, TX (2026)

33 cybersecurity companies ranked by IFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Waco: Lean On Me I.T., IFR Score 59/100; 5.0★ from 66 Google reviews; open evenings.

  2. 4

    Most-reviewed: Lighthouse IT, 81 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 33 ranked; ranked #4.

Rankings can't be bought. IT providers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

33 Waco cybersecurity companies are ranked here by IFR Score, from nine published factors. 9 open Saturdays and 5 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 33 rated IT firms.

Top 10 cybersecurity companies in Waco at a glance

Ranked by IFR Score from public data. Sponsored placements are labelled and never change the order.

Top 10 cybersecurity companies in Waco at a glance
RankBusinessIFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Lean On Me I.T.595.0★ (66)WacoEveningsOverall
2Justice IT Consulting585.0★ (78)Burleson, 69 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3PCD Cyber - Computer Repair & Full Service IT Solutions574.6★ (21)Waco——
4Lighthouse IT575.0★ (81)Temple, 36 mi away—Most reviews
5Unified ConneXions565.0★ (15)Waxahachie, 63 mi away——
6Netguru Solutions555.0★ (9)Timberwood Park, 71 mi awaySat—
7BlueZone Cyber Solutions555.0★ (5)Austin, 32 mi away——
8Lab19 IT Consulting555.0★ (8)Cedar Hill, 51 mi away——
9CMIT Solutions545.0★ (10)Cedar Hill, 73 mi away——
10Computek | Complete Managed IT Support534.9★ (63)Georgetown, 70 mi away——

The 33 best cybersecurity companies in Waco, 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.

  1. Ranked #1 in Waco

    Based in Waco

    59/100IFR Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 66 Google reviews.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 66 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    510 Austin Ave Ste 25513, Waco, TX 76701
  2. Based in Burleson, 69 mi away

    58/100IFR Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 78 Google reviews.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 78 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    740 SW Wilshire Blvd Ste 100, Burleson, TX 76028
  3. Based in Temple, 36 mi away

    57/100IFR Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 81 Google reviews, the most in Waco.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 81 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1212 Marlandwood Rd, Temple, TX 76502
  4. Based in Waxahachie, 63 mi away

    56/100IFR Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer security service”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1348 US-287 Ste 300, Waxahachie, TX 75165
  5. Based in Timberwood Park, 71 mi away

    55/100IFR Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer security service”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
  6. Based in Cedar Hill, 51 mi away

    55/100IFR Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer security service”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
  7. Based in Cedar Hill, 73 mi away

    54/100IFR Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer security service”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1221 W Belt Line Rd Ste. 201, Cedar Hill, TX 75104
  8. Based in Belton, 63 mi away

    53/100IFR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer security service”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
  9. Based in Waco

    52/100IFR Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Consultant”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    215 S 2nd St #302, Waco, TX 76701
  10. Based in Waco

    51/100IFR Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    215 Mary Ave, Waco, TX 76701
  11. Based in Georgetown, 71 mi away

    50/100IFR Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer security service”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    404 W 9th St #201, Georgetown, TX 78626
  12. Based in Waco

    50/100IFR Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer consultant”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1704 N Valley Mills Dr, Waco, TX 76710
  13. #22 JCCS

    Based in Missouri City, 52 mi away

    49/100IFR Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
  14. Based in Round Rock, 75 mi away

    49/100IFR Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    E Old Settlers Blvd, Round Rock, TX 78665
  15. Based in Waxahachie, 62 mi away

    48/100IFR Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer repair service”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
    Address
    791 N Hwy 77 #501c, Waxahachie, TX 75165

All 33 cybersecurity companies

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #33, in IFR Score order; each links to its profile.

cybersecurity companies in Waco, ranks 26 to 33
RankBusinessIFR ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26QMK Services484.6★ (9)62 mi
27Chrome Tech | Complete IT & Managed Solutions475.0★ (15)71 mi
28$25 PC TUNE-UP474.0★ (4)49 mi
29Regional IT Services475.0★ (10)73 mi
30Dan's 24/7 Tech. Support463.7★ (3)69 mi
31Simple IT Fix465.0★ (9)69 mi
32Sagewire Solutions454.3★ (10)70 mi
33Gill Tech Services455.0★ (7)66 mi

Also serving Waco

20 more cybersecurity companies within 75 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a service we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

How we ranked Waco cybersecurity companies

We scored 33 Waco 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.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

IFR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Waco data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Review volume15%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed IT firm on the listMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability5%Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday and 24/7 supportMeasured
Service focus15%How clearly the firm does this service (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity5%Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The firm has claimed its IT Firms Ranked profile (free or paid earn the same)Measured
Partnered5%The firm links to IT Firms Ranked from its own website with our badge, checked periodicallyMeasured
Client reviews10%Verified client reviews collected by IT Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there areMeasured

How to choose a cybersecurity company

  1. Ask whether monitoring is staffed around the clock by the firm itself or by a partner.
  2. Ask for a sample assessment or penetration-test report with client details removed.
  3. Check experience with your industry’s rules (for example HIPAA, PCI DSS or CMMC).
  4. Ask what the firm does in the first hour of an incident, and whether that is in the contract.
  5. Ask for two or three references from clients of your size and industry, and call them.
  6. 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 Waco: frequently asked questions

Who is the best cybersecurity company in Waco?

By IFR Score, the highest-ranked cybersecurity company in Waco, TX is Lean On Me I.T. with an IFR Score of 59/100. It has 5.0★ from 66 Google reviews. It is open evenings. Justice IT Consulting (#2) and PCD Cyber - Computer Repair & Full Service IT Solutions (#3) follow. We ranked 33 cybersecurity companies on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many cybersecurity companies are there in Waco?

ITFirmsRanked ranks 33 cybersecurity companies serving Waco, TX. 5 of them are based in Waco; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 75 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

Which cybersecurity companies in Waco work on weekends?

9 of 33 ranked cybersecurity companies post Saturday hours and 5 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Justice IT Consulting (#2), Netguru Solutions (#6) and Meika IT Security Consultants,LLC (#12). Posted hours are office hours; many firms also run an after-hours support line for contract clients.

What Google rating do Waco cybersecurity companies have?

The median Google rating among 33 rated cybersecurity companies in Waco is 5.0★, with a median of 10 reviews. Lighthouse IT has the most, 81 reviews, and ranks #4. 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 Waco count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 75 mi of the Waco city center, 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 Waco 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 Waco

  1. November 2026: IFR Scores recalculated for 33 cybersecurity companies serving Waco.