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Best Cybersecurity Companies in Washington, IL (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Washington: Empowering Technology Solutions of Bloomington, IL, IFR Score 63/100; 5.0★ from 31 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 3

    Most-reviewed: Trusted IT, 290 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 28 ranked; ranked #3.

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

28 Washington cybersecurity companies are ranked here by IFR Score, from nine published factors. 6 open Saturdays and 6 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 28 rated IT firms.

Most of this list also appears on the Cybersecurity companies in Peoria ranking. See Cybersecurity companies in Peoria

Top 10 cybersecurity companies in Washington at a glance

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

Top 10 cybersecurity companies in Washington at a glance
RankBusinessIFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Empowering Technology Solutions of Bloomington, IL635.0★ (31)Bloomington, 29 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Martin Tech Solutions, LLC575.0★ (167)Washington——
3Trusted IT575.0★ (290)Champaign, 73 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews
4Facet Technologies, Inc. | Facet Tech544.7★ (106)Peoria, 13 mi away——
5Peoria IT Computer Services544.6★ (68)Peoria, 12 mi awaySat—
6Advanced Computing534.8★ (94)Normal, 27 mi away——
7The Forgers525.0★ (35)Morton, 7 mi away——
8HUGO CONNECT | IT Services, IT Support & Cybersecurity Firm525.0★ (8)Albany Park, 62 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9PC Electronics inc514.7★ (159)Springfield, 65 mi away——
10Heart Technologies, Inc.514.7★ (31)East Peoria, 7 mi away——

The 28 best cybersecurity companies in Washington, 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 Washington

    #1 Empowering Technology Solutions of Bloomington, IL

    Based in Bloomington, 29 mi away

    63/100IFR Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer security service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 31 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    131 N Williamsburg Dr, Bloomington, IL 61704
    View profile for Empowering Technology Solutions of Bloomington, IL(702) 874-3767

  3. #3 Trusted IT

    Based in Champaign, 73 mi away

    57/100IFR Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 290 Google reviews, the most in Washington.

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

    • 5.0★ from 290 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 7 AM–9 PM
    Address
    206 N Randolph St, Champaign, IL 61820
    View profile for Trusted IT(217) 417-6325

  6. #6 Advanced Computing

    Based in Normal, 27 mi away

    53/100IFR Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 94 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 94 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1540 E College Ave #10b, Normal, IL 61761
    View profile for Advanced Computing(309) 454-5152

  7. #7 The Forgers

    Based in Morton, 7 mi away

    52/100IFR Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    121 W Jefferson St Ste D, Morton, IL 61550
    View profile for The Forgers(309) 802-0027

  9. #9 PC Electronics inc

    Based in Springfield, 65 mi away

    51/100IFR Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 159 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 159 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1314 S MacArthur Blvd, Springfield, IL 62704
    View profile for PC Electronics inc(217) 698-1422

  11. #11 Pearl Technology

    Based in North Peoria, 9 mi away

    51/100IFR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 29 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 29 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1003 E Toledo Ave, Peoria Heights, IL 61616
    View profile for Pearl Technology(309) 473-8435

  13. #13 Any IT support LLC

    Based in Peoria, 11 mi away

    49/100IFR Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 11 AM–7 PM · Sat closed · Sun 1 PM–5 PM
    Address
    2139 SW Adams St, Peoria, IL 61602
    View profile for Any IT support LLC(309) 340-1364

  16. #16 CDS Office Technologies

    Based in Springfield, 64 mi away

    47/100IFR Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 37 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 37 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    612 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL 62703
    View profile for CDS Office Technologies(217) 528-8936

  18. #18 TimbukTech, Inc.

    Based in Washington

    47/100IFR Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.

    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
    114 Washington Square, Washington, IL 61571
    View profile for TimbukTech, Inc.(309) 444-7263

  19. #19 Mdcomputers

    Based in Bloomington, 27 mi away

    46/100IFR Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer repair service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    View profile for Mdcomputers(309) 261-8290

  20. #20 TimbukTech, Inc.

    Based in Canton, 33 mi away

    46/100IFR Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.2★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer consultant”.

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

    • 4.2★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1600 E Chestnut St, Canton, IL 61520
    View profile for TimbukTech, Inc.(309) 647-7269

  21. #21 dr. megabyte

    Based in Morris, 69 mi away

    46/100IFR Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 21 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 21 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    805 Liberty St, Morris, IL 60450
    View profile for dr. megabyte(815) 941-0344

  22. #22 YourTechie

    Based in Bettendorf, 75 mi away

    45/100IFR Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer repair service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    View profile for YourTechie(563) 284-2424

  23. #23 Your IT

    Based in Fox Lake, 44 mi away

    45/100IFR Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.5★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer repair service”.

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

    • 4.5★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 12 AM–12 AM · Sat–Sun closed
    View profile for Your IT(815) 200-8585

  24. #24 Aveyo Technologies Inc.

    Based in Normal, 27 mi away

    45/100IFR Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.

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

    • 4.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    211 Landmark Dr, Normal, IL 61761
    View profile for Aveyo Technologies Inc.(866) 952-8396

How we ranked Washington cybersecurity companies

We scored 28 Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington: frequently asked questions

Who is the best cybersecurity company in Washington?

By IFR Score, the highest-ranked cybersecurity company in Washington, IL is Empowering Technology Solutions of Bloomington, IL with an IFR Score of 63/100. It has 5.0★ from 31 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Martin Tech Solutions, LLC (#2) and Trusted IT (#3) follow. We ranked 28 cybersecurity companies on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many cybersecurity companies are there in Washington?

ITFirmsRanked ranks 28 cybersecurity companies serving Washington, IL. 2 of them are based in Washington; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Counts are as of November 2026.

Which cybersecurity companies in Washington work on weekends?

6 of 28 ranked cybersecurity companies post Saturday hours and 6 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Empowering Technology Solutions of Bloomington, IL (#1), Trusted IT (#3) and Peoria IT Computer Services (#5). Posted hours are office hours; many firms also run an after-hours support line for contract clients.

What Google rating do Washington cybersecurity companies have?

The median Google rating among 28 rated cybersecurity companies in Washington is 5.0★, with a median of 15 reviews. Trusted IT has the most, 290 reviews, and ranks #3. 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 Washington count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 75 mi of the Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington

  1. November 2026: IFR Scores recalculated for 28 cybersecurity companies serving Washington.

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