Why Guardantix
Guardantix is an operator-first fractional executive firm. We run programs and own outcomes, not just recommendations. We bring situation expertise to companies at inflection points, with industry fluency across MSP, healthcare, PE, and professional services.
What Makes Guardantix Different
Operator-First Delivery
We run programs, fix operations, and ship measurable outcomes. Most consultants deliver recommendations and move on. We build and operate until your team can take over.
Guardantix Service Framework
Five distinct offers create natural entry points and progression. Start with a conversation, diagnose with a project, build with embedded leadership, optimize with ongoing strategy.
Situation Expertise, Industry Fluency
Deep experience across inflection points: scaling ($15M to $50M), transactions (40+ deals, 8 integrations), and external scrutiny (HIPAA, SOC 2, enterprise sales). Industry fluency provides context.
Guardantix OS
Playbooks, SOPs, KPIs, dashboards, and governance rhythms. Every engagement improves the system and increases leverage. You benefit from what we’ve built across all clients.
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The Guardantix Service Framework
Five offers, one systematic approach. See how engagement levels match to situations.
For MSPs & MSSPs
I’ve held your seat. CIO/CISO at a PE-backed MSP, scaled from $15M to $50M, built a $5M security practice.
For Healthcare Providers
Patient care can’t stop, but neither can the compliance clock. HIPAA, cyber insurance, PE roll-ups.
For PE & Portfolio Companies
Done diligence on 40+ deals, integrated 8 acquisitions. I know what kills deals and where the landmines are.
For Professional Services
Law firms, CPAs, advisory practices. Enterprise clients want SOC 2. Cyber insurance wants controls.
Philadelphia & Delaware Valley
Based in Philadelphia, serving companies nationally. Local relationships, national reach.
Meet the Operator
Rick Passero is the founder and principal at Guardantix. Former CISO and CIO of a PE-backed MSP platform, where he scaled operations from $15M to $50M revenue, built a $5M security practice, and integrated eight acquisitions. CISSP, CCSP, SSCP, Security+ certified. 2,000+ clients protected across healthcare, financial services, and professional services.
He brings the perspective of someone who’s held the seat, not just advised from outside.
See If There’s Fit
The Operator’s Take is a complimentary 20-30 minute conversation. I’ll give you a senior-level read on your situation and help you understand whether Guardantix is the right fit.
