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Brite vs Defendify

Brite offers managed IT and cybersecurity services through its BriteStar and BriteProtect offerings, and public safety technology for first responders and municipalities. Defendify sells a cybersecurity platform designed for IT teams. CISO Tribune files both under Managed security service providers and Security awareness training. This page sets the two records side by side: what each sells, where it is based, who owns and funds it, the customers it names and its recent news, each fact numbered to its source.

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  • Brite
  • Defendify
Brite vs Defendify: Products, Customers and Funding Compared
BriteBrite offers managed IT and cybersecurity services through its BriteStar and BriteProtect offerings, and public safety technology for first responders and municipalities.brite.comDefendifyDefendify sells a cybersecurity platform designed for IT teams.defendify.com
What it sells
  • BriteStar[4]A full-service, US-based 24/7 managed IT service for companies across the country.
  • BriteProtect[4][9][10]A 24/7 managed security offering delivered by US-based Brite employees.
  • Zero Trust[3][4]A service for implementing a zero trust model.
  • Penetration Testing[9]Penetration testing offered as a service in basic and advanced tiers.
  • Phishing Simulations[1][5]Ongoing, automated, unannounced phishing email campaigns that test a team's reflexes.
  • Cybersecurity Service Warranty[1]Up to $1,000,000 in financial assistance for qualified cyber events.
Categories
Headquarters
Victor, United States[2][6][7]Not stated on its pages
Founded
1983[2][6]Not stated on its pages
Ownership and funding
Owned by Sole Source Capital since 2026[2][5][6][7]Not stated on its pages
Named customers
Not stated on its pagesNot stated on its pages
Recent news
Not stated on its pages
  • August 11, 2026Defendify was named to the Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private companies for the third consecutive year.[12]
G2 and Gartner Peer Insights
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  • Gartner Peer Insights: Not stated on its pages
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Who it fits
From its own pages, Brite sells mainly to businesses and organizations of all types that need IT, cybersecurity, and public safety solutions. Its public safety technology is directed at first responders and municipalities. Public safety organizations are offered help designing a total package for their vehicles, investigative needs, and security needs. BriteStar is a managed IT service for companies across the country. Brite has local customers in the Syracuse, Buffalo, and Rochester areas.Defendify states that it makes stronger cybersecurity possible for all organizations. Its partner program is designed for MSPs, MSSPs, VARs, GRC, security integrators, systems contractors, consultants, and industry associations and organizations. Defendify is a software as a service product, and discounts may be available for certain groups, such as non-profit organizations and associations. Defendify states that some customers continue to use products from other providers while some aim to streamline vendors and transition more fully to Defendify.
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November 6, 2026November 11, 2026

Where they overlap

  • Managed security service providers is the primary category of both Brite and Defendify; both are also filed under Security awareness training.

Where they differ, field by field

  • Brite is also filed under EDR and XDR and Penetration testing and red team services. Defendify is also filed under Vulnerability management and MDR and managed SOC.
  • Brite lists BriteStar, BriteProtect, Zero Trust and Penetration Testing. Defendify lists Phishing Simulations and Cybersecurity Service Warranty.
  • Brite is headquartered in Victor, United States.
  • Brite was founded in 1983.
  • Brite is owned by Sole Source Capital, since 2026.

How they differ

CISO Tribune files Brite under Managed security service providers as its primary category, and also under EDR and XDR, Penetration testing and red team services, and Security awareness training. CISO Tribune files Defendify under Managed security service providers as its primary category, along with Security awareness training, Vulnerability management, and MDR and managed SOC. Brite sells BriteStar, a managed IT service, and BriteProtect, a 24/7 managed security offering that either manages an existing SIEM or includes one. Brite also sells Zero Trust implementation and penetration testing in basic and advanced tiers, and it offers public safety technology for first responders and municipalities. Defendify sells a software as a service platform with 13 modules across three layers of security, including phishing simulations, vulnerability scanning, and 24/7 monitoring and response by cybersecurity experts. Defendify also sells a Cybersecurity Service Warranty that provides up to $1,000,000 in financial assistance for qualified cyber events.

Both companies offer managed security and awareness-related services, but Brite pairs them with managed IT and public safety technology, while Defendify packages its modules into a single platform. Brite is headquartered in Victor, United States, and was founded in 1983. Brite has been owned by Sole Source Capital since 2026. Defendify runs a partner program designed for MSPs, MSSPs, VARs, and consultants, and it rebranded from Launch Security.

Brite announced the acquisition of Xobee Networks, a Fresno, California-based provider of managed IT and cybersecurity services. On August 11, 2026, Defendify was named to the Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private companies for the third consecutive year.

What it sells: Brite

What BriteStar does[4]
BriteStar is a full-service, US-based 24/7 managed IT service that protects and manages IT infrastructures for companies across the country. BriteStar covers unlimited help desk, proactive support, advanced cyber defense, and strategic recommendations. BriteStar includes 24/7 monitoring, unlimited help desk assistance, and complete cybersecurity defense.
What BriteProtect does[4][9][10]
BriteProtect offers 24/7 expert-managed services by US-based Brite employees. The BriteProtect service is offered to manage an existing SIEM or includes a SIEM. BriteProtect includes managed compliance services that keep an organization audit-ready and compliant with cyber regulations.
What Penetration Testing does[9]
Brite's penetration testing services simulate real-world attacks to help identify and address potential security weaknesses. Brite offers penetration testing as a service in basic and advanced tiers.

What it sells: Defendify

What Phishing Simulations does[1][5]
Defendify runs ongoing, automated, unannounced phishing email campaigns to test teams' reflexes. Those who take the bait are spot trained at the point of failure, and regular reporting helps to gauge retention and monitor training performance.
What Cybersecurity Service Warranty does[1]
The Defendify Cybersecurity Service Warranty provides up to $1,000,000 in financial assistance for qualified cyber events. The Defendify Cybersecurity Service Warranty is subject to terms and qualifying customers.

Questions about Brite and Defendify

What do Brite and Defendify sell?
Brite sells BriteStar, BriteProtect, Zero Trust and Penetration Testing. Defendify sells Phishing Simulations and Cybersecurity Service Warranty.
Are Brite and Defendify in the same category?
Yes. Managed security service providers is the primary category of both on CISO Tribune.
Where are Brite and Defendify headquartered?
Brite is headquartered in Victor, United States.
When were Brite and Defendify founded?
Brite was founded in 1983.
Who owns Brite and Defendify?
Brite is owned by Sole Source Capital, since 2026.
Who are Brite and Defendify sold to?
From its own pages, Brite sells mainly to businesses and organizations of all types that need IT, cybersecurity, and public safety solutions. Defendify states that it makes stronger cybersecurity possible for all organizations.
What have Brite and Defendify announced recently?
August 11, 2026: Defendify was named to the Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private companies for the third consecutive year.

About Brite

Brite offers managed IT and cybersecurity services through its BriteStar and BriteProtect offerings, and public safety technology for first responders and municipalities. Brite was originally founded in 1983 as a custom computer manufacturer in Rochester, NY. Brite works within IT services, cybersecurity, and public safety technology. Brite is headquartered in upstate New York and has satellite branches nationwide, including the New York City metro area, Utah, and South Carolina. Brite is based in Victor, NY. Brite is backed by Sole Source Capital LLC. Brite announced the acquisition of Xobee Networks, a Fresno, California-based provider of managed IT and cybersecurity services.[3][4]

BriteStar is a full-service, US-based 24/7 managed IT service that protects and manages IT infrastructures for companies across the country. BriteStar includes 24/7 monitoring, unlimited help desk assistance, and complete cybersecurity defense. BriteStar covers unlimited help desk, proactive support, advanced cyber defense, and strategic recommendations. Brite's proactive approach includes patch management, risk assessments, and policy implementation. Brite offers backup and recovery solutions that ensure the integrity of data, availability of operations, and access to systems when disaster strikes. Brite offers IT consulting with dedicated consultants, regular optimization assessments, and IT budget roadmapping.[4]

Brite offers management, migration, and optimization services for Microsoft environments. Brite offers Azure migration services. Brite offers Apple device management capabilities through Apple Business Manager (ABM) and Microsoft Intune. Brite's deployment services draw on certified engineers and project management specialists.[8][9]

BriteProtect offers 24/7 expert-managed services by US-based Brite employees. The BriteProtect service is offered to manage an existing SIEM or includes a SIEM. BriteProtect includes managed compliance services that keep an organization audit-ready and compliant with cyber regulations. Brite provides an Open XDR platform with 24/7 protection provided by US-based experts. Brite's managed security services work with existing security investments while Brite detects, responds to, and neutralizes cyber threats in real-time. Brite's SOC solutions monitor, manage, and respond to threats before they escalate into incidents. Brite uses an integrated, AI-powered security stack across its SOC, endpoint protection, email security, and data loss prevention.[3][4][8][9][10]

Brite offers penetration testing as a service in basic and advanced tiers. Brite's penetration testing services simulate real-world attacks to help identify and address potential security weaknesses. Brite offers data discovery, data protection, and data loss prevention services. Brite offers Email Security solutions with advanced threat detection, encryption, spam filtering, and phishing protection. Brite offers Identity Access Management (IAM), Privileged Account Management (PAM), and Identity Governance Administration (IGA) consulting programs. Brite perimeter security uses protection systems that monitor traffic and watch for unusual patterns. Brite offers point-in-time discovery or continuous inventory management for asset visibility. Brite reviews a customer's current cybersecurity infrastructure and creates a tailored roadmap. Brite offers adaptive cybersecurity education and behavior-driven processes for organizations.[3][8][9]

Brite brings rugged computing, in-vehicle video, communications, fleet management, and other public safety technologies together into a connected ecosystem. Brite has over 25 years of experience providing and supporting public safety technology. Brite helps public safety organizations design a total package for their vehicles, their investigative needs, and their security needs.

Brite provides IT, cybersecurity, and public safety solutions to all types of businesses and organizations. Brite provides technology services and solutions for local customers in the Syracuse, Buffalo, and Rochester areas. Brite has expanded its customer base to all 50 U.S. states, including branches in NYC, Salt Lake City, and Charleston.[1][3][4][8]

Brite on the record

Sources

Brite full record

  1. [1]AboutBrite · brite.com · undated page, accessed November 6, 2026 · Tier A
  2. [2]Sole Source Capital Acquires Brite a Cybersecurity Managed Services ProviderBusiness Wire · businesswire.com · published January 12, 2026 · Tier A
  3. [3]brite.comBrite · brite.com · undated page, accessed November 6, 2026 · Tier A
  4. [4]Managed Services | BriteBrite · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A
  5. [5]Brite | Managed IT, Cybersecurity, & Public Safety TechBrite · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A
  6. [6]About Us | BriteBrite · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A
  7. [7]Our Service Areas | BriteBrite · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A
  8. [8]Cybersecurity Technology Solutions | BriteBrite · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A
  9. [9]Cybersecurity Consulting Services | BriteBrite · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A
  10. [10]Top 5 Security Projects of 2019 | BriteBrite · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A

Defendify full record

  1. [1]defendify.comDefendify · defendify.com · undated page, accessed November 11, 2026 · Tier A
  2. [2]All-In-One Cybersecurity® Platform | DefendifyDefendify · undated page, accessed November 11, 2026 · Tier A
  3. [3]Company | DefendifyDefendify · undated page, accessed November 11, 2026 · Tier A
  4. [4]Layered Security | DefendifyDefendify · undated page, accessed November 11, 2026 · Tier A
  5. [5]Pricing | DefendifyDefendify · undated page, accessed November 11, 2026 · Tier A
  6. [6]Stay Ahead of a Cyber Attack with Detection & Response | DefendifyDefendify · undated page, accessed November 11, 2026 · Tier A
  7. [7]Reinforce Cybersecurity Awareness with Policies & Training | DefendifyDefendify · undated page, accessed November 11, 2026 · Tier A
  8. [8]Defendify Essentials Package | DefendifyDefendify · undated page, accessed November 11, 2026 · Tier A
  9. [9]Cybersecurity Service Warranty | DefendifyDefendify · undated page, accessed November 11, 2026 · Tier A
  10. [10]Partner Program | DefendifyDefendify · undated page, accessed November 11, 2026 · Tier A
  11. [11]Security | DefendifyDefendify · undated page, accessed November 11, 2026 · Tier A
  12. [12]Defendify Earns Third Straight Inc. 5000 Honor by Making Enterprise-Grade Cybersecurity Accessible to All OrganizationsDefendify · published August 11, 2026 · Tier A

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