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PSM Partners

Name: PSM Partners
Address: 209 W Jackson Boulevard, Chicago, IL, 60606, US
Telephone: +13129407830

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PSM Partners is a technology consulting firm and talent sourcing company located in Chicago. We are looking for people who want to grow a business together.

Porcaro Stolarek Mete Partners, LLC (PSM) is a business and technology consultancy located in downtown Chicago. We focus our business strategy efforts on strategy development and strategy ex*****on for firms under 500 million in revenue. Our technology consulting offerings center around getting small and mid-sized businesses to the cloud, managed services and IT strategy consulting. PSM also has a carrier services group that brokers voice and data services for our clients. PSM is focused on long-term relationships with our clients, career growth and the best corporate culture for our employees and long-term sustainability. If you are interested in a long-term career with Partner attainment potential, please contact myself or one of my Partners.

10/19/2026

Cyber Tip of the Week: Ransomware Goes Beyond Encryption

Ransomware attacks aren't just about locking files anymore. Cybercriminals are increasingly stealing sensitive data, threatening to expose it, and using multiple forms of extortion to pressure organizations into paying.

How can your organization reduce its risk?
- Maintain secure, regularly tested backups.
- Keep systems and software updated.
- Limit user access to only what's necessary.
- Monitor for suspicious activity before threats escalate.

Modern ransomware requires a proactive approach to cybersecurity.

At PSM Partners, we help organizations strengthen their security posture, identify vulnerabilities, and build resilience against evolving threats.

10/15/2026

Is MFA Being Enforced Across Your Organization?

One of the cybersecurity gaps we're seeing in business environments is the lack of enforced multi-factor authentication (MFA).

Without MFA, a compromised password could be all a threat actor needs to gain unauthorized access to your systems.

As part of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Nathan Banuelos, Junior Engagement Manager at PSM Partners, shares why enforcing MFA is a critical step in protecting your organization's identities, data, and systems.

Don't leave your environment vulnerable. Reach out to PSM Partners today to assess your security posture and identify potential gaps before attackers exploit them.

10/14/2026

What happens when cybercriminals don't need to hack their way into your business because they already have the credentials to log in?

Stolen passwords, compromised accounts, and sophisticated phishing attacks can give cybercriminals access to critical business systems without triggering traditional warning signs.

For Week 2 of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we're focusing on The Login Is the New Front Door and why protecting employee identities is just one piece of a stronger cybersecurity strategy.

From securing user access to protecting devices, networks, and cloud environments, businesses need multiple layers of defense to stay ahead of evolving threats.

In our latest blog, we explore network, endpoint, and cloud security, highlighting how these three essential areas of cybersecurity work together to protect your organization.

Think Before You Trust. Is your business protected at every layer?
Read more: https://hubs.la/Q04B7hDg0

10/13/2026

What if a cybercriminal could access your account without ever knowing your password?

Most businesses focus on protecting passwords and requiring multi-factor authentication (MFA). But attackers are increasingly targeting something else: active login sessions.

Through techniques like session hijacking, cybercriminals can steal authentication tokens that allow users to stay signed in to applications like Microsoft 365. If those tokens are compromised, attackers may be able to impersonate legitimate users and access business systems without triggering another MFA prompt.

For Week 2 of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we're highlighting why The Login Is the New Front Door.

Protecting your organization requires more than securing passwords. Businesses should also consider device security, conditional access policies, session monitoring, and phishing-resistant authentication to reduce the risk of unauthorized access.

Because attackers don't always need to break in. Sometimes, they can take over an existing session.

Think Before You Trust.

PSM Partners helps businesses strengthen identity and access security to better protect employees, sensitive data, and critical systems.

10/12/2026

Cyber Tip of the Week: Verify Before You Trust

AI is making phishing and impersonation scams more convincing than ever. Messages can look polished, sound familiar, and even appear to come from someone you know.

If you receive an unexpected request for credentials, sensitive information, money, or urgent action, verify it through a separate, trusted channel before responding.

A few extra seconds to confirm a request can prevent a much bigger security issue.

Looking to strengthen your organization’s cybersecurity strategy? PSM Partners can help you identify risks, strengthen your defenses, and better prepare your team for today’s evolving threats.

Learn more: https://hubs.la/Q04zWbzs0

10/09/2026

AI is making it easier for cybercriminals to create convincing messages, impersonate trusted contacts, and make suspicious requests look legitimate.

That means the warning signs employees once relied on may not always be obvious.

For Week 1 of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Todd Rabideau, brings back an important reminder: Escalate When in Doubt.

If an email, message, login request, or interaction feels unusual, you don't have to determine whether it's a cyberattack on your own. Stop. Verify. Escalate.

A quick question to your IT or security team could prevent a much bigger problem.

10/08/2026

We’re excited to congratulate Annie Picken on her well-deserved promotion to Practice Lead, Incident Response at PSM Partners!

Since joining PSM in 2025, Annie has made a meaningful impact through her leadership, professionalism, and commitment to both our team and our clients. She consistently steps up in complex situations, takes ownership, and brings a thoughtful, collaborative approach to everything she does.

Greg Schrenker, Practice Manager, Incident Response, shares: “Annie’s dedication to the mission is evident in everything she does and is undoubtedly shaped by her service as a First Sergeant in the Air National Guard. The commitment, accountability, and servant leadership she brings to PSM, combined with her professionalism and genuine kindness, have helped our Incident Response and Restoration practice flourish. When you have people like Annie Picken on your team, talented people want to work with you, and clients want to work with your organization.”

Congratulations, Annie! We’re excited to see you take on this next chapter at PSM.

10/07/2026

AI is making it harder to tell what’s real online.

Phishing messages are becoming more convincing, impersonation attempts are getting harder to recognize, and AI-generated voice and deepfake content can make a fraudulent request appear to come from someone you trust.

So, what should you do when you’re not sure? Escalate when in doubt.
If an email, message, call, or request feels unusual, urgent, or unexpected, take a moment before acting. Verify the request through a trusted channel and report anything suspicious to your IT or security team.

You don’t need to be a cybersecurity expert to help protect your organization. Knowing when to stop, question, and escalate can be one of your strongest defenses.

For Cybersecurity Awareness Month, learn more about recognizing online threats and the everyday steps you can take to stay protected.

Read more: https://hubs.la/Q04zwTVp0

10/05/2026

10/02/2026

PSM Partners is heading to Dallas for the AVANT Special Forces Summit 2026, October 6–8!

Andrew Martin will be representing PSM and connecting with Trusted Advisors, technology providers, and industry leaders from across the channel.

We’re looking forward to conversations around evolving technology needs, stronger partnerships, and how PSM can help organizations navigate what’s next.

If you’ll be at Special Forces Summit, let’s connect.
Book a meeting with Andrew: [email protected]/s/EUfB4pl1w02tTYA4GNQU7g2?ismsaljsauthenabled" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://bookings.cloud.microsoft/book/[email protected]/s/EUfB4pl1w02tTYA4GNQU7g2?ismsaljsauthenabled

Address

209 W Jackson Boulevard
Chicago, IL
60606

Opening Hours

Monday	7:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	7:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	7:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday	7:30am - 5:30pm
Friday	7:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+13129407830

Website

https://www.psmpartners.com/

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