Compuquip Cybersecurity

Security operations teams are under constant pressure. Every day, they’re faced with a flood of alerts most of which are low-severity, repetitive, or false positives. While necessary to investigate, these distractions drain valuable analyst time and slow response to the real threats that matter.That’s where the SOC Triage Agent, the first release in our new CQ Blue AI series, comes in.

Security at an Inflection Point Cybersecurity is no longer about defending the perimeter—it’s about defending against a relentless, adaptive adversary who already uses automation and AI to attack at scale. At Black Hat 2025, the message was clear: the future SOC will be AI-driven, and organizations that fail to evolve risk being outpaced by both attackers and competitors. But with so much noise in the marketplace, CISOs and IT leaders face a critical challenge: how to future-proof their security operations without wasting budget on hype or locking into rigid platforms that won’t scale.That’s where the concept of the AI-driven Managed SOC comes into focus—a model that blends AI security solutions, automation architecture, and human expertise into a continuous, adaptive, and business-aligned defense capability.c

AI-First SOCs Will Dominate the Conversation If you’ve attended enough industry conferences, you know the cycle: big hype, flashy vendor booths, and new buzzwords that fade before the next fiscal year.   Black Hat 2025 was different. This year, the buzz wasn’t just about “AI” in the abstract – it was about multi-agent AI SOCs in production environments.The concept is simple: instead of a single AI “brain,” a SOC runs multiple specialized AI agents, each focused on a specific function—investigation, correlation, response, compliance logging and working together like a well-drilled incident response team. It’s not just about replacing repetitive analyst tasks. The message from keynote stages, technical labs, and private briefings was unanimous:   – AI agents are here to enhance, not replace, human expertise.

The cybersecurity industry is heading to Las Vegas for Black Hat 2025 and the spotlight is firmly on artificial intelligence. As AI becomes deeply embedded in security operations, this year’s conference promises to move beyond the hype and into actionable conversations. At Compuquip, we’re watching three emerging trends that will define the next wave of AI-driven cyber defense.

Faster Isn’t Enough—Incident Response Needs to Be Smarter Speed is critical in cybersecurity—but it’s not the only variable. Many organizations focus on reducing mean time to detect (MTTD) and mean time to respond (MTTR), but still struggle with disjointed processes, alert fatigue, and post-breach confusion.The problem isn’t just the tools—it’s how threats are triaged and acted upon.This is where artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the game. When AI is embedded into a modern Managed SOC, incident response becomes not only faster, but smarter and more coordinated. Instead of chasing alerts and waiting for escalation, your security operations become a tightly integrated system—where AI handles the noise, and humans focus on decisions that matter.If you’re still measuring your response in hours or days, not minutes, the shift to AI-enabled incident response inside a Managed SOC could be your biggest performance multiplier.

At Compuquip, we believe real transformation starts with leadership. In January 2025, we welcomed Todd Davis as our new Vice President of Sales. Todd brings decades of experience leading high-performing, growth-oriented sales teams — and knows how to create a culture that drives both results and relationships.At Compuquip, his mission is to drive growth by creating a team that’s not just productive, but purpose-driven.Key priorities include: Simplifying the Sales Process: Making it easier for clients to get the value they need, faster. Aligning Around Culture: Building a collaborative, accountable, high-energy environment focused on results. Fueling Strategic Growth: Identifying and seizing new opportunities to expand how we serve and support our customers. We’re already seeing the difference — in mindset, in momentum, and in the market.With Todd leading our sales strategy, Compuquip is creating a more agile, aligned, and customer-focused sales organization. His leadership is already reshaping how we connect with clients and drive value.

 AI Isn’t Replacing Your SOC—It’s Making It Smarter Security operations centers (SOCs) are the nerve centers of cyber defense—but in most organizations, they’re overwhelmed. Analysts are flooded with alerts, investigations are delayed, and response times are dangerously slow. That’s why modern security leaders are shifting to AI-enabled, fully Managed SOCs.When AI-powered threat intelligence is embedded into the Managed SOC model, it doesn’t just speed things up—it transforms how security is delivered. It helps analysts make better decisions, reduces false positives, and provides the real-time context needed to act with precision. If your business is scaling or facing increasingly complex threats, AI-managed security isn’t just an upgrade. It’s a redefinition of what your SOC can do.

Strategic growth requires a rock-solid financial foundation. That’s why in January 2024, we welcomed Damien DeJesus as our Chief Financial Officer. Damien brings deep experience in guiding organizations through complex growth and transformation while ensuring sound financial strategy, operational rigor, and long-term value creation.As Compuquip expands, it’s critical that our financial strategies support long-term innovation and operational excellence. Our CFO brings the expertise and vision to:   Strengthen Financial Management: Implementing smarter cost controls, forecasting, and strategic planning. Support Cross-Functional Decision-Making: Partnering across departments to provide financial insight where it matters most. Drive Growth-Focused Investments: Ensuring resources go where they deliver maximum impact — today and in the future. Even more important than their credentials is his leadership style: transparent, collaborative, and focused on accountability — a perfect cultural fit as we elevate how we work.With Damien at the financial helm, Compuquip is building on a stable foundation — with the clarity, confidence, and discipline needed to invest in long-term success. His impact is already being felt across the organization.

Cybersecurity Needs a Smarter Edge Threats are evolving faster than most security teams can handle. From AI-generated phishing to polymorphic malware, attackers are using automation, scale, and speed to outmaneuver legacy defenses. Traditional cybersecurity tools weren’t built for this reality—and that’s exactly why AI security solutions are now essential. As a managed security provider aligned with the world’s most advanced cybersecurity manufacturers, we’ve seen firsthand how AI-managed security is no longer just a benefit—it’s a business-critical necessity.

At Compuquip, service delivery is at the core of everything we do. Since joining us in September 2024, Kim Sullivan has been instrumental in helping us prepare for the next stage of growth. Kim brings a wealth of experience in scaling high-performing service organizations and building operations that deliver both efficiency and exceptional customer outcomes. Kim brings a strong track record of leading high-growth service teams, driving efficiency, and building systems that elevate the customer experience.  With their leadership, we’re focused on: Strengthening Service Delivery: Scaling operations to deliver faster, more consistent, and more impactful outcomes for our clients. Enhancing Customer Experience: Embedding a culture of success at every touchpoint, not just meeting expectations — but exceeding them. Driving Internal Alignment: Simplifying how teams work together to increase focus, agility, and results. Already, the impact is being felt. Teams are aligning around shared goals, service quality is climbing, and we’re doubling down on the tools and talent needed for the next chapter.With Kim at the helm of service delivery, Compuquip is better positioned than ever to scale with excellence and deepen the impact we have on our clients. We’re proud of the progress we’ve already made — and even more excited about the road ahead.