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ShorePoint Profiled in Washington Business Journal

While the cyber contractor was largely shielded from the crisis, it now contends with the return-to-office conundrum

By Carten Cordell, Staff Reporter
Jul 22, 2021

Edging closer to the final chapters of the Covid pandemic, Matt Brown is busy strategizing for the future.

The CEO of ShorePoint Inc., a Herndon cybersecurity services company, has weathered most of the business effects of the global crisis because it sits at the center of an essential service for a number of federal agency customers. And its offerings only became more critical following the Biden administration’s first cyber features like multifactor authentication, data encryption and zero-trust architectures.

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ShorePoint Awarded $300 Million U.S. Department of Education Cybersecurity BPA

Washington, DC – July 28, 2021

ShorePoint Inc., a cybersecurity services company that protects customers’ critical assets from cyber threats, today announced it was awarded a five-year $300 million blanket purchase agreement (BPA) to provide cybersecurity and support services to the U.S. Department of Education (DoED) Office of Federal Student Aid.

“We are excited at the opportunity to provide services for the DoED Chief Information Officer and Office of Federal Student Aid toward building resilience against evolving cyber threats,” said Matt Brown, co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of ShorePoint. “Our educational institutions, at all levels, are the lifeblood of our nation’s ability to compete globally. We look forward to a successful collaboration to achieve lower risk, maximize cyber resilience and drive efficiency on behalf of the people and programs served by this vital federal agency that promotes student achievement through educational excellence and the assurance of equal access.”

The BPA will provide cybersecurity and privacy support services for the implementation of cybersecurity policies, IT enterprise infrastructure protection, and the protection of sensitive data. Other areas of support covered by the contract include cybersecurity risk management and compliance; information systems security services; cybersecurity operations; software capability operations and maintenance; security architecture support; security engineering; and continuous diagnostics and mitigation.

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Launched in 2017, ShorePoint is committed to driving positive change in the community and for its clients. The company continuously invests in and promotes professional and technical growth for each employee to remain on the forefront of cybersecurity best practices. ShorePoint offers clients unmatched cybersecurity experience in federal civilian, defense, and intelligence communities, as well as commercial support in technology financial and healthcare industries.

ShorePoint Earns ‘Great Place to Work’ Certification™ for Third Consecutive Year

WASHINGTON  – May 21, 2021

ShorePoint Inc., a cybersecurity services company that protects customers’ critical assets from cyber threats, today announced it has earned the Great Place to Work® certification for the third year in a row, with 98 percent of employees reporting positive views of ShorePoint’s workplace culture, compared to 59 percent of employees at the average U.S. company.

Great Place to Work® is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience, and leadership behaviors proven to deliver market-leading revenue, employee retention and increased innovation.

“Great Place to Work Certification isn’t something that comes easily; it takes ongoing dedication to the employee experience,” said Sarah Lewis-Kulin, vice president of global recognition at Great Place to Work. “It’s the only official recognition determined by employees’ real-time reports of their company culture. Earning this designation means that ShorePoint is one of the best companies to work for in the country.”
According to Great Place to Work research, job seekers are 4.5 times more likely to find a great boss at a Certified great workplace. Additionally, employees at Certified workplaces are 93% more likely to look forward to coming to work, and are twice as likely to be paid fairly, and have a fair chance at promotion.

“We are proud of the reputation we have earned as a great place to work and are committed to empowering our team,” said Matt Brown, ShorePoint co-founder and Chief Executive Officer. “ShorePoint will continue to celebrate individual success and remain passionate about sustaining an environment that supports creativity, accountability, diversity, inclusion, and a focus on giving back to our community.”

ShorePoint, Inc. Earns ISO 9001:2015 Certification by global certification body NQA

WASHINGTON  – April 28, 2021

ShorePoint Inc., a cybersecurity services company that protects customers’ critical assets from cyber threats, today announced it has earned ISO 9001:2015 certification, demonstrating the ability to consistently provide services and solutions that meet customer and regulatory requirements.

Awarded by global certification body NQA, ISO 9001 is the internationally-recognized standard for Quality Management Systems (QMS). It is the most widely-used QMS standard in the world, with more than 1.1 million certificates issued to organizations in 178 countries.

ISO 9001 provides a framework and set of principles that ensure a common-sense approach to management that consistently satisfies customers and other stakeholders. “In simple terms,” said NQA, “it provides the basis for effective processes and effective people to deliver an effective product or service time after time.”

The standard follows the common structure provided by Annex SL. ISO 9001:2015 is more compatible with other management systems, such as ISO 14001, making it more effective and efficient to integrate management systems.

ShorePoint’s certification for ISO 9001:2015 demonstrates the company’s commitment to provide qualified and experienced personnel, ensuring the highest quality of cybersecurity consulting, professional, and technical support services. The company drives consistent project success by following a mission-first, risk-based approach to deliver enhanced cybersecurity services.

“This vital certification reflects our commitment to the highest quality standards and ongoing improvement,” said Matt Brown, co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of ShorePoint. “ISO 9000:2015 certification also validates the dedication of ShorePoint’s talented and knowledgeable teams who continue to deliver at the highest levels on behalf of our clients and their missions.”

ShorePoint a 2021 Finalist for SECAF Government Contractor of the Year Award

WASHINGTON, April 5, 2021 –

ShorePoint Inc., a cybersecurity services company that protects customers’ critical assets from cyber threats, today announced its selection as a finalist for the 2021 Government Contractor of the Year Award by the Small and Emerging Contractors Advisory Forum (SECAF).  ShorePoint is nominated in the category for companies with revenues of $7.5 – $15 million.

“The SECAF Awards shine a spotlight on the vision and success that enable the community of government contractors to deliver excellence year-in and year-out,” said SECAF Board Chair Richard Pineda. “It is a privilege to recognize ShorePoint, as it mirrors the tenets of our own organization in terms of leadership, fortitude and commitment.”

The Government Contractor of the Year award recognizes companies that have shown a “compelling and profound commitment to excellence in financial performance.” Winners will be announced in May at the SECAF virtual awards gala. ShorePoint received the award in 2020 for companies with revenues of less than $7.5 million.

“Serving the nation’s most vital and mission-critical government agencies continues to be a source of pride for ShorePoint and our dedicated team of professionals,” said Matt Brown, co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of ShorePoint. “We are honored to be considered once again for this prestigious award.”

Launched in 2017, ShorePoint is committed to driving positive change in the community and for its clients. The company continuously invests in and promotes professional and technical growth for each employee to remain on the forefront of cybersecurity best practices. ShorePoint offers clients unmatched cybersecurity experience in federal civilian, defense, and intelligence communities, as well as commercial support in technology, financial and healthcare industries.

ShorePoint, Inc. Nominated for 2021 Moxie Award

WASHINGTON, March 17, 2021 –

ShorePoint Inc., a cybersecurity services company that protects customers’ critical assets from cyber threats, today announced it is a finalist for a 2021 Moxie Award, a recognition presented to DC-area companies that have demonstrated “boldness and innovation as an integral part of their growth strategy.”

“This year’s finalists truly represent the spirit of Moxie and we are excited to help tell the stories of how they have navigated the past year,” said Moxie Award Chair Katie Jordan.

The Moxie Award honors companies, nonprofits and associations for “boldness in business.” According to Moxie criteria, awardees are also recognized for making the DC metro area “an incredible place to live, thrive and play.” Winners of the 2021 Moxie Award will be announced October 13, 2021.

“We are excited to have our team and values recognized in this way,” said Matt Brown, co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of ShorePoint. “We strive every year to match our commitment to growth, innovation and client service with an ongoing investment in our people and the community. We are proud to be placed among the region’s boldest and most innovative organizations.”

Launched in 2017, ShorePoint is committed to driving positive change in the community and for its clients. The company continuously invests in and promotes professional and technical growth for each employee to remain on the forefront of cybersecurity best practices. ShorePoint offers clients unmatched cybersecurity experience in federal civilian, defense, and intelligence communities, as well as commercial support in technology financial and healthcare industries.

Northern Virginia Technology Council Names ShorePoint, Inc. as a 2020 NVTC Tech 100 Honoree

WASHINGTON, Dec. 17, 2020 – ShorePoint Inc., a cybersecurity services company that protects customers’ critical assets from cyber threats, today announced that it was included in the 2020 NVTC Tech 100 by the Northern Virginia Technology Council. This annual award celebrates the most innovative technology companies and top tech executives in the region.

“While this year has presented numerous challenges to every organization and individual, it is encouraging to see so many of the area’s tech companies and executives remain resilient and committed to the health and wellbeing of their employees, the success of their companies, and industry advancement. Congratulations to ShorePoint for being named a 2020 NVTC Tech 100 honoree and for the positive impact the firm has made in our region.” said Jennifer Taylor, NVTC president and CEO.

“We recognize the challenges that 2020 has created for our employees, clients, and community, and we are honored to be recognized with other strong tech companies in our region,” said Matt Brown, co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of ShorePoint. “At ShorePoint, we remain committed to providing our employees with new and interesting opportunities, supporting our local communities, and delivering innovative security solutions that enable our customers’ missions.”

This year’s program attracted nearly 200 nominations that were carefully reviewed and considered by a panel of independent judges. Winners were announced at the annual NVTC Tech 100 celebration, which was held virtually this year due to COVID-19. The full list of winners can be found at www.nvtc.org.

Launched in 2017, ShorePoint is committed to driving positive change in the community and for its clients. The company continuously invests in and promotes professional and technical growth for each employee to remain on the forefront of cybersecurity best practices. ShorePoint offers clients unmatched cybersecurity experience in federal civilian, defense, and intelligence communities, as well as commercial support in technology financial and healthcare industries.

ShorePoint, Inc. Awarded Four-Year Vulnerability Management Enhancement Services Contract from the Department of Education

WASHINGTON, DEC. 10, 2020 – ShorePoint Inc., a cybersecurity services company that protects customers’ critical assets from cyber threats, announced that the Department of Education (ED) has awarded the company a four-year contract to provide Vulnerability Management Program Enhancement services.

ShorePoint is designing, optimizing, implementing, and operating an Enterprise Vulnerability Management toolset that expands across the full scope of the ED operating environment. The company is additionally providing technical support services to assist with detecting and remediating vulnerabilities identified through scanning critical database, web-based business applications, software assets, hardware assets (servers, workstations, workstations, mobile devices), networks and network equipment.

“We enjoy working with the Department of Education to optimize their Enterprise Vulnerability Management Program and enable secure mission execution to achieve Departmental objectives. We are honored to support the effort to secure the systems, data, and users that comprise the backbone of our country’s education system,” said Matt Brown, co-founder and chief executive officer of ShorePoint. “Vulnerability management is a critical part of the process to secure and minimize the attack surface. We are pleased to provide our services and help defend against cyber-attacks.”

Launched in 2017, ShorePoint is committed to driving positive change in the community and for its clients. The company continuously invests and promotes professional and technical growth for each employee to remain on the forefront of cybersecurity best practices. ShorePoint offers clients unmatched cybersecurity experience in federal civilian, defense, and intelligence communities, as well as commercial support in technology financial and healthcare industries.

ShorePoint, Inc. CEO Matt Brown Selected as Finalist for NVTC Cyber CEO of the Year Award

  WASHINGTON, Oct. 13, 2020 – ShorePoint Inc, a cybersecurity services company that protects customers’ critical assets from cyber threats, today announced that CEO Matt Brown has been selected as a finalist for the Northern Virginia Technology Council’s (NVTC) 2020 Cyber CEO of the Year award. This award honors CEOs of cyber companies that make substantial contributions both to their company and to the technology industry in the greater Washington region.

“It is a true honor and testament to Matt’s hard work that he has been named a finalist, especially given the level of talent present in Washington’s cyber industry,” said Scott Ackerman, co-founder and president of ShorePoint. “From day one, Matt has utilized his wealth of experience and intimate industry knowledge to build a company that excels in delivering innovative security solutions, and provides our colleagues with an engaging and positive workplace. We are thrilled for Matt and offer our congratulations to the rest of the finalists that join him on this prestigious list.”

“From day one, Matt has utilized his wealth of experience and intimate industry knowledge to build a company that excels in delivering innovative security solutions, and provides our colleagues with an engaging and positive workplace. We are thrilled for Matt and offer our congratulations to the rest of the finalists that join him on this prestigious list.”
— Scott Ackerman, Co-Founder and President, ShorePoint Inc.

NVTC’s annual Capital Cyber Awards honor the region’s best companies and individuals in cybersecurity. This year’s award winners will be chosen by an independent panel of judges, comprised of C-suite executives and investors from successful cybersecurity companies in the D.C. region. The winners will be announced during the virtual NVTC Capital Cybersecurity Summit on Oct. 22.

Launched in 2017, ShorePoint is committed to driving positive change in the community and for its clients. The company continuously invests in and promotes professional and technical growth for each employee to remain on the forefront of cybersecurity best practices. ShorePoint offers clients unmatched cybersecurity experience in federal civilian, defense, and intelligence communities, as well as commercial support in technology financial and healthcare industries.