Paragon Cyber Solutions

Paragon Cyber Solutions

Cybersecurity, IT services for federal agencies

Overview

Paragon Cyber Solutions provides cybersecurity services, information technology support, and workforce development for federal agencies. It helps with RMF authorizations, CMMC assessments, penetration testing, vulnerability management, cloud engineering, and IT training through apprenticeship programs. The company holds 8(a), EDWOSB, SDVOSB, and CMMC-C3PAO certifications and has DoD and federal project experience, including RMF and ISO 27001 engagements. Its goal is to strengthen federal cybersecurity posture while growing a skilled, certified workforce.

About Paragon Cyber Solutions

Simplify's Rating
Why Paragon Cyber Solutions is rated
C
Rated C on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated D+ on Differentiation

Industries

Data & Analytics

Consulting

Enterprise Software

Cybersecurity

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Tampa, Florida

Founded

2016

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What believers are saying

  • December 2024 AE Industrial deal brought $500 million cash and $400 million earn-outs.
  • Paragon's 2024 ICE contract proved U.S. federal demand for Graphite exists.
  • Florida ownership and REDLattice integration expand access to U.S., UK, Canada, and Australia markets.

What critics are saying

  • July 2026 Senate scrutiny and August 2026 GAO requests target Paragon-derived spyware.
  • Italy ended Paragon work after March 2025 journalist-hacking allegations, damaging trust.
  • Any fresh human-rights abuse scandal triggers export bans and kills government procurement quickly.

What makes Paragon Cyber Solutions unique

  • Graphite intercepts encrypted chats on Signal, WhatsApp, Telegram, and Messenger.
  • AE Industrial folded Paragon into REDLattice, adding U.S. defense channels.
  • Paragon sells only to democracies, tightening buyer selection versus NSO-style rivals.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

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Vision Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Disability Insurance

Training Programs

Company News

PR.com
Aug 26th, 2025
Paragon Cyber Solutions Named to 2025 Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America

Paragon Cyber Solutions named to 2025 Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in America.

Globes
Dec 17th, 2024
Paragon sold for $900M before approval

Paragon Solutions was acquired by US firm AE Industrial Partners for $900 million, despite an initial announcement from Israel's Ministry of Defense suggesting the sale hadn't been approved. The deal complied with regulations, and the Ministry is now examining its implications. The acquisition includes a $500 million cash payment and $400 million contingent on targets. Paragon will continue operating in Israel, with its technology under Israeli supervision.

Tampa Bay Chamber
Nov 16th, 2023
Minority Business Accelerator Cohorts Making SBOY History

Paragon Cyber Solutions, of the MBA 2024 Cohort, won Small Business of the Year in the category of 5- 20 Employees.

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