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August 26, 2025 |

3 Questions with Patrick Laverty, Compass Cyber Guard

Compass Cyber Guard’s Patrick Laverty shares his insights on 3 important cybersecurity questions that MSPs want to know.

Compass Cyber Guard’s Patrick Laverty shares his insights on some important cybersecurity topics, like the most common but easily remediated vulnerability and how MSPs can protect themselves when there’s an incident, with answers to these 3 questions:

  1. What’s the most common vulnerability you see in MSP managed environments that can be easily remediated?
  2. If security incidents are inevitable, how do MSPs protect themselves from being blamed?
  3. Which security tools give MSPs a false sense of security?

Meet Patrick Laverty

Patrick Laverty is a seasoned Cybersecurity Professional currently with Compass Cyber Guard. Renowned for his expertise in penetration testing and certified social engineering, Patrick has a distinguished career that includes roles such as Senior Team Lead at Social-Engineer, LLC and Senior Security Consultant at Rapid7. He is also the founder of the Layer8 Conference and podcast, dedicated to educating the public on social engineering and OSINT (Open Source Intelligence) topics.

About Compass Cyber Guard

Compass Cyber Guard, an affiliate of Compass IT Compliance, proudly stands as a certified Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB). Its roots in military service deeply influence its corporate culture, values, and business practices. Compass Cyber Guard holds the ethos of national service in the highest esteem, a commitment that is not only embedded in its history but also actively shapes its future.

Compass Cyber Guard believes that the qualities honed through military service – such as discipline, strategic thinking, and a commitment to excellence – are invaluable in the fast-paced and ever-evolving field of IT security. This belief is reflected in its recruitment and hiring practices, where it actively seeks out talented and experienced individuals who have served our nation and can bring these attributes to its team and client experience.

It is dedicated to providing top-tier IT security solutions to its clients, embodying the values of service and integrity that are at the core of its veteran heritage. Compass Cyber Guard is not just a service provider; it is a partner in ensuring the digital safety and compliance of your organization. Trust in its expertise and experience as a veteran-owned business to safeguard your digital future.

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