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SMEs aren’t too small to target for cybercriminals, they’re too exposed to ignore
Small and medium-sized businesses are increasingly targeted by cybercriminals due to weaker security defenses compared to larger organizations. Despite holding valuable data and often serving as supply chain entry points to bigger companies, many SMEs underestimate their risk exposure. Limited budgets and IT resources leave them vulnerable, making them attractive, easy targets rather than overlooked ones.
Guide to Cybersecurity Budget Planning: How Much + How To | Huntress
Cybersecurity budget planning requires balancing protection needs against available resources. Businesses should assess risks, inventory assets, and prioritize spending on the most critical vulnerabilities. Common budget factors include tools, staff training, incident response, and compliance. Experts generally recommend allocating 10-15% of IT budgets to security, though this varies by industry, size, and risk exposure.
$250M ARR Was Never the Goal. It Came From Staying True to Our Mission.
Huntress CEO Kyle Hanslovan says reaching $250M ARR was a byproduct of staying focused on the company's core mission: protecting small and mid-sized businesses often overlooked by the cybersecurity industry. He credits the milestone to consistency of purpose rather than chasing revenue targets, and emphasizes that the mission to defend the "99%" remains the company's top priority going forward.
Employee Spotlight: Andrew Schlemmer
Andrew Schlemmer, a Channel Account Manager, was personally affected by cybercrime, an experience that shaped his professional mission. He now works to make enterprise-grade security solutions accessible and attainable for businesses of all sizes, using his firsthand understanding of cyber threats to drive his commitment to helping organizations better protect themselves.