Real protection for growing businesses, without the complexity or the budget shock. We close the security gaps that actually get exploited — email, logins, MFA, and your Microsoft 365 — and keep an eye on things every month. Pricing is per user (plans start at 5) and scales with any add-ons, so you only pay for what fits.
These aren't exotic threats — they're the basics attackers count on you skipping. Every Essentials plan closes them.
We set up SPF, DKIM, and DMARC so criminals can't send email as your business.
We roll out multi-factor authentication — the single control that stops most account takeovers.
We turn off the risky defaults and lock down the settings that leave your cloud exposed.
Security isn't set-and-forget. Every month we review, adjust, and keep your protection current.
You get a real person at Caldera to reach — not a ticket queue and not a chatbot.
Need a password vault or real backup? Add them on. Need strategy and compliance? Step up to vCISO.
The critical gaps covered — practical protection for growing businesses, without complexity or budget shock.
Get a quote → Not sure yet? Start with a free audit →Two of the most common additions to an Essentials plan. Each is priced as an add-on — bolt them on now or later.
One secure place for every credential — deployed and managed across your team. No more sticky notes or reused passwords.
Learn more → + Add-onMicrosoft 365 and Google Workspace don't back up your data the way you think. We set up real backup so ransomware doesn't end your business.
Learn more →If a few of these sound familiar, Essentials is almost certainly the right first step.
Essentials is built for teams of five and up. If it's just you, we've got a plan sized and priced for solo operators — cybersecurity on its own, or bundled with fully managed IT (MSP).
Tell us about your business and team size. No pressure, no jargon — just a straight conversation and a real quote.
Email security, MFA, and Microsoft 365 hardening — plus any add-ons you choose. We handle the work.
Protection running, monthly check-ins on the calendar, and a direct line to us whenever you need it.
Pricing starts under $120/month and is based on the number of users — plans begin at 5 users — so it scales with your team. Add-ons like a password vault or backup are priced on top of the base plan. The simplest way to get an exact figure is a quick call or the free audit; we'll give you a straight quote for your size and needs.
Every Essentials plan includes email security (SPF, DKIM, DMARC), MFA, Microsoft 365 hardening, monthly check-ins, and a direct human contact. A managed password vault (Bitwarden) and Microsoft 365 / Workspace backup are popular add-ons, priced separately so you only pay for what you need.
Probably, yes. IT keeps things running; security makes sure they're running safely — and the two aren't the same skill set. Essentials covers the specific security controls that often slip through the cracks, and it works alongside your existing IT rather than replacing it.
Because pricing is per user, Essentials grows with you — you add seats as you hire. When you need security leadership, a formal roadmap, or compliance work, you step up to the vCISO Program, which includes everything here plus assessments, strategy, and board-level reporting.
The gaps that take businesses down are the ones nobody got around to closing. Starting under $120 a month, we close them — and keep them closed.
The Caldera Business Security Essentials Package gives you 24/7 endpoint monitoring, patch and vulnerability oversight, immediate incident response, and ongoing security guidance — all starting under $120 per month
That’s less than $4 a day to protect the systems your revenue depends on.
Cybercriminals don’t wait — and neither should you. If your business has 5–100 employees, you can’t afford to ignore cybersecurity. One ransomware incident can shut down operations, damage customer trust, and cost tens of thousands in recovery.
Don’t wait until you’re dealing with a breach. Take control today. Schedule your consultation now and secure your business before attackers target you.
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Enterprise-grade threat protection for up to 5 devices. Cyberattacks don't happen 9-5. Hackers strike nights, weekends, and holidays when they think no one's watching. We're always watching.
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Most breaches happen because of unpatched software—known vulnerabilities that had fixes available but weren't applied. We make sure you're not leaving the door open for attackers.
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If our monitoring detects a threat actively attacking your systems, we don't just send you an alert and hope you see it. We immediately contain the threat, stop it from spreading, and protect your business.
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You're running a business, not a security department. We give you the strategic oversight and expertise you need—without the executive-level salary.
Microsoft gives you 30-90 days to recover deleted data. After that, it's permanently gone. If ransomware encrypts your cloud files or an employee accidentally deletes critical documents, you're out of luck—unless you have a backup.
Using artificial intelligence and behavioral analysis, SentinelOne protects against zero-day attacks, fileless malware, and advanced persistent threats that bypass traditional antivirus.
- Automated Backup Monitoring - $17.95/mo
When one website gets breached and passwords are stolen, hackers try those same credentials everywhere—banking, email, business systems. If your employees reuse passwords, you're one breach away from a catastrophe.