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Houston-Area Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity for Your Devices, Email and People

Endpoint protection, email security, MFA, patching and 24/7 threat monitoring for Houston-area businesses with 10-200 employees.

Endpoint protection, email security, MFA, patching and 24/7 threat monitoring for Houston-area churches and nonprofits, where donor records and giving data sit on the same network as volunteers and guest Wi-Fi.

Endpoint protection, email security, MFA, patching and 24/7 threat monitoring for Houston-area healthcare and behavioral health organizations, where patient records are on every workstation and shared login.

  • 24/7 threat monitoring
  • One flat per-user price
  • No long-term contracts
  • Katy Based - Local Techs
Book a Time with Shane Call (281) 269-6506
Is your securityactually working?…or are you just hoping?
● Urgent · Email · Accounting9:14 AM
Someone clicked an invoice that wasn't real.
● Urgent · Identity · Auto-alert2:14 AM
A password showed up in a breach dump.
● Urgent · Endpoint · System11:02 AM
A laptop missed six weeks of updates.
● Urgent · Login · Geo-alert3:47 AM
A sign-in attempt from another country.
● Blocked · Email security
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Phishing email
Quarantined before it reached the inbox.
Scanning attachment and links…✓ BlockedEmail
● Blocked · Multi-factor authentication
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Stolen password
Login stopped at the second factor.
Checking sign-in and location…✓ BlockedIdentity
● Contained · Endpoint detection
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Ransomware on a laptop
Isolated from the network, then cleaned.
Isolating the device…✓ ContainedEndpoint
Blocked. Detected.Contained.Endpoints · Email · Identity
Shane Stevens
Talk with Shane StevensCEO, CinchOps · 35+ years in IT

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Tell us about your team and systems. We'll review your setup and build a security plan tailored to your business.

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How It Works

Most Attacks Walk In Through Something Small

An unpatched laptop, a reused password, an email someone trusts. We close those doors, watch what is left, and answer the alerts ourselves.

A volunteer's shared login, a giving platform password reused somewhere else, an email that looks like it came from the pastor or the director. We close those doors, watch what is left, and answer the alerts ourselves.

A shared front-desk login, an unpatched workstation in a clinic room, an email that looks like it came from a referral partner. We close those doors, watch what is left, and answer the alerts ourselves.

Laptops and serversEmailLogins and identityYour network

Endpoint protection

Detection and response on every computer and server, watching for attack behaviour.

Email security

Phishing and malicious attachments filtered before anyone can click them.

Multi-factor authentication

A stolen password alone can't open your email or your systems.

Patching

Windows and everyday software kept current, so known holes get closed.

24/7 threat monitoring

Detection runs around the clock, so an incident is caught early.

People answer the alerts

A named Katy engineer investigates and responds, instead of a dashboard filling up.

Getting started · protected in days
1Review your systems and find the gaps.
2Deploy the protection layers.
3Monitor around the clock and respond.
Pricing

One Flat Price. No Surprises.

One flat rateper user, per month

No hourly bills and no surprise invoices. What you pay depends on your systems and compliance needs, and you'll get your number on a 15-minute call with Shane, below.

No long-term contracts · No hidden fees · 30-day satisfaction guarantee

What you get

  • Endpoint protection on every device
  • Email and phishing protection
  • Multi-factor authentication
  • Patching and security updates
  • Help desk in under 15 minutes
  • 24/7 threat monitoring
Reviews

Don't Just Take Our Word For It…

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Catarina Flores

Really solid IT team! Very professional, and easy to work with. They clearly know their stuff and genuinely care about their clients. Highly recommend CinchOps!!

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Paul Moon

CinchOps has been a game-changer for our IT and cybersecurity needs. Shane and his team are highly knowledgeable, responsive, trustworthy and truly treats your business like a partner. Highly recommend for any small or mid-sized business looking for expert support without the enterprise price tag!

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Amy Wallace

CinchOps has been an outstanding partner for our business. Their managed IT services are reliable and tailored to our needs, and their team is always responsive and professional. I especially appreciate their expertise in cybersecurity and cloud solutions, which gives us peace of mind knowing our systems are secure and scalable. Highly recommend them to any business looking for a dependable IT partner.

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Grant Howe

I've worked with Shane for many years and now with the CinchOps team. They are very technically competent and customer focused and will allow you to focus on your business and not your IT.

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Murphy Tiggelaar

Shane stepped in as our interim CTO and quickly became an invaluable asset to our team. His exceptional rapport-building skills allowed him to seamlessly integrate with our existing team, rapidly earning their trust and respect. Shane took the time to understand our technology stack, our workflows, and our unique challenges, and provided insightful, actionable recommendations that significantly optimized our software development processes. His strategic perspective and hands-on guidance enabled us to streamline operations, improve productivity, and set a clear path forward. We couldn't have asked for a better interim CTO and highly recommend Shane to any team seeking impactful technology leadership.

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Robert Wolfe

We’ve had the opportunity to collaborate with CinchOps on several projects, and their team has consistently demonstrated the highest level of professionalism, technical expertise, and responsiveness. As a fellow IT service provider, it's critical for us to have trusted partners we can rely on—especially when our clients in the Houston area need on-the-ground support. CinchOps has been that reliable extension of our team, delivering prompt, secure, and scalable IT support services that align with the high standards we set for our own clients. Their deep knowledge in managed IT, cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, and business process automation makes them an invaluable resource. We’re proud to partner with such a capable and client-focused organization. Justin Wolfe

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Manny Molinar

Its always a pleasure to work with Shane! Shane is very knowledgeable and professional!

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Josh Johnson

Shane and I have done business together and he's incredibly knowledgeable and one of the BEST people I have had the pleasure of doing business with.

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Shelley Belin

Your business would be in good hands with this company. Shane is knowledgeable but also full of integrity. He will work hard for you and you can trust him to go above and beyond to support you.

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Ted Trimble

If you have the opportunity to work with Shane and CinchOps, you're in for an exceptional experience. His unique strength is navigating complex technical deployments and operations for businesses of all sizes - from SMBs to global enterprises while coordinating multiple stakeholders and vendors, all while maintaining a personal touch. Shane effectively translates technical complexity into desired business outcomes for all decision-makers while providing consistent personal attention. He identifies potential challenges early and offers practical solutions that balance technical requirements with business goals. His rare blend of technical expertise, business understanding, and genuine care will make your complex deployment a success as well as improving your daily operations.

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Bilal Majeed

I’ve known Shane for many years, and I can confidently vouch for his trustworthiness and fair dealings. He is always honest and straightforward, making it clear that he values integrity in all his interactions. If you’re looking for someone reliable, Shane is definitely the right choice!

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Dean Thompson

Used CinchOps to make sure the operations of TSG are always up and secure. Working with Shane and the his gang at CinchOps is an easy process and I recommend them to any business owner.

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Kevin Yang

I have worked with Shane for several years. Shane's technical expertise is evident in his ability to quickly diagnose and resolve complex issues, ensuring minimal downtime for his clients. He has demonstrated a strong ability to collaborate across departments, ensuring that IT solutions are aligned with the needs of the business. Highly recommended!

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Shawn Eicholz

As opposed to most MSP's, CinchOps does what they say they are going to do, with the expertise that you need. Shane and his group have a long-standing relationship with vendors, and have a deep understanding of the many needs of the business. You can trust CinchOps.

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Lodewijk Veldhuijzen

I'd start a business all over again just so Shane could take care of it start to finish. Usually guys with his level of competence have a massive ego and instead we're getting a constructive force that really moves the needle. Super quick to respond to everything. Thanks Shane. You're the best. Having you around makes a big difference.

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Jim Hilley

I worked with Shane for a number of months and I found him to be very capable and professional. I would highly recommend him.

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Gene Allen

I’ve known Shane for over 20 years, and it’s rare to find someone as knowledgeable—not just about technology, but about almost anything! He’s dedicated, hardworking, and always honest, which I believe is the most important quality. Highly recommend!

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Questions

Common Questions

We are a small business. Are we really a target?

Yes. Most attacks are automated sweeps looking for an unpatched system, a reused password or someone who will click. Being small makes you less interesting to a person, but no less visible to a script.

What does "24/7" actually mean?

Threat monitoring and detection run 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The help desk and office are open Monday to Friday, 8 to 6, and answer in under 15 minutes.

Is security separate from managed IT, or included?

The security stack is part of managed plans. If you have internal IT handling day-to-day support, security can also be bought on its own.

What happens if we get breached anyway?

No provider can promise you will never be hit. What we commit to is early detection, containment, recovery from verified backups, and a named Katy-based engineer running the response.

Will this help with cyber insurance and compliance?

Yes. Insurers ask directly about MFA, patching, backup testing and training. We build and maintain those controls and support HIPAA, PCI DSS, CMMC, NIST and FTC Safeguards requirements depending on your industry.

Do we have to sign a long-term contract?

No. No long-term contracts, no hidden fees, no cancellation penalties, and a 30-day satisfaction guarantee.

Our Services

Security Is One Piece. CinchOps Runs All Of It.

One team, one flat rate per user, everything your business runs on.

Managed IT ServicesCybersecurityBusiness Continuity & Disaster RecoveryCloud SolutionsNetwork & InfrastructureVoIP Phone SystemsComplianceCo-Managed ITVirtual CTO & CIO ServicesBusiness Process Automation
Shane Stevens, CinchOps CEO and Founder

We Make IT Work Simply.
And Simply Work.

One Conversation.
No Pressure.

Pick a 15-minute slot. You'll leave knowing where your business is exposed, whether you hire us or not.

Prefer the phone? Call 281-269-6506.

Free Scorecard · No Email Required

Not whether you could be attacked. Whether you would survive one.

The Cyber Attack Readiness scorecard: 10 questions, about 3 minutes, an A-F grade and your top 3 fixes. Your answers never leave this page.

FREE · NO EMAIL REQUIRED · INSTANT GRADE

Find Out Where Your IT Actually Stands

Three short assessments, each scored A to F against what actually matters for a Houston business. Pick the one that matches what is keeping you up at night.

Do You Need Managed IT?

Start here. An honest read on whether outside help would actually pay for itself.

11 questions · ~3 min

Outage & Continuity Readiness

If everything stopped tomorrow, how fast are you actually back?

10 questions · ~3 min

Cyber Attack Readiness

Not whether you could be attacked. Whether you would survive one.

10 questions · ~3 min
CinchOps Assessment
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      Our Services

      Tailored Managed Services Solutions for Your Business

      Managed IT Services

      Your whole IT environment run, monitored, and maintained.

      Cybersecurity

      24/7 threat monitoring, response, and employee protection.

      Business Continuity &
      Disaster Recovery

      Backups and recovery plans that keep you running through anything.

      Cloud Solutions

      Microsoft 365 and cloud infrastructure done right.

      Network & Infrastructure

      Fast, reliable networks built for how you work.

      VoIP Phone Systems

      Business phones that work anywhere, without the phone-company bill.

      Compliance

      Audit-ready security and documentation for regulated work.

      Co-Managed IT

      Backup and muscle for your in-house IT team.

      Virtual CTO & CIO Services

      Executive-level technology strategy tied to your business goals.

      Business Process Automation

      Repetitive work automated so your team does what earns.

      How It Starts

      Three Steps. No Pressure. No Slide Deck.

      1

      Chat with Shane

      A straight conversation with the owner about your business and what your technology is really costing you. No sales team, no script.

      2

      Get your plan

      We look at your environment and hand you a prioritized punch list: what to stabilize, what to secure, and where money is leaking.

      3

      Watch IT get simple

      Fix-it-first onboarding knocks out the standing problems early. Then IT just works, month to month, for as long as we keep earning it.

      Shane Stevens, CinchOps CEO and Founder

      We Make IT Work Simply.
      And Simply Work.

      One Conversation.
      No Pressure.

      You'll leave knowing more about your IT costs than you do today, whether you hire us or not.

      Prefer the phone? Call 281-269-6506.

      One Conversation. No Pressure.

      Tell Shane What's Not Working...

      Send a couple of lines about what's going on with your technology - the problem that keeps coming back, the bill that keeps climbing, the risk that keeps you up at night. Every message comes straight to the owner - not a sales rep, not a ticket queue.
      Why Choose CinchOps
      35+ Years In The IT Industry
      30 Days. Not Happy? 100% Refund
      Local Houston Techs With Proven Experience
      Zero Hidden Fees, Zero Long-Term Contracts
      One Flat Rate. Complete IT, Security & Support
      Fix-It-First Onboarding - See Up To An 85% Reduction In Repeat Issues
      About These Scorecards

      Fair Questions.

      Do I have to give you my email to see my results?▼

      No. Every assessment is scored in your browser and shows your grade immediately. Nothing is sent to us, stored, or emailed unless you choose to send it using the form above.

      How accurate is a 10-question assessment?▼

      It is a screening tool, not an audit. Ten questions will reliably tell you whether an area is a strength or a gap, and which two or three things to fix first. It will not replace a proper look at your actual environment, and it is not meant to.

      Which scorecard should I take?▼

      If you already know what worries you, take that one. If you do not, start with the broad IT Health Assessment on our homepage. It grades all five areas at once and points you at the deep dive that matters most for your business.

      What happens to my answers?▼

      They stay in your browser. There is no server-side scoring and no record of what any individual answered. If you download the results image, that file is generated on your device too.

      Will someone call me if I take one?▼

      Only if you ask. There is no automatic follow-up, because we never collected your details in the first place. If you want to talk a result through, book a time with Shane above.

      Is this just a sales pitch?▼

      The scoring is honest, including when it tells you that you are in good shape. If your grade comes back an A, the assessment says so and tells you there is nothing we would change. That is more useful to both of us than a rigged quiz.

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