Tusker Enhances Its Cybersecurity Services with Fortress SRM Acquisition

Tusker Enhances Cybersecurity Services with Fortress SRM Acquisition

Chicago, Sept. 2, 2026 - Tusker, a prominent technology solutions provider operating nationwide, proudly announces its acquisition of Fortress SRM, an esteemed firm based in Cleveland, specializing in cybersecurity services. This strategic move brings an additional 50 cybersecurity experts onto Tusker's team, strengthens security operations with 24/7 monitoring, and marks the establishment of a sixth regional hub in the Ohio Valley region.

Founded in 2018, Fortress SRM has served a vast clientele in Ohio and parts of northern Michigan and Wisconsin. With a dedicated team of approximately 50 skilled professionals, Fortress SRM excels in various areas such as security consulting, virtual CISO leadership, managed security services, incident response, and digital forensics. The firm operates a state-of-the-art, round-the-clock Security Operations Center (SOC) that provides vigilant threat detection, comprehensive analysis, and effective remediation support to its clients.

This acquisition is part of Tusker's ongoing strategic growth initiative, which has enabled the company to evolve from its origins as an IT hardware distributor in Chicago to a comprehensive technology service provider boasting more than 400 personnel and regional bases in several key cities including Chicago, Boston, Green Bay, Duluth, Eau Claire, and now Cleveland.

The integration of Fortress SRM is significant, marking Tusker's fifth acquisition since 2017 and its first transaction following the recent consolidation of its portfolio companies under the Tusker brand. The company has drawn plans for further acquisitions as it aspires to enhance its reach across the nation.

The combination of Fortress SRM's cybersecurity expertise with Tusker's extensive technology service capabilities forms a robust dual entity bound to advance Tusker's initiative to rapidly expand its service domain. As CEO Matt Zafirovski noted, “Fortress SRM embodies the customer-focused culture and expertise that we value in our acquisitions. This collaboration strengthens our cybersecurity offerings, plants our flag firmly in the Ohio Valley, and enhances our capacity to serve as a pivotal technology partner for our clients.”

The merger is equally beneficial for Fortress SRM's existing clients in cybersecurity, many of whom yearn for a reliable partner adept at managing all their IT-related requirements, including desktops, servers, networks, and comprehensive technological strategies. Fortress SRM's President, Jess Walpole, remarked, “Joining forces with Tusker not only meets this demand but also offers our clients a larger, more efficient support staff while maintaining the personalized service they expect from us.”

About Tusker
Tusker is a mid-market IT solutions provider dedicated to delivering a diverse range of advisory, professional, managed, and lifecycle technology solutions. Focusing on fostering long-term client relationships, Tusker merges technological expertise with personalized service to meet various business needs. The firm operates through multiple regional hubs, catering to clientele that ranges from local firms to nationwide companies. For more details, please visit www.tuskerco.com.