A Proven Team Built for Complex Cybersecurity Challenges

We are a cybersecurity firm focused on helping organizations protect critical data, respond to incidents, and make informed security decisions. Our work spans assessment, incident response, digital forensics, and ongoing security operations—delivered by experienced practitioners and supported by disciplined, evidence-based processes.

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Our People and Our Perspective

Experience You Can Rely On When It Matters Most

Our team includes practitioners with experience across high-stakes investigations, incident response, law enforcement, critical infrastructure, regulated industries, and business leadership. That experience is reinforced by deep technical expertise, advanced certifications, and ongoing training across digital forensics, incident response, and related disciplines.

With teams operating across multiple states, Breadcrumb supports organizations nationwide and remains available 24/7 when immediate action is required. Our work is grounded in evidence, careful analysis, and long-term client trust—helping leaders understand what happened, what it means, and what comes next.

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A Deliberate Path Built on Capability and Trust

Breadcrumb has grown through intentional investment in people, infrastructure, and partnerships—expanding our ability to support complex cybersecurity matters while maintaining consistent standards and independence.

2015

Breadcrumb Cybersecurity Founded

Breadcrumb Cybersecurity is established to deliver independent, practitioner-led cybersecurity services focused on technical depth, responsiveness, and defensible client support.

2017

Security Operations Center Launched

Breadcrumb opens its Security Operations Center (SOC), expanding into continuous monitoring, active defense, and around-the-clock security operations support.

2018

Digital Forensics Lab Established

Breadcrumb launches an in-house Digital Forensics Lab to support evidence acquisition, forensic analysis, timeline reconstruction, and related investigative work across litigation and incident response matters.

2019

Incident Response Partnership with CrowdStrike

Breadcrumb establishes partnership with CrowdStrike to support coordinated response efforts, threat containment, and investigative activities during complex cyber incidents.

2019

California Operations Expansion

Breadcrumb expands its Central California office to support increased client demand, higher incident response activity, and expanded forensic and response operations.

2020

Incident Response Expansion and Insurance Industry Partnerships

Breadcrumb expands its incident response presence and establishes partnerships across the cyber insurance ecosystem to support breach response, forensic investigation, and claims-related workflows.

2021

Digital Forensics Platform Alignment

Breadcrumb formalizes alignment with Magnet Forensics to support digital forensics management, analysis workflows, and consistent handling of investigative data and artifacts.

2024

Strategic Alignment with Heritage

Breadcrumb enters a strategic alignment with Heritage, supporting national growth, operational maturity, and expanded service delivery.

2025

National Expansion Continues

Breadcrumb expands East Coast operations and opens a Digital Forensics Lab in Albany, New York, strengthening nationwide coverage and investigative capabilities.

2025

Central CA Office Expansion

Breadcrumb expands its Central California headquarters, strengthening regional operations while advancing digital forensics lab capabilities, litigation support services, and incident response capacity to support more complex matters and broader client needs.

Team

Our Team

Breadcrumb’s brings together operational, technical, and regulatory experience to guide our work and support our clients.

Brian W. Horton, CISSP
Brian W. Horton, CISSP
Managing Director
Andrew Towery, CFCE
Andrew Towery, CFCE
Director of Security Operations, Digital Forensics
Brad Hudson, CISSP
Brad Hudson, CISSP
Director of Professional Services
Brady Bower
Brady Bower
Cybersecurity Account Executive
Jeremiah Lediaev
Jeremiah Lediaev
Principal Security Architect
Blake Carpenter, CISSP
Blake Carpenter, CISSP
Sr. Security Consultant
Cari Ferguson
Cari Ferguson
Customer Success Manager

Join our team and help shape the future of Cybersecurity.

Work alongside experienced practitioners who value rigor, accountability, and curiosity. Our culture is built around doing the work the right way—supporting each other, learning continuously, and solving complex problems that matter.