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Chris Hannifin

CEO & Founder at DefendIT Services

Founder & Executive
North Central, TX

Chris Hannifin serves as CEO & Founder at DefendIT Services, a managed IT and cybersecurity provider in North Central, TX, leading its work across Managed IT Services, Cybersecurity & Threat Protection, and Network Management.

Reviewed by Best IT MSP · Updated June 2026

About Chris Hannifin

Chris Hannifin is the founder and CEO of Defend IT Services, a cybersecurity and enterprise IT leader with over 20 years of experience supporting commercial and public sector organizations.

He specializes in guiding organizations through complex security, compliance, and infrastructure transformations. He is recognized for building resilient, secure operating environments that align technology strategy with regulatory requirements and long-term business objectives.

Areas of Expertise

Managed IT Services
Cybersecurity & Threat Protection
Network Management
IT Help Desk & End-User Support
Compliance & Risk Management

How This Profile Is Verified

Employment
Certifications (pending)
Thought Leadership (pending)