Our Story
GREAT PEOPLE POWER
GREAT COMPLIANCE.
Choice Cyber Solutions is not just another compliance provider; we are a team of passionate experts dedicated to safeguarding our clients’ businesses. Our proactive approach, guided by our patented “Assess. Address. Maintain.®” methodology, ensures that compliance and security vulnerabilities are met head-on across frameworks and industries.
Our
Timeline
1995
With roots dating back to 1995 as Choice Technologies, we have evolved through the years to address the dynamic industry landscape.
2007
Our transition to the Managed Service Provider (MSP) model in 2007 marked a pivotal moment in our journey.
2009
Recognizing the increasing importance of cybersecurity, we introduced security and compliance services in 2009.
2016
In 2016, Choice CyberSecurity® (CCS) was born to fill the gap in structured compliance and security services for SMBs.
2022
Choice has since grown into a full-service compliance-centric company, and in 2022, our company name changed to Choice Cyber Solutions to better reflect this progression.
2025
Today, we offer expertise in 20+ compliance frameworks services by a seasoned team of professionals with insights across industries. With deep roots in the MSP community and the reputation to match, Choice Cyber Solutions is the premier partner for every compliance journey.
Our Expert
Team
Meet your trusted partners: Our team at Choice Cyber Solutions is more than just a group of experts; we are driven by a deep passion for compliance and cybersecurity. With extensive expertise and decades of combined experience, we are dedicated to providing exceptional compliance and security services globally. You’ve worked hard to build your business, and we will work harder to protect it and ensure you can focus on what matters to you.
We believe in safeguarding businesses by ensuring regulatory obligations are met while swiftly addressing vulnerabilities to protect our clients from security threats.

CEO AND CO-FOUNDER
Steve Rutkovitz
With expertise in more than 20 regulatory frameworks earned through 30+ years of creating cybersecure networks from the ground up, Steve Rutkovitz is rightly recognized as an icon of the industry. As CEO of Choice Cyber Solutions, he built a firm that focuses on helping businesses navigate complex compliance regulations to enhance their cybersecurity posture. More than just bringing small- and medium-sized businesses to a compliance finish line, Steve’s unique knowledge of every facet of the industry empowers businesses to build a culture of compliance for unparalleled resiliency.

COO AND CO-FOUNDER
Alex Spigel
Alex co-founded Choice Cyber Solutions in April 2016 and serves as the firm's COO. Alex’s primary focus is partnering with MSPs to deliver top-notch security and compliance services to their clientele. Alex’s strong customer service, IT risk assessment, and regulatory compliance expertise enable her to bridge the gap between technical requirements and client needs. She is highly skilled in pinpointing vulnerabilities and crafting proactive solutions that meet client’s unique needs. Additionally, she is an expert in operational efficiency and is especially proud of the unmatched company culture established at Choice Cyber Solutions, and is an advocate for women in tech.

DIRECTOR OF IT AND SECURITY
Martin Hengst
Martin leverages his more than a decade of experience as the company’s director of IT & security, where he is trusted with safeguarding organizations from emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
Martin has been a part of the Choice Cyber Solutions family for more than 20 years, including working as a senior project engineer and director of information technology for the MSP the founders successfully ran prior to establishing Choice Cyber. In these roles, he was responsible for building and maintaining client infrastructure, support, data center build-out and maintenance, and project deployment and maintenance.
Outside of work, Martin enjoys reading, writing, movies, and music. A self-described sci-fi and fantasy nerd, Martin owns a small business that creates magic wands and other fantasy and Dungeons and Dragons-themed accessories. Martin resides in Red Lion, Penn, with his wife, Barbara, children, Jack and Lily, and the family’s cats – Binx and Cookie.
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DIRECTOR OF GROWTH
Jessica Schroder
Jessica leverages her vast experience in strategic leadership to oversee much of Choice Cyber Solution’s daily operations in her role as director of growth. Jessica leads and manages the sales and marketing teams, builds valuable relationships with team members, clients, and partners; and manages marketing and branding strategies. She's also responsible for developing and implementing technology changes, outsourced vendor management, and the development, implementation, documentation, and enforcement of company processes.
Jessica resides in Aurora, Ill. Outside of work, Jessica enjoys crafting and creating miniatures to add a touch of creativity and color to her surroundings. Jessica has been married to her husband Brian for 27 years, and they have raised three sons: Jacob, Mason, and Cody. Additionally, they have been blessed with two granddaughters, Aria and Olivia.

Director of Client Services
Sarah O'Kelley
Sarah O’Kelley joined Choice in August 2022 as the Director of Client Services. Sarah is tasked with leading the client services team and orchestrating the delivery of expert guidance to clients. Sarah plays a direct role in guiding compliance efforts for clients across a spectrum ranging from small enterprises to mid-sized fully remote organizations. Sarah adds unique value by providing a consultative perspective, assisting clients in navigating changes to their business processes, and fostering a culture of security within their organizations.
Prior to joining Choice, Sarah served as a GRC Specialist at Onshore, where they supported internal audit processes and contributed to the offering of vCISO (virtual Chief Information Security Officer) services to clients.
Sarah is committed to professional growth and has earned multiple certifications and professional training courses. They hold a Cybersecurity Board Governance certificate from the Private Directors Association, is a Certified Scrum Master from the Scrum Alliance, and is a CMMC Registered Practitioner. Sarah is also a certified life coach and is passionate about empowering others to create change within their communities and forge their path to success.
Sarah resides in Chicago, IL. Outside of work, Sarah is very active in the community volunteering for multiple organizations, and is a member of Women in Cybersecurity (WiCys) and the International End-Of-Life Doula Association (INELDA).

Manager of Client Services
Katie DeSisto
Katie joined Choice as a Customer Success Manager in November of 2022 and was promoted to Manager of Client Services in spring of 2025 . Her dedication to fostering positive client relationships is apparent in her daily client interactions and activities.
Before joining Choice, Katie has amassed a wealth of customer service experience as a Loan Officer for two leading mortgage companies. These roles allowed her to refine her client-centric approach and strengthen her financial acumen. Katie also served as the Customer Success Manager at Global Validity, where she honed her skills in client engagement.
Katie earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Fitchburg State University in May 2010. Based in Derry, New Hampshire, Katie enjoys spending time outdoors and will often hike the local trails with her dogs or camp. Katie also enjoys traveling and exploring new destinations, shopping, reading, and spending time with family and friends.
Our Core Values
Choice Cyber Solutions believes in a principled approach to business that reflects who we are as people. We are entrepreneurial, transparent, positive and selfless. We hold our team to a high standard, because we believe that strong core values are the foundation for creating an environment that benefits and enriches our partner, our clients and our team.
Integrity
Quality
Efficiency
Teamwork
Attitude
Our Promise
We know the value of your business, and deeply honor the trust you place when working with our team. Learn more about how we use and safeguard data at the Choice Cyber Solutions Trust Center.
Our Certifications
From onboarding and throughout your compliance journey, expect unmatched experience and guidance from the Choice Cyber Solutions team. We provide completely custom proactive solutions, including ongoing awareness of changes in the compliance landscape, regular monitoring of your security posture, strategic planning for future compliance needs, and consistent management of your progress. Our team holds multiple certifications in a wide range of compliance frameworks, information technology standards, and project management, including:












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