The Fulcrum Group, a managed IT services provider based in Keller, Texas, has announced a partnership with CyberQP, a developer of cybersecurity and automation solutions, to strengthen Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance for public safety agencies in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The collaboration will integrate CyberQP’s QGuard and QDesk platforms into The Fulcrum Group’s STARpower IT framework, aiming to address new requirements in CJIS Security Policy version 6.0.
Steve Meek, CEO of The Fulcrum Group, emphasized the importance of proactive security measures. “With enhancements in CJIS Security Policy version 6.0, public safety organizations face new requirements to improve IT security,” Meek said. “By combining our STARpower IT framework with CyberQP’s automation tools, we’re not just meeting those requirements—we’re improving protection for service accounts and accelerating response times for sensitive requests.”
Service accounts, which are used by applications and systems to interact with each other, have become a common attack vector according to the Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR). CyberQP’s solutions address this risk by automating password rotation, providing real-time auditing, and strengthening defenses against both insider and external threats. The partnership also enables identity-verified workflows for critical tasks such as password resets for field personnel and patrol units, ensuring secure and efficient IT support.
Mateo Barraza, CEO of CyberQP, highlighted the real-world impact of the partnership. “CJIS compliance isn't just about checking a box—it’s about delivering real-world security that stands up to today’s threats,” Barraza said. “Our platform empowers IT providers like Fulcrum to deliver secure, efficient service while giving public safety organizations the protection they deserve.”
The Fulcrum Group serves a variety of sectors including healthcare, manufacturing, local government, and nonprofits, with a focus on aligning IT strategy with business goals. CyberQP offers Zero Trust Access Management solutions with SOC 2 Type 2 certification, designed to reduce risk and enforce compliance. More information about CyberQP can be found at www.cyberqp.com.
This initiative reinforces The Fulcrum Group’s mission to deliver secure, compliant, and responsive IT support for critical public safety services. As threats evolve, the partnership aims to provide peace of mind through advanced automation and rigorous security controls.