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Atruent Named a Qualified Maryland Cybersecurity Seller (QMCS), Offering Major Tax Incentives for Maryland-Based Clients

[Baltimore, MD] [July 25, 2025] Atruent, Maryland’s trusted leader in managed IT services and cybersecurity, is proud to announce its official designation as a Qualified Maryland Cybersecurity Seller (QMCS) by the Maryland Department of Commerce. This elite status positions Atruent among fewer than two dozen companies statewide approved to deliver cybersecurity solutions that qualify Maryland-based businesses for valuable tax incentives.

This certification underscores Atruent’s deep commitment to protecting Maryland’s digital landscape and rewards its clients with a 50% Maryland state tax credit, up to $50,000 annually, when they invest in eligible cybersecurity services or products from Atruent.

Being recognized as a Qualified Maryland Cybersecurity Seller reaffirms our mission to deliver cutting-edge, compliant, and accessible cybersecurity solutions for organizations of all sizes,” said Aida Keehner, Founder & CEO at Atruent. 

“We’re not just offering services, we’re offering strategic advantages that help our clients grow securely and affordably.”

What This Means for Maryland-Based Clients:

  • 50% State Tax Credit: Maryland companies with 50 or fewer employees may receive a tax credit for 50% of eligible purchases (up to $100,000 per year), saving up to $50,000 annually.
  • Enhanced ROI on Cyber Investments: Businesses can now strengthen their cybersecurity posture while significantly reducing costs.
  • Purchase Confidence: Working with a certified QMCS like Atruent guarantees that your cybersecurity provider meets the highest state standards for proprietary technology, service quality, and operational integrity.
  • First-Come, First-Served Funding: Act early—tax credit funding is limited and allocated by the Maryland Department of Commerce on a first-come basis.

What Qualifies?

Clients may claim tax credits on a wide range of Atruent’s offerings that align with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, including:

  • Managed Threat Detection & Response
  • Data Backup and Disaster Recovery
  • Security Risk Assessments
  • Compliance Support (CMMC, HIPAA, SOC 2)
  • Vulnerability Management
  • End-to-End IT Security Solutions

Who Qualifies?

The Buy Maryland Cybersecurity Tax Credit is available to Maryland-based for-profit businesses that:

  • Have 50 or fewer employees
  • Pay Maryland state income taxes
  • Purchase directly from a certified QMCS (like Atruent)

Take the Next Step

Atruent invites all qualifying businesses to take advantage of this program and dramatically improve their security posture with trusted, cost-effective solutions.

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Unique Differentiation

We’re a globally diverse, QMCS-certified cybersecurity provider with programs purpose-built for nonprofit success.

Through our #AtruCommunity initiative, we go beyond securing systems. We volunteer alongside your teams, amplify your mission through our platforms, and build relationships that feel more like partnerships than vendor agreements. Our team, representing over 10 countries, brings culturally aware, mission-aligned solutions that reflect the communities you serve.

At Atruent, every nonprofit partner has direct access to our leadership, personalized strategies that respect your goals and budget, and a team that shows up with passion, accountability, and heart. We don’t just protect nonprofits, we champion them.

Quantified Value

Our partnership delivers measurable impact, not just in security, but in mission effectiveness. With SOC 2 Type 2 compliance and guaranteed one-hour response times, Atruent provides enterprise-grade protection tailored to nonprofit realities. The stakes are high: the average cyber breach costs nonprofits over $200,000, resources that should be fueling programs, not recovering from crises.

We take a proactive approach. In 16 years, our clients have experienced zero major data breaches. Our 24/7/365 monitoring safeguards donor data, volunteer records, and beneficiary information, so you can focus on serving your community with confidence.
Through our #AtruCommunity initiative, we go even further, volunteering our time, amplifying your mission through our networks, and building partnerships that extend beyond the tech. The result? Stronger security, lower risk, and more resources redirected to what matters most: your mission.

Relevancy

In today’s digital-first world, nonprofits face growing cybersecurity threats that can jeopardize their ability to serve. With over 60% of nonprofits experiencing cyberattacks, and many lacking the resources to respond, trusted, mission-aligned partners are more essential than ever.

Atruent brings both technical expertise and heart. As a globally diverse, QMCS-certified cybersecurity provider, we understand the unique pressures nonprofits face. Through our #AtruCommunity initiative, we go beyond protection, we amplify your mission, volunteer alongside your teams, and treat every partnership as a shared purpose. Because when we protect your digital infrastructure, we’re protecting your ability to create lasting change.

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