We don't pitch AI.
We build it.
Ten-plus production AI agents running on Petronella Technology Group's enterprise private AI cluster. 24/7 threat analysis, AI paired with human experts. This is how Petronella runs. It is also what we ship for your business.
First 15 minutes are free. Paid consulting after. Not ready to call? Hear Penny's voice first → (919) 335-7902
Managed IT, Cybersecurity, and AI Services in Raleigh, NC
Petronella Technology Group has served Raleigh, Durham, and the Triangle since 2002. We deliver managed IT, cybersecurity, CMMC Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 compliance, HIPAA readiness, digital forensics, and a private AI cluster built for regulated businesses. CMMC-AB Registered Provider Organization #1449, BBB A+ since 2003, rated 5.0 from 15 Google reviews.
Ten-plus AI agents, all built at Petronella.
Call or chat any of them right now. Petronella runs on our own AI. This is exactly what we build for your business.
Why One Team Beats Five Vendors
Without Petronella
- 5–6 separate vendor contracts
- 5–6 monthly invoices to reconcile
- Hours to resolve cross-vendor incidents
- 12+ months for compliance certification
- Constant finger-pointing between teams
With Petronella
- 1 unified team of certified specialists
- 1 invoice, fully transparent
- <15 minute response time, 24/7
- 6 months from audit to certification
- Single point of accountability
Craig Petronella
Founder & CEO
Craig Petronella has protected companies across healthcare, defense, finance, and legal sectors. As a CMMC Registered Practitioner and RPO leader in North Carolina, he's guided some of the fastest compliance certifications in the Triangle.
Built for Industries Where Mistakes Aren't an Option
One per topic. No fluff. No spam.
Each guide is a written-by-humans action plan you can start implementing today. Pick the topic that matches your biggest question right now.
Deploy AI without leaking your data. Private cluster architecture, policy template, approval-gate workflow.
Get the AI guide → CMMC 2.0Level 2 path for DoD subcontractors. Gap assessment, POAM structure, mock audit checklist.
Get the CMMC guide → HIPAAWhat medical practices actually need. Administrative, physical, technical, and organizational safeguards.
Get the HIPAA guide → Forensics • Breach ResponseRansomware, BEC, SIM swap, crypto theft. First 60 minutes. Who to call, what to preserve, what not to touch.
Get the Forensics guide →Expert Insights From Our Team
Watch how we protect businesses with AI, cybersecurity, and compliance solutions.
Cybersecurity, AI & Managed IT Services in Raleigh, NC
Petronella Technology Group is a full-service cybersecurity company and managed IT services provider headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina. Since 2002, we have served businesses across the Research Triangle, Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, and RTP, with 24/7 SOC monitoring, penetration testing, vulnerability management, and incident response.
Our compliance practice helps defense contractors earn CMMC Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 certification, healthcare organizations achieve HIPAA compliance, and financial firms meet SOC 2 Type II and PCI DSS requirements. Every engagement is led by a Licensed Digital Forensic Examiner with 24+ years of experience and backed by our in-house security operations center.
Beyond security, we deliver private AI solutions that cut operational costs by up to $200K per year, managed IT services with 99.9% uptime SLAs, blockchain security audits, and custom application development. Whether you need a virtual CISO, security awareness training, or a complete technology overhaul, Petronella is the one team replacing five vendors for growing businesses across North Carolina and nationwide.
Running an MSP of your own? We also operate a white-label partner program for regional MSPs who need CMMC Registered Practitioners, private-AI infrastructure, or DFE-licensed forensics on client engagements without building that bench in-house. Compare tiers on our MSP partner program pricing page, add wholesale forensics for MSPs to your incident-response catalog, or grab the MSP AI + Compliance Profit Playbook for the full economic model.
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She books your free 15 minutes.
Penny picks up before the third ring, every time. She asks 3 qualifying questions, then books you on the calendar. First 15 minutes are free. Paid consulting after. Humans run the scheduled call.
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What Our Clients Say
"It's safe to say that Craig and his crew are cyber security wizards. No idea how they do it all, but if you need help with anything related to IT or security, go no further than Petronella Technology Group. Many thanks for all of your research and insight! I've personally witnessed the positive effects that cyber security awareness training can have on a business. All businesses should take this precaution and train their staff on what to do in the event of a security breach."
