MSP Partner Program / Co-Managed IT / Compliance Enablement

Scale Your MSP Practice With Enterprise-Grade Backing

Petronella Technology Group partners with managed service providers to deliver advanced cybersecurity, compliance readiness, and IT infrastructure support that goes beyond what most MSPs can build in-house. Whether you need white-label vCISO services, co-managed EDR operations, or a trusted sub-contractor for regulated client environments, our MSP Partner Program gives you the depth, credentials, and 24/7 coverage to win larger engagements and retain high-value accounts.

23+
Years Operating
A+
BBB Since 2003
#1449
CMMC-AB RPO
Raleigh
NC HQ
CMMC-RP | MIT-Certified AI & Blockchain | DFE #604180 | CCNA / CWNE
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23+
Years Operating
A+
BBB Since 2003
#1449
CMMC-AB RPO
RDU
NC Headquarters

This page is for MSP owners, IT directors, and channel managers who need a reliable sub-contractor for compliance-heavy clients, co-managed security operations, or white-label vCISO engagements. Petronella Technology Group fills the gaps your team cannot staff full-time.

The managed services market has grown increasingly complex. Clients in defense, healthcare, finance, and critical infrastructure now demand compliance frameworks - CMMC, HIPAA, NIST 800-171, SOC 2 - alongside 24/7 threat detection and incident response. Most MSPs cannot afford to maintain the specialized certifications, security operations centers, and compliance expertise required to serve these accounts profitably.

Petronella Technology Group bridges that gap. As a Tier 1 partner with real credentials - CMMC-RP, MIT-Certified in AI and Blockchain, DFE #604180, CCNA, CWNE - we provide the technical depth and compliance authority that lets MSPs retain high-value clients without hiring six-figure security specialists. Our partner program is built for co-managed delivery: you own the client relationship; we handle the advanced security and compliance layers.

Whether you need a one-time penetration test (scoped per engagement), ongoing vCISO advisory, or full co-managed EDR/SIEM operations, Petronella operates as an invisible extension of your team. We do not compete for your clients. We make you indispensable to them.

Value Proposition

Why MSPs Choose Petronella as Their Security Backstop

Most MSPs hit a ceiling when clients require compliance certifications, advanced threat hunting, or 24/7 SOC coverage. Petronella provides that capability without requiring you to hire, train, or certify additional staff.

Going It Alone
Hire and retain expensive compliance specialists
Limited to basic antivirus and patch management
No 24/7 SOC for after-hours incidents
Turn away regulated industry clients
Risk compliance gaps and liability exposure
With Petronella as Partner
White-label vCISO and compliance expertise on demand
Co-managed EDR with 24/7 threat hunting
After-hours SOC coverage included
Win CMMC, HIPAA, and NIST 800-171 clients
Shared liability model with documented security controls
Engagement Model

How the MSP Partnership Works

We meet you where you are. Every engagement starts with a scoping conversation to determine the right blend of co-managed support, white-label services, and compliance enablement.

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Discovery Call
We review your client portfolio, compliance requirements, and current security stack.
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02
Scope Definition
Define which services we co-deliver: vCISO, EDR, compliance gap analysis, or full SOC.
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03
Onboarding
We integrate with your RMM, deploy agents, and establish reporting cadence.
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04
Co-Managed Delivery
Your team handles L1-L2; we handle advanced security, compliance, and after-hours incidents.
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05
Quarterly Review
Joint business review with metrics, threat reports, and compliance posture updates.
Service Catalog

Services Available to MSP Partners

Every service is delivered under your brand or as a transparent co-managed arrangement. Pricing is custom-scoped per engagement.

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vCISO & Compliance Advisory
White-label virtual CISO services including policy development, compliance roadmap, vendor risk management, and board-level reporting. CMMC, HIPAA, NIST 800-171, SOC 2 readiness assessments.
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Co-Managed EDR & MDR
24/7 endpoint detection and response with threat hunting, alert triage, and incident containment. Compatible with leading EDR platforms. SOC coverage for nights and weekends.
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Penetration Testing & Assessments
External and internal penetration testing, web application assessments, social engineering, and purple team exercises. Scoped per engagement with detailed remediation guidance.
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Compliance Gap Analysis
Systematic review of client environments against CMMC Level 2, HIPAA Security Rule, NIST SP 800-171, or PCI DSS. Delivered with prioritized remediation plan and evidence collection support.
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Incident Response Retainer
On-call IR support with guaranteed response SLAs. Includes forensic analysis, containment, eradication, and post-incident reporting. Available as a pass-through service for your clients. See our incident response retainer guide for how to position this with regulated clients.
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Security Awareness Training
Phishing simulations, role-based training modules, and compliance-focused curriculum. White-label delivery available with monthly reporting for your client accounts.
Capability Matrix

What We Cover vs. What You Keep

Petronella handles the advanced layers; your team retains control of day-to-day IT operations and client relationships.

Capability Your Team Petronella
Help desk & L1 support ✓ -
Patch management & RMM ✓ -
EDR deployment & daily monitoring ✓ ✓
24/7 SOC & threat hunting ✗ ✓
Incident response (triage + forensics) ✗ ✓
vCISO & compliance advisory ✗ ✓
CMMC / HIPAA / NIST gap analysis ✗ ✓
Penetration testing ✗ ✓
Client relationship management ✓ -
Quarterly business reviews ✓ ✓
Credentials

Real Credentials. Real Authority.

Petronella Technology Group holds verifiable certifications that matter for regulated industries. No fabricated claims. No inflated titles.

CMMC-RP
Craig Petronella
Registered Practitioner
CMMC-AB RPO #1449
Registered Provider Organization
Accredited by CMMC-AB
MIT-Certified
AI & Blockchain
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
DFE #604180
Digital Forensics Examiner
Certified forensic analyst
CCNA
Cisco Certified
Network associate level
CWNE
Certified Wireless Expert
Enterprise wireless authority
BBB A+
Since 2003
Accredited business
Raleigh, NC
Headquarters
On-site available regionally
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions from MSP partners evaluating the program.

What is the minimum commitment for the MSP Partner Program? +
There is no fixed minimum contract term. We start with a scoped engagement - typically a compliance gap assessment or a 90-day co-managed EDR pilot - and scale from there. Pricing is custom-quoted based on the services and client volume you need covered. If you want a lower-friction first step before any paperwork, you can join the Petronella MSP Inner Circle community to meet current partners and peer-network operators. Contact our partner team to discuss your specific requirements.
Do you compete with my MSP for client business? +
No. Petronella Technology Group operates exclusively as a sub-contractor and co-managed partner to MSPs. We do not solicit your clients directly. All services are delivered under your brand or with transparent co-branding as agreed in the partnership scope. Your client relationship remains yours.
What compliance frameworks can you support? +
We have direct experience with CMMC Level 2 requirements, HIPAA Security Rule, NIST SP 800-171, PCI DSS, and SOC 2 readiness. Our team holds CMMC-RP and CMMC-AB RPO #1449 credentials, plus MIT-Certified in AI and Blockchain for emerging compliance areas. For partners evaluating which framework fits a given client, our CMMC vs ISO 27001 comparison walks through the trade-offs, and our CMMC compliance checklist lays out the readiness steps your client portfolio will need. Learn more about our compliance services.
How does pricing work for partner engagements? +
All pricing is custom-scoped per engagement. We evaluate the number of endpoints, compliance requirements, after-hours coverage needs, and reporting cadence to provide a fixed monthly or per-project quote. There are no published dollar amounts because every partner arrangement is unique. Schedule a consultation for a tailored proposal.
What is the onboarding process for a new partner? +
Onboarding typically takes 2-4 weeks. We start with a discovery call to understand your stack and client requirements, then deploy our monitoring agents (compatible with most RMM platforms), establish alert routing, and conduct a joint kickoff with your team. We provide documentation and a 30-day shadow period before going fully operational.
Can you provide after-hours and weekend coverage? +
Yes. Our SOC provides 24/7 monitoring, alert triage, and incident response. Partners can define escalation rules for after-hours events. Standard coverage includes nights, weekends, and holidays with guaranteed response SLAs defined in the engagement scope.

Ready to Extend Your MSP Capabilities?

Schedule a no-obligation partner assessment. We will review your current client portfolio, identify compliance opportunities, and propose a co-managed engagement that fits your business model.

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