Northern Virginia Technology Council Names Tracepoint “Cyber Startup of the Year”

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Booz Allen Hamilton's subsidiary, Tracepoint, has been awarded the Cyber Startup of the Year by the Northern Virginia Technology Council at the annual Capital Cybersecurity Summit. This accolade recognizes Tracepoint's contributions to the cybersecurity sector, emphasizing its growth since its founding in December 2019. The company specializes in Digital Forensics and Incident Response, offering advanced cyber defense solutions. Since its acquisition by Booz Allen in September 2021, Tracepoint has significantly enhanced Booz Allen's cybersecurity portfolio.

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• Awarded Cyber Startup of the Year by NVTC, highlighting Tracepoint's leadership in cybersecurity.
• Tracepoint's rapid growth and expertise in Digital Forensics and Incident Response strengthens Booz Allen's market position.

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MCLEAN, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Tracepoint, a Booz Allen Hamilton (NYSE: BAH) company, was selected as Cyber Startup of the Year by the Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC) at the 6^th annual Capital Cybersecurity Summit & Capital Cyber Awards.

NVTC’s Capital Cyber Awards celebrate the Washington metro area’s best companies and individuals in cybersecurity, and winners are selected based on their exceptional dedication, vision, innovation, and contribution to the greater region’s cybersecurity industry.

Co-founded in December 2019 by Chris Salsberry, Brett Anderson, and Rob Driscoll and based in Fredericksburg, Va., Tracepoint is a recognized leader in Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR), remediation, and cyber risk and resilience management. Tracepoint partners with cyber insurance carriers, lawyers, brokers, and their clients respond to cyber incidents, delivering advanced cyber defense solutions to help clients defend against a growing number of debilitating cyber threats.

“I’m exceptionally proud of our team, the relationships they forge with clients and quality of work we deliver against the most significant cyberattacks,” said Chris Salsberry, Tracepoint’s chief executive officer.

In September 2021, Booz Allen announced that it completed the acquisition of Tracepoint after making an initial strategic investment in December 2020. Booz Allen’s cybersecurity portfolio includes many Fortune 100 and Global 2000 clients, as well as nearly every U.S. defense and federal agency, and the firm’s commercial business delivers advanced cyber services for clients across multiple industries, including financial services, health and life sciences, energy, transportation, and manufacturing.

“Under Chris Salsberry’s leadership, Tracepoint grew quickly to become a DFIR market leader, and I’m thrilled that the NVTC has recognized Tracepoint’s accomplishments,” said Bill Phelps, executive vice president and leader of Booz Allen’s commercial business. “Tracepoint is a key component to our long-term plans and this recognition today from the NVTC only reaffirms my excitement about the company today and what we can accomplish together in the future.”

About Booz Allen Hamilton
For more than 100 years, military, government, and business leaders have turned to Booz Allen Hamilton to solve their most complex problems. As a consulting firm with experts in analytics, digital solutions, engineering, and cyber, we help organizations transform. We are a key partner on some of the most innovative programs for governments worldwide and trusted by its most sensitive agencies. We work shoulder-to-shoulder with clients, using a mission-first approach to choose the right strategy and technology to help them realize their vision.

With global headquarters in McLean, Virginia, our firm employs approximately 28,600 people globally as of June 30, 2021, and had revenue of $7.9 billion for the 12 months ended March 31, 2021. To learn more, visit www.boozallen.com. (NYSE: BAH)

About Tracepoint
Tracepoint specializes in digital forensics and incident response with a comprehensive portfolio of pre- and post-breach services. Tracepoint’s team of experts has decades of experience helping organizations address cyber incidents, including ransomware, phishing, business email compromise, payment card incidents, and sophisticated trojan and malware attacks. Having investigated some of the most complex and disruptive security incidents, Tracepoint’s deep understanding of emerging threats proactively helps its clients improve their security posture and reduce the risk of falling victim to a costly cyber-attack.

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Jessica Klenk, Booz Allen Media Relations: Klenk_jessica@bah.com

Source: Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corporation

FAQ

What award did Booz Allen Hamilton's Tracepoint win recently?

Tracepoint was awarded Cyber Startup of the Year by the Northern Virginia Technology Council.

When was Tracepoint founded?

Tracepoint was co-founded in December 2019.

Who leads Tracepoint?

Tracepoint is led by Chris Salsberry, its CEO.

What is Booz Allen's relationship with Tracepoint?

Booz Allen completed the acquisition of Tracepoint in September 2021.

What does Tracepoint specialize in?

Tracepoint specializes in Digital Forensics and Incident Response.