Cybersecurity Consulting Services for Secure Growth

Cybersecurity consulting services that turn ad hoc defenses into a planned security program. Family-run since 1994, LME's local technicians start with an honest risk assessment.

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Our Cybersecurity Consulting Services

As your business grows, so should your security plan. Get consulting, compliance guidance, monitoring, and recovery planning for practical protection.

Managed Cybersecurity

Comprehensive cybersecurity combining threat detection and response, SIEM, identity and access management, endpoint protection, audits, and disaster recovery planning.

Compliance Management

Risk assessments, policy development, gap analysis, monitoring, documentation, staff training, and coordination with auditors for HIPAA, ISO, SOC, and other requirements.

SOC Consulting

Guidance through SOC 1 and SOC 2 attestation, including control design, policies, procedures, security gap remediation, documentation, and auditor coordination.

Practical Security Guidance

Build a Stronger, More Resilient Security Program

Buying security tools one at a time from different vendors leaves gaps nobody owns. LME builds a real program around 24/7 SOC oversight, audits, and identity controls.

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Trusted By Businesses

Client Success Stories

These businesses had been let down by piecemeal security and advice that never turned into action. See how they built protection and continuity they rely on.

"LME is has an amazing team and have been great development partners on all our projects. They deliver on time and keep us updated frequently on what they are doing!!!"

Marlan Walker
Marlan Walker

"LME has proven to be an exceptionally reliable partner for us, consistently delivering high-quality results across a diverse range of projects. Joe is always offering helpful suggestions and making sure issues are resolved."

Shashi Narahari
Shashi Narahari

"When Joe assigned Ivan as our lead, we felt like we finally had IT solved. Ivan has been with us 24×7 and the team behind him makes sure nothing falls through the cracks."

David Schuelke
David Schuelke

"We’ve been using LME Services for our business IT support, and the experience has been fantastic. Their cybersecurity expertise, responsiveness, and ability to explain complex tech in plain English really set them apart."

Jason Bergen
Jason Bergen

"We are not IT savvy people and wanted the best equipment within our budget with the easiest set-up and usage possible, so we could focus our time on our legal clients. They’ve helped optimize our technology and simplify it down to something that is easy for us to use."

Lara Cleary
Lara Cleary

"I can’t say enough great things about LME Services. I’ve trusted them for years with my computer support needs. They are reliable, knowledgeable, and always willing to help."

Patty Lovelady
Patty Lovelady

"Thanks to LME Services’ efforts, our workflow issues are finally resolved. We’ve worked with other IT companies but they lacked the oversight we needed. Leon and his team collaborate seamlessly with us and make sure we know someone cares."

Travis Penfield
Travis Penfield

"They deliver on a wide-breadth of IT services and ensure everything works correctly. With the personal touch of a small team, LME communicates efficiently and is instantly responsive by email or phone."

George Dades
George Dades

"LME is has an amazing team and have been great development partners on all our projects. They deliver on time and keep us updated frequently on what they are doing!!!"

Marlan Walker
Marlan Walker

"LME has proven to be an exceptionally reliable partner for us, consistently delivering high-quality results across a diverse range of projects. Joe is always offering helpful suggestions and making sure issues are resolved."

Shashi Narahari
Shashi Narahari

"When Joe assigned Ivan as our lead, we felt like we finally had IT solved. Ivan has been with us 24×7 and the team behind him makes sure nothing falls through the cracks."

David Schuelke
David Schuelke

"We’ve been using LME Services for our business IT support, and the experience has been fantastic. Their cybersecurity expertise, responsiveness, and ability to explain complex tech in plain English really set them apart."

Jason Bergen
Jason Bergen

"We are not IT savvy people and wanted the best equipment within our budget with the easiest set-up and usage possible, so we could focus our time on our legal clients. They’ve helped optimize our technology and simplify it down to something that is easy for us to use."

Lara Cleary
Lara Cleary

"I can’t say enough great things about LME Services. I’ve trusted them for years with my computer support needs. They are reliable, knowledgeable, and always willing to help."

Patty Lovelady
Patty Lovelady

"Thanks to LME Services’ efforts, our workflow issues are finally resolved. We’ve worked with other IT companies but they lacked the oversight we needed. Leon and his team collaborate seamlessly with us and make sure we know someone cares."

Travis Penfield
Travis Penfield

"They deliver on a wide-breadth of IT services and ensure everything works correctly. With the personal touch of a small team, LME communicates efficiently and is instantly responsive by email or phone."

George Dades
George Dades

"LME is has an amazing team and have been great development partners on all our projects. They deliver on time and keep us updated frequently on what they are doing!!!"

Marlan Walker
Marlan Walker

"LME has proven to be an exceptionally reliable partner for us, consistently delivering high-quality results across a diverse range of projects. Joe is always offering helpful suggestions and making sure issues are resolved."

Shashi Narahari
Shashi Narahari

"When Joe assigned Ivan as our lead, we felt like we finally had IT solved. Ivan has been with us 24×7 and the team behind him makes sure nothing falls through the cracks."

David Schuelke
David Schuelke

"We’ve been using LME Services for our business IT support, and the experience has been fantastic. Their cybersecurity expertise, responsiveness, and ability to explain complex tech in plain English really set them apart."

Jason Bergen
Jason Bergen

"We are not IT savvy people and wanted the best equipment within our budget with the easiest set-up and usage possible, so we could focus our time on our legal clients. They’ve helped optimize our technology and simplify it down to something that is easy for us to use."

Lara Cleary
Lara Cleary

"I can’t say enough great things about LME Services. I’ve trusted them for years with my computer support needs. They are reliable, knowledgeable, and always willing to help."

Patty Lovelady
Patty Lovelady

"Thanks to LME Services’ efforts, our workflow issues are finally resolved. We’ve worked with other IT companies but they lacked the oversight we needed. Leon and his team collaborate seamlessly with us and make sure we know someone cares."

Travis Penfield
Travis Penfield

"They deliver on a wide-breadth of IT services and ensure everything works correctly. With the personal touch of a small team, LME communicates efficiently and is instantly responsive by email or phone."

George Dades
George Dades
The LME Difference

Why Choose LME Services?

Tired of security advice that sounds like a sales pitch? LME offers clear communication, an honest assessment, and a real plan.

Family-Run Experience

Founded in 1994, LME brings second-generation leadership and long-term relationship focus to every engagement.

24/7 SOC Oversight

Continuous monitoring and human support help Chicagoland businesses identify and respond to security concerns.

Plain-English Guidance

Receive practical recommendations that make complex security, compliance, and technology decisions easier to understand.

Unified Protection

Coordinate cybersecurity, managed IT, backups, compliance, and communications through one dedicated support team.

Meet The LME Services Team

Too many consultants find the risks and leave you to fix them. The same experienced people who assess your security help close every gap.

Portrait of Joe Engelking, CEO of LME Services

Joe Engelking

CEO

Joe Engelking serves as CEO of LME Services, proudly carrying forward the standard of service excellence his father, Leon, established in 1994. Based at the company's Hoffman Estates headquarters, Joe leads new business development and client relationships across the Chicagoland area, ensuring every organization receives technology solutions tailored to their unique needs. As a second-generation leader, he blends decades of family expertise with a forward-thinking approach, championing the integration of AI and automation into client operations to improve efficiency and security. Joe is deeply committed to LME's mission of practical, plain-English technology guidance, working closely with small and mid-size businesses, law firms, and financial services companies. His leadership reflects a genuine dedication to keeping clients running, secure, and confident in their technology partner.

Portrait of Leon Engelking, Founder of LME Services

Leon Engelking

Founder

Leon Engelking is the Founder of LME Services, having launched the company in 1994 after a career at IBM during the early rise of Microsoft and personal computing. Recognizing an underserved population of business owners who needed dependable, practical IT support as internet adoption emerged, Leon built LME from the ground up to meet that need. Over more than three decades, he guided the company through major technology shifts, including ransomware growth, cloud computing adoption, and the transition to remote work. His vision established LME's family-run culture and its commitment to long-term client relationships throughout Chicagoland. Leon's legacy continues to shape the company's values of security-first operations and dedicated, personalized service for small and mid-size businesses across the region.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a cybersecurity consultant do?

A cybersecurity consultant evaluates how an organization protects its systems, data, users, and operations, then recommends practical improvements. Work may include risk assessments, security audits, identity and access management, endpoint protection, threat monitoring, compliance preparation, policy development, and disaster recovery planning. LME Services also provides managed cybersecurity and 24/7 SOC oversight for organizations seeking ongoing protection and support.

What qualifications do you need to be a cyber security consultant?

What is included in cybersecurity consulting services?

Can cybersecurity consulting help with compliance requirements?

What is the difference between cybersecurity consulting and managed cybersecurity?

Does LME Services provide SOC 1 and SOC 2 consulting?

Can cybersecurity consulting support disaster recovery planning?

How does a business get started with LME Services?

Need Clearer Cybersecurity Direction?

Talk with LME Services about your security priorities and next steps.

Areas We Serve

Some security work needs a person in the building, not a ticket queue. When it does, local technicians from Hoffman Estates come on-site across Chicagoland.

Chicagoland

Primary Coverage

Hoffman Estates

Headquarters

24/7 Support

Availability

Do We Support Your Location?

Contact LME Services to discuss availability for your organization.

Trusted Experience

Awards and Recognition

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GoodFirms Best Company to Work With

Recognized by GoodFirms in 2023 for a client-first approach to IT support.

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UpCity Top IT Provider

Featured on UpCity among top-rated managed IT services providers in Chicago.

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Clutch Top Managed Service Provider Illinois 2024

Ranked by Clutch as a top managed service provider in Illinois for 2024.

Strengthen Your Cybersecurity Strategy

Ready to replace a provider that left you exposed, or build security your growth demands? Tell us your priorities to start a practical consultation.

Contact Us Today

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For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 847-496-5196. You can also send us a quick email at info@lmeservices.com.