SECTOR_ABOUT // ORIGIN
See your security through an attacker's eyes.
Started in 2018 by Matt Hosburgh, uMercs was born out of a desire to secure small and mid-sized businesses that were increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks. At the time, enterprise-level cybersecurity was accessible only to organizations with substantial security budgets, leaving smaller businesses exposed. Driven by the need to offer a more inclusive solution, Matt dedicated countless late nights and minimal resources to build uMercs into the company it is today.
Today uMercs delivers advanced solutions tailored to businesses of all sizes. Our mission is clear: empower organizations to fight their digital battles effectively, so they can focus on running their business without fear of cyber threats.
SECTOR_TEAM // OPERATORS
The operators behind uMercs.
Donnie
Principal Offensive Security Engineer
With over 22 years in information and network security, Donnie specializes in penetration testing, incident response, network traffic analysis, anomaly detection, endpoint protection, malware analysis, and reverse engineering. A certified penetration tester and cyber threat hunter, he focuses on finding and mitigating vulnerabilities and threats in complex systems and environments. Donnie also holds an MBA.

Maya brings over 18 years of Army experience, starting as a military police officer and later serving as an Intelligence Analyst, with leadership roles in security and fitness training. She went on to a civilian career in law enforcement, specializing in human trafficking investigations, before moving into cybersecurity. Maya holds CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certifications, has completed coursework in Risk Management and Cyber Defense, and earned a degree in Criminal Justice from Winona State University.

Carter came to cybersecurity mid-career after roles in insurance, mortgage, and entertainment. When a cyber criminal drained his personal finances, he turned that experience into a mission, training with Offensive Security (OSCP) and interning at traced.io. At uMercs he manages systems, oversees network services, and uses a range of offensive tools to help organizations protect their data from malicious actors. His Communications degree from Wingate University helps him explain complex security findings in plain terms.
SECTOR_WHY // ADVANTAGE
Why so many businesses depend on uMercs.
Real Attackers, Not Automated Scans
Our operators think and move like real adversaries, chaining weaknesses across networks, people, and AI systems into verified attack paths, then showing you exactly how to close them.
Plain English. No Jargon.
We bridge technical precision and business understanding. Findings and strategy come in clear, actionable language, never geek speak.
Satisfaction Guarantee
We stand by the integrity and impact of our work. If you're not satisfied, we'll make it right.
Proactive Threat Mitigation
Always-on monitoring, vulnerability scanning, and autonomous penetration testing detect and neutralize ransomware, SQL injection, misconfigurations, and zero-days before they disrupt you.
Our turn-key service models are built to meet your exact risk profile and compliance needs, without bloated overhead. From penetration testing to purple team evaluations, we deliver enterprise-grade security that aligns with your budget and business goals.
SECTOR_06 // INTERCEPT
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