HD Tech Launches "Cyber Lifeguard" to Defend Orange County Businesses Amid Rising Cyber Threats

SEAL BEACH, Calif., Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- HD Tech, Orange County's premier managed IT provider since 1994, today unveiled its bold new campaign: "Cyber Lifeguard." Designed to combat a 42% surge in local cyber attacks, this initiative emphasizes HD Tech's unique "Right of Boom" approach—preparing businesses not just to prevent cyber threats but respond decisively when breaches occur.

Tom Hermstad, Founder and Lead Technology Strategist, puts it bluntly: "Just as lifeguards must be ready when swimmers get in trouble, businesses must be ready when cyber threats inevitably strike. It's not if—it's when. We're Orange County's cyber lifeguards, ensuring local companies stay safe in hazardous digital waters."

The OC Cyber Threat Surge

Recent HD Tech analysis paints a troubling picture:

• Business email attacks up 38%
• End-of-quarter ransomware attacks up 45%
• Healthcare sector breaches up 33%
• Government contractor attacks surged 52%

Orange County's diverse economy—from Irvine's tech startups to Anaheim's hospitality giants—faces uniquely targeted threats due to valuable data and resources that cybercriminals seek. The FBI reports California businesses lost over $1.2 billion in 2024, with OC disproportionately targeted.

"Right of Boom" – Preparing for the Inevitable

While traditional IT firms focus only on prevention, HD Tech equips businesses for effective post-breach response and rapid recovery. The track record speaks for itself: no successful ransomware incidents and consistently reliable uptime for clients year after year.

Deep OC Market Expertise

With three decades serving industries from biotech to hospitality and healthcare, HD Tech tailors solutions to the specific cybersecurity needs of every Orange County city:

• Irvine's tech corridor
• Anaheim's entertainment district
• Santa Ana's civic and legal sectors

Enterprise-Level Security for All

As a Microsoft Partner and Fortinet Advanced Partner, HD Tech offers enterprise-grade protection scaled specifically for small to mid-sized businesses. Recognizing SMBs as prime cybercrime targets, HD Tech's approach ensures robust defense without enterprise-level costs.

Protecting the OC Community

"Cyber attacks impact the entire community, not just individual businesses," Hermstad emphasizes. "As OC's Cyber Lifeguards, we're committed to safeguarding the local economy, one business at a time."

SOURCE HD Tech