7 Layer Solutions
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Chicago-based IT solutions firm serving diverse verticals including private equity and financial services. Noted for M&A IT due diligence, fractional CISO services, and enterprise-grade managed IT. Strong client testimonials highlighting responsiveness and 24/7 system access delivery.
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About 7 Layer Solutions
7 Layer Solutions is a Chicago-based IT solutions firm providing a comprehensive range of managed IT, cybersecurity, enterprise IT, and infrastructure advisory services to an extensive and diverse client base. With 51-200 employees, the company operates at a scale that supports complex engagements across multiple industries while maintaining the agility of a regional specialist. Their service lines span five core areas: Managed IT Services (cloud integration, cloud portfolio management), Enterprise IT Services (FTE staff augmentation, project-based IT support), Cybersecurity Services (security health checks, risk remediation, fractional CISO), Infrastructure and Advisory Services (IT assessments, M&A due diligence, IT strategy), and Application Development (SharePoint, Power BI, custom apps). The fractional CISO offering is particularly notable — it positions them as a strategic partner for organizations that need executive-level security leadership without a full-time hire. Their client base spans a sophisticated mix of verticals: Private Equity firms, Financial Services, Manufacturing, Distribution, Professional Services, Government, and Not-for-Profit. The M&A IT due diligence practice is a differentiator that few regional MSPs offer, making them a natural fit for PE-backed companies and fast-growing businesses navigating acquisitions. For Chicago-area businesses that need more than basic managed services — especially those in financial services, private equity, or undergoing M&A activity — 7 Layer Solutions offers strategic depth and the bench strength of a mid-sized firm. They are a strong fit for companies that want a true technology partner, not just a help desk vendor.