Flexible Capacity
- Pre-vetted specialists in DFIR, cloud security, compliance, and automation
- Rapid staffing for surge requirements without compromising quality
- Socket23 oversight ensures consistent deliverables and communication
About Our Team
Security engineering, compliance, and incident response specialists
Leadership
Joseph Miller, Founder & CEO
Background & ExperienceSocket23 is led by Joseph Miller, a GIAC-certified engineer focused on translating complex regulatory requirements into resilient security programs. Joseph blends deep technical experience with a practical mindset honed through real-world incident response, infrastructure design, and compliance engagements.
Our core team sets the strategy and delivery standards, and we contract trusted engineers to sustain client delivery when workloads spike. Whether the work calls for DFIR analysts, cloud architects, or compliance writers, we bring in the right specialists while keeping projects on schedule.
Socket23 operates out of Sandy, Oregon and supports clients throughout the United States with remote-first delivery and on-site options for critical milestones.
Core Expertise
- IRS Security Six and FTC Safeguards compliance programs
- Written Information Security Plans (WISP) and policy development
- Penetration testing, SIEM engineering, and threat hunting
- Incident response, ransomware negotiation, and recovery planning
- AI/LLM security automation and Model Context Protocol integrations
- Remote Aplication troubleshooting & secure remote hardware support <
- Small office / home office (SOHO) networking: design, VLANs, Wi-Fi, IoT isolation
- Backup, disaster recovery & business continuity (BCDR) planning
On-Demand Engineering Network
Structured Activation
- Playbooks that embed contractors into client workflows within hours
- Shared collaboration stack for documentation, evidence, and status updates
- Clear lines of accountability so clients always know who is on point
Strategic Partnerships
SpareEye
We partner with SpareEye to expand managed security services, crisis response, and forensic depth for mid-market clients.
Trusted Contractor Bench
Socket23 maintains direct relationships with independent engineers and boutique consultancies so we can contract additional staff for high-volume engagements and keep client needs covered, given adequate notice.
Delivery Principles
Security by Design
Every engagement starts with architecture that builds controls into the foundation rather than bolting them on later.
Practical Outcomes
We deliver solutions your team can operate daily, with documentation, handoff sessions, and measurable success criteria.
Continuous Improvement
Post-engagement reviews, threat updates, and optional retainers keep programs aligned with evolving regulations and risks.