Empowering Your Cybersecurity Journey
At Open District Solutions, we see cybersecurity as a journey—an ongoing organizational investment requiring leadership, strategic vision, and continuous improvement. Cybersecurity is more than just tools and funding; it’s about understanding risk and integrating it into every aspect of your planning and strategy.
Our firm supports clients at every stage—from identifying security needs and gaining leadership buy-in to resourcing, procurement, and partnerships. We help organizations leverage existing resources, build strategic partnerships, and advance their cybersecurity programs by continuously maturing, monitoring, and adapting to evolving threats.
Check out our services to see how we can support your organization’s cybersecurity journey.
Executive Cybersecurity Strategy
Our firm develops tailored cybersecurity strategies that align with your organization’s specific needs, risk landscape, and operational goals. Whether building a Security Operations Center (SOC) from the ground up, enhancing governance practices, or strengthening cybersecurity maturity, our approach ensures a comprehensive and resilient solution. We create roadmaps that account for both strategic risk management and long-term growth, regulatory compliance, and operational resilience.
Crisis Management Solutions
Cybersecurity incidents represent significant crises, requiring coordination and structured responses. Open District Solutions takes a comprehensive view of crisis management, working across the phases of mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery to provide full support during incidents. Our services include the development of cybersecurity incident response and coordination plans tailored to specific operational environments. Our firm also designs training programs and facilitates tabletop exercises to ensure teams are prepared for any eventuality. During incidents, our firm provides hands-on guidance by establishing and managing Incident Command to streamline coordination and decision-making. We assist with navigating legal and regulatory requirements, including reporting obligations and data retention, while ensuring that the response is managed at the appropriate operational tempo. Our team offers Public Relations (PR) support, helping organizations manage external communications and protect their reputation. Throughout the process, our firm ensures all data retention and reporting requirements are met, keeping organizations on track and compliant. By approaching cybersecurity incidents as crises, we ensure organizations are equipped not only to respond but to recover and strengthen their resilience.
Government Affairs and Business Development
Open District Solutions helps companies leverage strategic government affairs to enhance business development opportunities. Our firm identifies key opportunities in the SLTT and SLED sectors, aligning business strategies with government needs and positioning organizations for success in these critical areas.
Workforce Development and Partnerships
Solving workforce development challenges is essential in the cybersecurity space. Our firm partners with cybersecurity ranges, academia, and innovative apprenticeship programs to develop and implement solutions that bridge the talent gap. These programs connect organizations with emerging talent while also creating pathways for future growth and skills development.
Cybersecurity Assessments and Maturity Development
Open District Solutions conducts thorough cybersecurity assessments to help organizations identify vulnerabilities and gaps. Our firm provides detailed roadmaps for improving cybersecurity posture, covering areas such as architecture reviews, governance, risk and compliance (GRC), and maturity assessments. A core part of these assessments is understanding and integrating risk management into your cybersecurity strategy.
Cybersecurity Investment and Architecture
Building a strong cybersecurity program is not just about tools or technology—it’s about making strategic investments over time. Our firm works with organizations to develop phased investment plans that align security needs with budget constraints, ensuring scalable, cost-effective solutions. Our expertise in cybersecurity architecture ensures organizations are protected with robust, resilient security measures that evolve and mature over time.
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About Us
Founded by Netta Squires in 2015, Open District Solutions, LLC (ODS) brings a wealth of experience in the state, local, tribal, and territorial (SLTT) sector, working closely with local governments, state agencies, and national-level organizations. Our firm integrates cybersecurity and emergency management principles with a deep focus on building long-term resilience for our clients, including critical infrastructure partners in sectors like public health and water and wastewater.
At ODS, we believe that resilience is not just an endpoint (pun intended)– it’s a continuous cycle and an ongoing journey. To build true resilience, it’s essential to take a holistic approach—one that considers the full scope of mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery.
Our guiding principle is that relationships and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do. The foundation of our success lies in our ability to convene stakeholders, bring the right partners to the table, and listen to understand their needs and challenges. By working together, we create practical, applicable solutions that are tailored to each organization’s specific context. Whether addressing cybersecurity, emergency management, or critical infrastructure protection, we build solutions with partners—not for them.
Why Choose Open District Solutions?
At Open District Solutions, cybersecurity is viewed as an ongoing journey. From understanding and managing risk, securing leadership buy-in, and allocating resources to continuous monitoring and advancement, our firm guides organizations every step of the way. Our comprehensive approach ensures that your organization not only meets today’s cybersecurity challenges but builds the foundation for long-term security and resilience.