Illini Tech Services Expands Cybersecurity Operations and Launches Cybersecurity Internship Program

CARLINVILLE, IL / ACCESS Newswire / June 10, 2025 / Illini Tech Services, a trusted provider of managed IT solutions with offices in Carlinville and Springfield, Illinois, is proud to announce a continued expansion of its cybersecurity operations. Building on more than a year of delivering professional penetration testing and security consulting services, the company is deepening its commitment to cybersecurity by formalizing these services under a dedicated department and partnering with a local college to offer hands-on internships for students majoring in Cybersecurity.

Illini Tech Services has long served businesses and public institutions across Illinois with a full range of cybersecurity solutions, and now supports clients such as county governments, community banks, healthcare providers, law firms, veterinary practices, non-profit groups, and labor unions. This expansion reinforces the company's role as a security-forward IT partner focused on practical, expert-driven protection from today's evolving cyber threats.

Led by Certified Experts with Real-World Experience

The cybersecurity division is led by Jeremy Ison, Lead Security Engineer, who brings over a decade of experience in penetration testing, vulnerability management, incident response, and compliance consulting. The team holds multiple advanced credentials including the Offensive Security Certified Professional+ (OSCP+), CRTO, PNPT, Security+, and PenTest+, underscoring deep expertise across both offensive and defensive disciplines.

Under Jeremy's guidance, Illini Tech Services delivers thorough security assessments, red-team simulations, and actionable reporting-empowering clients' IT teams and decision-makers to address risks with clarity and confidence.

Investing in Future Talent and Community Resilience

As part of its mission to build long-term cyber resilience in the region, Illini Tech Services has partnered with Blackburn College (Blackburn.edu) to launch a Cybersecurity Internship Program. This initiative offers students real-world experience in penetration testing, threat analysis, and defensive security operations, helping prepare the next generation of cybersecurity professionals while expanding the company's own potential pool of talent.

Comprehensive IT and Security Services

Alongside its advanced cybersecurity offerings, Illini Tech Services continues to provide fully managed IT solutions. As a certified Ubiquiti UniFi partner, the company specializes in enterprise networking, advanced video surveillance, and technology support plans designed to maximize uptime, performance, and peace of mind.

With its combined strengths in cybersecurity, infrastructure, and support, Illini Tech Services serves as a trusted, all-in-one technology partner for organizations across Illinois.

For more information, visit IlliniTechs.com or contact (217) 854-6260 to schedule a consultation.

SOURCE: Illini Tech Services