HBS Continues as Iowa Cybersecurity Leader
DES MOINES, IOWA — As cyber threats continue to hit organizations of every size, Heartland Business Systems (HBS) has reaffirmed its position as Iowa’s premier cybersecurity partner. Through the annual Secure Iowa Conference, the statewide push from Technology Association of Iowa (TAI) during October’s Cybersecurity Action Month, and managed security operations (SOC) presence among the strongest in the state, HBS remains at the center of Iowa cybersecurity.
From Awareness to Action: Helping Lead Iowa’s Cybersecurity Movement
In 2022, information security in Iowa took a major step forward, when Governor Kim Reynolds proclaimed October as Cybersecurity Action Month, an evolution of the national Cybersecurity Awareness Month established in 2004.
That shift, championed by the Technology Association of Iowa (TAI) and Pratum (now part of HBS), moved the statewide focus from simply knowing about cyber risks to acting on them.
Together, HBS (then Pratum) and TAI launched free public resources—including training guides, infographics and videos—to help Iowa organizations build vendor-risk programs, incident-response plans, employee training, business-impact analyses and more.
That early partnership set the tone for what HBS continues to do today: transform cybersecurity awareness into real, measurable action.
Together, HBS (then Pratum) and TAI launched free public resources—including training guides, infographics and videos—to help Iowa organizations build vendor risk programs, incident response plans, employee training, business impact analyses and more.
That early partnership set the tone for what HBS continues to do today: transform cybersecurity awareness into real, measurable action.
The Secure Iowa Conference: Iowa's Premier Cybersecurity Event
One of the signature security initiatives from HBS is the Secure Iowa Conference. Hosted annually, the event brings together business leaders, IT professionals, security specialists and industry experts for education, networking, hands-on discussion and demonstrations.
Begun in 2012, the Secure Iowa Conference has been central to Iowa’s cybersecurity conversation and instrumental in bringing Iowa’s information security community together. Every year, the Secure Iowa Conference attracts hundreds of Iowa’s cybersecurity leaders—including speakers and panelists from state government, school districts, and some of the largest companies in Iowa—creating a uniquely valuable forum for connection and learning.
With Secure Iowa, HBS continues to position itself as the hub of Iowa’s cybersecurity community, providing education, network-building and innovation to drive cybersecurity in Iowa forward.
Comprehensive Cybersecurity for Iowa … and Beyond
While many providers outsource or offshore their security operations center (SOC), HBS keeps its SOC team right here in Central Iowa. The HBS Security Operations Center is built on Microsoft’s industry-leading security stack, including Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, Entra and the broader Microsoft Security platform trusted by organizations worldwide.
That foundation matters. It means Iowa organizations get local analysts backed by enterprise-grade tools and a team that holds multiple Microsoft security specializations, including Identity and Access Management, Cloud Security, and Threat Protection.
Certified Microsoft Security Expertise
The result is a security program that combines the strength of a global security ecosystem with a team that understands Iowa organizations, their challenges and the threats targeting them.
HBS plays a hands-on role in protecting Iowa organizations every day, not just through education and events, but through a full range of security services.
That includes managed detection and response, penetration testing, vulnerability scanning and email security to stop threats before they spread. HBS also provides digital forensics and incident response to help organizations recover quickly after an attack, along with backup, replication and disaster recovery solutions that keep operations running.
For teams that need leadership and expertise, HBS offers virtual CISOs, virtual security engineers, and virtual security team services to strengthen strategy and execution. And through risk assessments, governance and compliance support, and guidance on frameworks like SOC 2 and CMMC, HBS helps businesses build lasting resilience.
Whether it’s a small city government, a school district, a regional manufacturer, or an enterprise business that spans the globe, HBS gives organizations the tools and expertise to take control of their security posture.
Real Results: How HBS Helps Clients Strengthen Cybersecurity
HBS leadership in cybersecurity shows through real outcomes across industries. From law and education to finance and healthcare, organizations trust the team to secure data, meet compliance goals and respond fast when threats arise.
See how organizations solve real security challenges with HBS.
A People-First Iowa Cybersecurity Team
The HBS team’s cybersecurity strength is rooted in its people, and the state has taken notice. The HBS Iowa office has been named a Top Workplace by the Des Moines Register for two consecutive years, reflecting a culture built on teamwork, growth and genuine care for clients and colleagues.
Stability, expertise and experience set HBS apart. Iowa organizations can count on a partner that understands the state, invests in local talent and remains committed for the long term.
From leading the Secure Iowa Conference to strengthening organizations with a locally based SOC and an award-winning Iowa team, HBS continues to move cybersecurity forward across the state.
The focus stays the same. Give Iowa organizations the expertise, visibility and support they need to stay ahead of today’s threats.
HBS remains committed to serving Iowa with the people, tools and guidance that build real security resilience. For more information about HBS and Iowa cybersecurity services, email [email protected] or contact the HBS team.
