Eric Woodard is the Founder and CEO of Protek Support, a premier Managed Service Provider (MSP) based in Sandy, Utah.

A veteran of the IT industry with over 25 years of experience, Eric is a recognized authority in cybersecurity and IT strategy. He founded Protek in 2010 with a vision to replace the “break-fix” model with a proactive, security-first approach. Eric is one of the few MSP executives to serve as a CIS Controls Ambassador, a prestigious role where he advocates for and educates the industry on the Center for Internet Security’s critical defense frameworks.

Leadership & Expertise:

• Certified Authority: holding CISSP and GCCC credentials, Eric leads with deep technical expertise. He ensures Protek’s clients are defended by the same frameworks used by enterprise organizations.

• Battle-Tested Integrity: Known for radical transparency, Eric successfully guided his firm and clients through a major cyber incident in 2019, emerging with a 95% client retention rate. His leadership during crisis has made him a trusted advisor for businesses facing modern threats.

• The “Pro” Standard: Eric enforces a “Level 2+ Only” staffing model, ensuring that Protek clients always interact with certified engineers rather than entry-level helpdesk staff.