Pondurance LLC

Pondurance is a cybersecurity firm headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, specializing in Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services. Founded in 2008 by Ron Pelletier, the company's mission is to eliminate cyber risk by empowering mid-market organizations with world-class cybersecurity solutions, ensuring they can detect and respond to cyber threats regardless of their size or internal capabilities. Pondurance emphasizes a unique approach that combines advanced technology platforms with human intelligence to provide comprehensive security.

The company offers a suite of cybersecurity services including Managed Detection & Response (MDR), Incident Response (DFIR), Managed SIEM, Vulnerability Management, Exposure Management, Compliance Assurance, Advisory Services, Penetration Testing, Threat Hunting, and IR Retainers. These services are delivered through a 24/7 U.S.-based Security Operations Center (SOC) and are designed to protect mid-market organizations, particularly those in highly regulated industries handling sensitive data like PHI and PII. Pondurance's risk-based approach aims to continuously hunt, investigate, validate, and contain threats.

Led by CEO Doug Howard and Founder & Chief Customer Officer Ron Pelletier, Pondurance has recently been recognized as a leading player in the cybersecurity market, ranking #8 in the Top 25 Cybersecurity Companies of 2025 by Software Report. In early 2026, the company introduced MDR Essentials, featuring the Kanati™ Agentic AI SOC for autonomous operations, and enhanced its MDR service with RansomSnare for advanced ransomware prevention, alongside a new Microsoft 365-focused offering. Pondurance has also received multiple 2026 Global InfoSec Awards and 2025 Cybersecurity Excellence Awards, underscoring its current market positioning and innovation in combining AI with human expertise.