About FauxDefender
Melbourne's trusted partner in cybersecurity and IT excellence, protecting businesses since 2015.
Born From Real-World Experience
Every business deserves enterprise-grade security, regardless of size. We started FauxDefender in 2015 with one clear mission: make world-class cybersecurity accessible to Australian businesses.
Today, we work with businesses across Melbourne and beyond, from ambitious startups to established enterprises. Our team of certified experts brings deep technical expertise and a commitment to keeping your digital operations secure.
We're not here to sell you fear or complexity. We believe in rolling up our sleeves, solving real problems, and delivering security that actually works. No jargon, no finger-pointing, just solutions.
Our Mission
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Mission
Make enterprise-grade security accessible and affordable for growing Australian businesses.
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Vision
Every business can grow confidently, protected from cyber threats that would otherwise hold them back.
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Values
Security first, radical transparency, and relentless commitment to our clients' success.
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Track Record
100+ satisfied clients, 99.9% uptime, 10+ years of proven excellence across Australia.
What We Stand For
These aren't just words on a wall. They're how we operate every single day.
Security First
Every decision we make starts with one question: "Is this secure?" If it's not, we don't do it.
Radical Transparency
No hidden fees, no surprise bills, no corporate doublespeak. We tell it like it is.
Relentless Speed
In security, every second counts. We respond fast because your business can't wait.
Continuous Learning
Threats evolve constantly. So do we. Our team never stops learning and adapting.
Ownership Mentality
We treat your systems like our own. Your problems are our problems until they're solved.
Proudly Australian
Melbourne born and bred. We understand local businesses and local challenges.
The Humans Behind the Shields
We're not faceless IT drones. We're real people who genuinely care about your security. With over 10 years of combined industry experience and a track record of protecting 100+ businesses, we've built our reputation one satisfied client at a time.
Deepak
Founder & CEO
Cybersecurity & Network IT Engineer securing enterprises end-to-end. Over a decade of experience protecting Australian businesses from cyber threats. Coffee enthusiast.
Amy Kaur
Head of Frontend Development
CISSP-certified expert crafting secure, responsive web experiences. Specializes in building interfaces that are both beautiful and bulletproof against vulnerabilities.
Mohit
Head of Backend Development
AWS and Azure certified architect building bulletproof scalable systems. Expert in secure infrastructure design and cloud security architecture.
RamanDeep
Head of ETL Team
Transforming complex data pipelines into simple, actionable business insights. Specialist in data security and enterprise data management.
Certifications & Partnerships
We don't just talk security — we're certified in it. Over 10 years of partnership with industry leaders means you get proven, trusted expertise.
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Microsoft Partner
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AWS Certified
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CISSP Certified
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Cisco Partner
The FauxDefender Story
2015 — The Beginning
Founded with a mission to make enterprise-grade security accessible to Australian businesses
2017 — Building Foundations
Expanded our security services and brought on specialized engineers. Moved to our first dedicated office.
2019 — Always On
Launched 24/7 security monitoring and formalized our Security Operations capabilities.
2021 — Cloud Era
Added Cloud & DevOps services. Became AWS and Azure certified partners.
2023 — Compliance Focus
Launched Essential 8 and cyber insurance compliance services to help Australian businesses meet regulatory requirements.
2025 — Growing Stronger
Expanding our team and enhancing our security capabilities to meet evolving cyber threats.