Our Story
BL King Consulting officially opened in 2014, but our roots trace back to when our owner joined the Navy as a security officer over 20 years ago. During his service, he developed many of the skills he uses at BL King Consulting today, including an advanced understanding of cybersecurity and regulatory compliance. Additionally, as a veteran, our owner brings a unique energy to the IT space and emphasizes teamwork, discipline, integrity, and work ethic.
Since 2014, we have become a certified service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) and provided cybersecurity problem-solving for commercial clients and U.S. government contractors. Additionally, our team has served as a cybersecurity consultant for several high-profile government clients, including the Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Commerce, and Department of Veteran Affairs.
BL King is known for our straightforward approach to IT. Our team members are some of the most knowledgeable security experts in the business, which means you never have to wait for us to find the right solution. We get things done quickly, affordably, and most importantly—we do things the right way the first time.
Why BL King Consulting?
The IT industry is filled with companies that upcharge for basic services and apply the same generic solutions to every client’s network. At BL King Consulting, we do things differently. When you work with us, you get:
A network of technicians: Even though you may have one technician assigned to your business, you get the knowledge and expertise of our entire staff. Our team members each have different specialties, which means there’s always someone available who can solve your problem. We also keep detailed records of new processes, so our technicians always have resources to pull from.
Team members with experience in both the commercial and defense industry: Most IT providers work exclusively with either commercial or government clients. We work with both, which allows us to combine solutions from both sectors. As a commercial client, you get government-level security services to keep your data under lock and key.
Advanced cybersecurity compliance services: Very few IT providers know the difference between various DoD cybersecurity regulations, let alone the actual security controls required. Our business started as a compliance consultant, and we have experience helping different DoD contractors reach varying levels of compliance with CMMC, NIST, and DFARS.
Service contracts tailored to your needs and budget: Other IT providers lock you into a standard pricing structure and upcharge you for services you don’t need. We create a customized service plan to ensure you get all the services you need without unnecessary add-ons. Our goal is to find effective solutions that come in at—or under—your budget.
A Message to Garcia
A Navy veteran handed me this story a couple of years after I left the service. At that time, like many who transition out, I felt lost navigating the civilian world. Fortunately, I was surrounded by great veterans at work who each helped me in their own way.
When I first read A Message to Garcia, it hit home. The story speaks to the tenacity and drive it takes to thrive—whether surviving life on a remote cattle ranch, enduring the challenges of a submarine, or finding your way after service. It reminded me that the relentless determination I carried from my military experience wasn’t just valuable—it was a strength many around me didn’t have.
This timeless message continues to inspire anyone facing uncertainty, pushing them to act with purpose and persistence.
About Our Team
Bobby King – President, Inventor of CMMC in a Box
I’m the founder of BL King Consulting, and I’m on a mission to help 1,000 small businesses achieve CMMC compliance so they can establish and continue to grow their business within the Defense Industrial Base (DIB).
I’ve always been driven to achieve greatness.
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After a tour as a Submariner in the Navy….
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And a decade supporting USAF Acquisitions while navigating through regulations to find, develop, and deliver secure systems…
…I realized the best way I could achieve greatness was to deepen my commitment to my two greatest passions: Our outstanding, brave veterans and the fearless entrepreneurs that fuel our great economy.
As a lifelong entrepreneur, I know CMMC is the last thing you need to focus on. I also know that compliance shouldn’t be complicated. It shouldn’t come with an $80,000 invoice to start and another one every third year. It shouldn’t take up all your time. You know you are fairly secure anyway, and you shouldn’t be terrified you’re going to fail your audit and have to pay to get re-audited or worse.
CMMC compliance should be as easy as getting a checkup on your vehicle. I don’t cave to the “status quo” of compliance solutions that take years, cost $ hundreds of thousands, and feel more complicated than differential calculus.
Instead, I’ve applied that uniquely veteran tenacity and ingenuity toward an unrelenting pursuit of both security and simplicity for right-fit solutions. As a result, my solutions cost less, are implemented faster, and are far more-effective than many other solutions in the marketplace.
That is the mindset I bring to BL King Consulting and CMMC In A Box, a solution that can help you get audit-ready affordably in as little as 60 days.
My goal is to take the burdens of technology off your shoulders entirely, and to do so for the long-term so you can refocus on the things that truly matter. Like sitting down for dinner with kids before they’ve all moved out. Or finally getting in touch with that old prospect to close the sale. Or finally focusing on YOUR greatest PASSION. Anything but worrying about technology.
So, will you join me on OUR Voyage to 1,000 small businesses who are contributing to the DIB? If so, the success will be yours and the mission ours. Send me a message and tell me what your passion is and how we can help. We’ll take it from there.
Now, go be great.
Rachel Soanes – VP of Operations
Hi, My name is Rachel Soanes! Helping people to learn, grow, and succeed is core to who I am as a person and a professional.
When I’m off work, I’m volunteering, mentoring, and building strong relationships in my community. As the VP of BL King Consulting, I’m excited to help you focus on what you do best while we take care of your technology, compliance, and security.
Technology is complex, but that doesn’t mean it has to be confusing. I have over a decade of experience in IT leadership, cybersecurity governance, operational strategy, digital transformation, enterprise systems, infrastructure modernization, risk management, and service delivery operations.
My approach is centered around helping your business confidently manage technology, security, and compliance through connected, thoughtful IT strategies.
No techno-jargon that keeps you feeling confused. We provide simplicity and transparency in our contracts. It will be absolutely clear what our services will cost you! Also, no abstract, complex solutions that make things frustrating when a simpler solution would do just fine.
Instead, I want to help you make technology understandable, affordable, and manageable, then help you use it to grow your business and better support your customers and employees.
I love working at BL King Consulting because of the care the team has for their coworkers and customers. Behind the scenes, Bobby has created an environment where ownership is felt, service is paramount, trust is prioritized, and there’s a lot of potential for meaningful impact. That’s the kind of team I want to contribute to.
Technology is becoming more complex, and cybersecurity is only going to get more critical. That’s why I’m excited to join Bobby on his Voyage to 1000 and help create something truly meaningful.
So, will you join us on the Voyage to 1000? If so, send us a message! I’m excited to meet you and your team.
What We Offer
Safeguarding your data against internal and external threats is our top priority, regardless of whether you need to comply with regulations or just want to keep your private information safe. As a result, our core competencies revolve around security. Here’s what we offer:
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Governance gap analyses and compliance services
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Cybersecurity risk assessments and actionable recommendations
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Cost-effective, personalized services for each client
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Custom application development and testing
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Vulnerability and patch management
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Penetration testing for user-facing applications
If you have a cybersecurity problem that you or your current provider can’t handle, we can find a practical solution that won’t drain your bank account.
CMMC In A Box
Bobby King, our CEO, designed CMMC In a Box, a compliance solution that can help even small defense contractors get audit-ready in as little as 60 days affordably. Practically, what it includes is:
- A near-compliant physical or virtual computer shipped air-priority to your business.
- Customization of the remaining policies to your business and preferences.
- A branded email that you can use to send and receive CUI.
- Ongoing CMMC support both during and after your audit to make sure you pass on the first try and stay compliant once you’re certified.
It’s an all-in-one package for any business of any size in any industry to get audit-ready in as little as 60 days affordably, pass the audit on the first try, and then forget about CMMC so you can focus on whatever your real passion is.
What Our Clients Say
“With BL King Consulting’s gap analysis and get-well plan we were able to identify low-cost implementations to bring us in compliance with CMMC Level 1 with minimal investment and plan/budget for our CMMC level 3 implementation.”
– Alliance Technical Solutions
“Through working with Bobby, we were able to go from 49% to near 100% compliant with CMMC at a much lower cost than other providers quoted us. We now trust Bobby with not only our CMMC needs, but also with cybersecurity and IT in general. They’ve become our go-to team for everything technology!”
– Teagan Phelan, Owner, Phelan Construction
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BL King Consulting has been bringing veteran energy to the managed security industry since 2014. As your managed security service provider, we solve complex technology problems and help you achieve compliance with the strictest data security standards.