Owensboro, KY (September 25, 2025) |
Fastek, a leading security-first managed IT and cybersecurity provider serving clients in more than 20 states, was recently named to the 2025 Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. This recognition highlights Fastek’s dedication to proven processes, best practices, and commitment to helping organizations, such as community credit unions, strengthen security, compliance, and operational efficiency.
This year, Fastek launched the Credit Union CORE initiative, a program built exclusively for community credit unions. CORE (Cybersecurity Oversight, Resilience, and Education) is designed to help smaller credit unions meet the rigorous technology and cybersecurity requirements outlined in NCUA exams — including CORE IT, SCUEP, and CORE+ tiers.
“Community credit unions are expected to follow the same cybersecurity and compliance rules as billion-dollar banks, but often without the IT staff or resources to manage them,” said Chris Murphy, Founder and CEO of Fastek. “Our CORE Initiative was built to close that gap by providing examiner-ready reporting, 24/7 cybersecurity monitoring, and board-level scorecards — all at a predictable cost.”
The NCUA’s Information Security Examination (ISE) and Cybersecurity Assessment Tool (ACET) are increasingly central to how examiners evaluate a credit union’s readiness. Fastek’s CORE Initiative directly aligns its technology and security stack with these requirements, enabling credit unions to demonstrate compliance, protect member data, and alleviate exam-related stress.
“Being recognized on the Inc. 5000 list validates the strength of our team and the trust of our clients,” added Greg Martin, Chief Operating Officer at Fastek. “But what matters most is ensuring community credit unions can operate confidently, knowing their members are protected and their boards can show true cybersecurity oversight for staff and vendors.”
Fastek is a security-first managed IT and cybersecurity partner serving clients in more than 20 states. Through its Credit Union CORE initiative, the firm helps community credit unions meet NCUA exam requirements, protect member data, and provide examiner-ready compliance — all at a predictable cost. For more information about Fastek and how the firm helps community credit unions prepare for NCUA exams, visit fastekllc.com/core.