About

Built by Engineers.
Focused on Security.

Warden Networks exists because every business deserves enterprise-grade network security — not just the ones with enterprise budgets.

Our Story

Who We Are

Warden Networks was founded with a clear purpose: to bring serious network engineering and cybersecurity expertise to businesses that have traditionally been underserved by the industry.

Too often, small and mid-size businesses are sold generic solutions by vendors who don't take the time to understand their environment. The result is infrastructure that looks complete on paper but leaves real gaps in practice.

We do things differently. Every engagement starts with listening. We take the time to understand your business, your constraints, and your goals — then we engineer solutions that actually fit.

Our Approach
  • ✓ Direct communication — no account managers between you and the engineer
  • ✓ Plain-language explanations of technical decisions
  • ✓ No unnecessary upsells or vendor lock-in
  • ✓ Full documentation of everything we build
  • ✓ Available when you need us
The Team

Who You'll Work With

Rick Hollmer

Founder & Lead Network Engineer

Rick Hollmer brings over 29 years in IT and 20+ years specializing in network design and security. He has engineered and secured multi-site enterprise networks across energy, aviation, finance, and tech — working with Cisco, Palo Alto, and Meraki — and now leads Warden Networks, delivering enterprise-grade network engineering to small and mid-sized organizations.

CCNA CCDA CCNP CompTIA Network+
How We Work

Our Values

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Honesty First

We tell you what you need to hear, not what you want to hear. If your current setup has a serious problem, you'll know about it immediately.

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Engineering Rigor

We don't cut corners. Every design decision is deliberate, documented, and explained. We build things that work reliably over time.

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Direct Relationships

You work directly with the engineer doing the work — not a salesperson or a project coordinator. Direct communication produces better outcomes.

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Knowledge Transfer

Our goal is for you to understand your own infrastructure. We document everything and take the time to walk your team through what was built.

Let's Talk About Your Network

Whether you have a specific project in mind or just want a second opinion on your current setup — we're happy to start with a conversation.