Hiring internal IT in Massachusetts often costs $150,000–$200,000 annually when factoring salary, benefits, and security tooling. Managed IT for a 50-person firm typically ranges from $75,000–$120,000 annually, providing access to a full security team.
True Cost of Internal IT
- Salary: $100,000–$135,000
- Benefits: 25%
- Tools & licensing: $15,000–$40,000
- Total often exceeds $170,000
What Managed IT Provides
- 24/7 support
- Cybersecurity team
- Secure remote access
- Backup & recovery
- Compliance documentation
Risk Considerations
Law firms are prime ransomware targets due to sensitive data.
Downtime and breach exposure can cost hundreds of thousands in recovery and lost trust.
When Internal IT Makes Sense
- 150+ employees
- Dedicated cybersecurity staff
- Multi-office infrastructure
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