Steve Plumlee, CEO of Certified CIO, is a seasoned IT industry leader with over two decades of experience. Since acquiring Certified CIO in 2005, he has played a pivotal role in its sustained growth, often driven by referrals from satisfied clients. His commitment to strategic and client-focused solutions continues to define the company’s success.
Before leading Certified CIO, Steve served as Director of IT at Chesapeake Research Review, where he oversaw the implementation of HIPAA compliance initiatives. In addition, he has founded several startups in the fields of custom IT services, strategic consulting, and team management. His insights and leadership have earned him recognition in local media, including appearances on WBAL Radio as an expert panelist in IT and cybersecurity.
Steve is a proud graduate of Penn State University and holds multiple industry certifications, including MCP, Microsoft Small Business Specialist, A+, and CEHv8. His areas of expertise include:
Virtual CIO (vCIO) services
Business workflow planning and IT alignment
SWOT analysis and IT needs assessment
Ethical hacking and cybersecurity strategy
CRM design and management
Cross-platform system integration (Windows, Linux, Macintosh)
Through his leadership, Certified CIO has become a trusted partner for businesses seeking scalable, secure, and smart IT solutions.
“IT solutions should empower your business—not complicate it. At Certified CIO, we prioritize compliance and security at every step to keep you protected and positioned for growth.”