Cycurion Debuts on MSSP Alert’s 2025 Top 250 MSSPs List, Ranking No. 116 and Earning Top-Tier Industry Recognition
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Cycurion (Nasdaq: CYCU) announced it was named to MSSP Alert’s 2025 MSSP 250 list, debuting at No. 116 on December 16, 2025. The placement puts the company in the top 50% of global managed security service providers in its first year being evaluated.
The ranking assesses firms on multiple performance and industry criteria, including:
- annual recurring revenue
- profitability
- business growth rate
- cybersecurity headcount
- breadth and maturity of managed services
- editorial assessment and third‑party recognitions
The company highlighted its AI‑driven Cyber Shield platform and said the recognition supports its growth plans into 2026.
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News Market Reaction 5 Alerts
On the day this news was published, CYCU declined 6.57%, reflecting a notable negative market reaction. Argus tracked a peak move of +8.6% during that session. Argus tracked a trough of -14.3% from its starting point during tracking. Our momentum scanner triggered 5 alerts that day, indicating moderate trading interest and price volatility. This price movement removed approximately $1M from the company's valuation, bringing the market cap to $17M at that time.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
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Peers on Argus 1 Down
CYCU was down 2% while key peers showed mixed moves: ARBB fell 16.16% (also in momentum scanner at about -5.75%), JZ rose 3.77%, and others were relatively modest. This points to stock-specific dynamics rather than a broad sector trend.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 11 | Dividend ratio update | Neutral | -15.6% | Updated share dividend distribution ratio and valuation details. |
| Dec 09 | Strategic outlook | Positive | +9.0% | CEO interview on 2025 achievements, debt reduction and 2026 growth focus. |
| Dec 05 | Private placement close | Negative | +15.3% | Closed $6.0M private placement with share and warrant issuance. |
| Dec 05 | Special share dividend | Positive | +15.3% | Announced $500,000 CYCU share dividend with Dec 30, 2025 payment date. |
| Dec 04 | Private placement pricing | Negative | -4.3% | Priced $6.0M private placement with shares and five-year warrants. |
Recent news saw sharp reactions around capital raises and dividends: a positive response to the initial $500,000 share dividend and private placement closing, but a notable selloff on the later dividend ratio update, indicating sensitivity to follow-up details.
Over the past weeks, Cycurion announced a $500,000 special common share dividend, followed by an updated distribution ratio, and executed a $6.0 million private placement at $3.62 per share with warrants for up to 3,314,920 shares. A CEO interview highlighted 2025 progress, debt reduction, and use of an ELOC after going public in February 2025. Price reactions ranged from about -15.64% on the dividend ratio update to about +15.28% on the dividend and private placement closing, showing volatile responses to financing and shareholder-return actions.
Market Pulse Summary
The stock moved -6.6% in the session following this news. A negative reaction despite industry recognition fits a backdrop where investors have focused on financing structure and risk. Recent events like the $6.0 million private placement and the $500,000 stock dividend caused sharp swings, including about -15.64% after the dividend ratio update. With shares well below the 200-day MA and far under the $323.871 52-week high, some market participants may have prioritized balance sheet and going-concern concerns over reputation-focused accolades.
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MCLEAN, Va., Dec. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cycurion, Inc. (Nasdaq: CYCU) (“Cycurion” or the “Company”), a trusted leader in IT cybersecurity and AI-driven solutions, today announced its selection to the 2025 MSSP 250 ranking. The Company now stands among the world’s top leading managed security services providers, according to MSSP Alert, a CyberRisk Alliance resource. Cycurion earned a placement in the top
The annual MSSP 250 ranking assesses organizations on a range of performance and industry criteria, including:
- Annual recurring revenue
- Profitability
- Business growth rate
- Cybersecurity professional headcount
- Breadth and maturity of managed security services
- MSSP Alert’s editorial assessment of MSSPs worldwide
- Third-party industry recognitions (e.g., Gartner, Forrester, IDC, Canalys)
The complete 2025 MSSP 250 list is available here: https://www.msspalert.com/top-250-2025?page=10
“We are thrilled to be recognized on the 2025 MSSP 250 list. This achievement underscores our commitment to delivering cutting-edge, AI-powered cybersecurity solutions and exceptional customer service,” said Kevin Kelly, Chairman and CEO of Cycurion. “As cyber threats continue to accelerate in scale and sophistication, we remain focused on staying ahead of adversaries with our flagship Cyber Shield platform and protecting what matters most to our clients, while supporting continued growth and expansion as we move into 2026.”
“MSSP Alert and CyberRisk Alliance congratulate Cycurion on this honor,” said Jessica C. Davis, editorial director of MSSP Alert, a CyberRisk Alliance resource. “The Top 250 MSSPs are an elite group of cybersecurity service providers, and they continue to outperform the overall cybersecurity services market. Members of this list are, what we believe, the best of the best.”
MSSP Alert’s Top 250 MSSPs list and research report are overseen by Jessica C. Davis, editorial director, MSSP Alert and ChannelE2E.
About Cycurion, Inc.
Based in McLean, Virginia, Cycurion (NASDAQ: CYCU) is a forward-thinking provider of IT cybersecurity solutions and AI, committed to delivering secure, reliable, and innovative services to clients worldwide. Specializing in cybersecurity, program management, and business continuity, Cycurion harnesses its AI-enhanced ARx platform and expert team to empower clients and safeguard their operations. Along with its subsidiaries, Axxum Technologies LLC, Cloudburst Security LLC, and Cycurion Innovation, Inc., Cycurion serves government, healthcare, and corporate clients committed to securing the digital future. More info: www.cycurion.com.
About CyberRisk Alliance
CyberRisk Alliance provides business intelligence that helps the cybersecurity ecosystem connect, share knowledge, accelerate careers, and make smarter and faster decisions. Through our trusted information brands, network of experts, and more than 250 innovative annual events, we provide cybersecurity professionals with actionable insights and act as a powerful extension of cybersecurity marketing teams. Our brands include SCWorld, the Official Cybersecurity Summits, Security Weekly, InfoSec World, Identiverse, CyberRisk Collaborative, ChannelE2E, MSSP Alert, LaunchTech Communications and TECHEXPO Top Secret. Learn more at www.cyberriskalliance.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains statements that are forward-looking statements as defined within the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including, but not limited to, statements relating to the operations and prospective growth of Cycurion’s business.
Certain statements in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Any statements contained in this press release that are not statements of historical fact may be deemed forward-looking statements. Such statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the anticipated closing of the offering; the Company’s anticipated use of proceeds from the offering; the acceleration of the Company’s inorganic growth strategy; the continued execution on the Company’s backlog; and other statements that are not historical facts, including statements which may be accompanied by words such as “continue,” “will,” “may,” “could,” “should,” “expect,” “expected,” “plans,” “intend,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “predict,” “potential,” and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements, many of which are generally outside the control of Cycurion and are difficult to predict. Examples of such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the outcomes of the Company’s investigations, any potential legal proceedings, or the future performance of the Company’s stock. Additional factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements can be found in the most recent annual report on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, and current reports on Form 8-K filed by Cycurion with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Cycurion anticipates that subsequent events and developments may cause its plans, intentions, and expectations to change. Cycurion assumes no obligation, and it specifically disclaims any intention or obligation, to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as expressly required by law. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made and should not be relied upon as representing Cycurion’s plans and expectations as of any subsequent date.
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