Top 10 Outsourced IT Providers in the US for 2026
A look at the best outsourced IT and managed service providers in the US for small and mid-sized businesses, plus an alternative worth considering.
Finding the right outsourced IT provider can be overwhelming. There are hundreds of MSPs and IT firms in the US alone, and most of their websites say the same thing.
To save you the research, here are nine of the most established outsourced IT providers serving small and mid-sized businesses in the US right now, plus one alternative if the traditional MSP model isn't quite what you need.
1. Electric
Electric takes a modern, platform-first approach to IT management. They consolidate device management, security, onboarding, offboarding, and support into a single dashboard. Their chat-based support model and AI-powered IT assistant make them a popular choice for companies that want a tech-forward MSP experience.
Best for: Tech-savvy teams that want self-service IT tools alongside human support.
2. Ntiva
Ntiva has been around for over two decades. They offer 24/7 help desk support, cybersecurity, cloud solutions, and strategic IT consulting. Their "pod" model assigns a dedicated local team of technicians to each client, backed by a national support network.
Best for: Companies that want a dedicated team rather than a rotating help desk.
3. NexusTek
NexusTek is a national MSP with a straightforward per-user pricing model. Their offering covers help desk, backup and disaster recovery, cybersecurity, and 24/7 remote monitoring. They've been operating for over 20 years and serve thousands of businesses.
Best for: Businesses that want predictable per-user pricing with broad coverage.
4. CMIT Solutions
CMIT Solutions is the largest IT services franchise in North America with over 275 locally operated locations. Each franchise delivers managed IT, help desk, backup, and cybersecurity services to small and medium-sized businesses in their area.
Best for: Companies that want a local, in-person IT partner with national backing.
5. Corsica Technologies
Corsica bundles managed IT and cybersecurity into a single service they call "Corsica Secure." It includes unmetered support, a 24/7 helpdesk, proactive maintenance, and strategic infrastructure management. They serve small and midsize organizations across the US.
Best for: Organizations that want IT and security handled under one roof.
6. Cortavo
Cortavo bundles everything into a single flat monthly fee: help desk, cybersecurity, cloud services, hardware procurement, and even internet connectivity. Their pitch is eliminating the need to manage multiple vendors.
Best for: Small businesses that want a single bill for all their IT needs.
7. Thrive
Thrive is a nationwide MSP offering outsourced IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, cloud, and compliance services. Their NextGen platform approach to IT management includes 24/7 support and monitoring across endpoints, networks, and cloud environments.
Best for: Mid-sized businesses with compliance requirements like HIPAA or SOC 2.
8. ScienceSoft
ScienceSoft combines IT consulting and software engineering with managed IT operations. They offer cybersecurity, cloud setup, and ongoing support. They're a good fit if you need development work alongside day-to-day IT management.
Best for: Companies that need both IT management and custom software development.
9. Applied Tech
Applied Tech serves as either a complete outsourced IT department or a supplement to your existing in-house team. They support over 20,000 professionals daily and focus on customer service, strategic planning, and security.
Best for: Growing companies that need a scalable IT partner.
10. An alternative: ITcontractor.co
All nine providers above are traditional MSPs. They manage multiple clients through ticket queues, per-device pricing, and rotating technician pools. That model works for companies with offices and on-premise infrastructure.
But if your team is remote-first, cloud-native, and between 10 and 200 people, a fractional IT contractor might be a better fit.
ITcontractor.co takes a different approach. Instead of submitting tickets to a shared queue, you get a dedicated IT professional who knows your stack, works in your Slack, and handles everything from onboarding to security reviews. No per-device pricing, no hidden fees, no vendor lock-in.
The fractional model works well when:
- Your team is fully remote or distributed
- Your infrastructure is cloud-based (Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, SaaS tools)
- You need proactive IT management, not just reactive ticket resolution
- You want one person who knows your environment inside out
If that sounds like your setup, book a free call and we can talk through whether it's the right fit.