Senior-Level Systems Engineering for your Small Business. Get expert quality IT services without in-house IT.

Affordable Engineering and Integration Consulting

Certification and Qualifications

Enterprise Consulting Services

Affordable Systems Engineer

Get the benefit of a senior engineer with 14+ years of experience for a fraction of the cost. We provide ongoing strategic guidance, manage your cloud infrastructure, and solve your most complex technical challenges on a flexible monthly retainer.

IT Service Management

We design, customize, and build automated workflows and API integrations for companies using ITSM platforms like BMC Helix and ServiceNow. We solve the complex problems your general IT staff can't, on a project-by-project basis.

HIPAA Documentation Preparation

We prepare essential HIPAA compliance documentation for small healthcare practices and business associates. From security risk assessments to privacy policy manuals, we help you navigate regulatory requirements with confidence.

Quick Systems Checkup and Assessment

We conduct a rapid yet thorough evaluation of your IT environment to identify security risks, performance issues, and cost-saving opportunities. You'll get a clear, actionable health report and a roadmap for immediate improvements without a long-term commitment.

IT Process & Playbook Development

We create custom, standardized playbooks for your team to follow for everything from incident response to cloud migration, reducing your long-term costs and improving efficiency. Based on proven ITIL frameworks.

About Cardinal Computer Systems

With over 14 years of enterprise systems engineering experience, we help small businesses and growing organizations solve complex technical challenges without the overhead of hiring full-time senior staff. We bring enterprise-level expertise directly to your small business.

Our background is in building solid tech foundations that grow with you. We help simplify your daily operations and automate repetitive tasks, giving your small team the power to operate like a major enterprise—without the complexity or cost.

Cardinal Computer Systems Professional Team

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Affordable Engineering work?
Affordable engineering provides senior-level expertise on a part-time, retainer, or project basis. You get access to enterprise-level skills and experience without the cost and commitment of a full-time senior hire. It's perfect for companies that need occasional high-level technical guidance.
How do you price your projects?
Pricing depends on the scope and complexity of your needs. We offer flexible arrangements including monthly retainers for ongoing support, fixed-price projects for specific implementations, and hourly consulting for ad-hoc technical guidance. All engagements begin with a discovery consultation to ensure the right fit.
What size company do you typically work with?
We primarily work with mid-market companies (50-500 employees) who have outgrown basic IT support but don't need a full-time senior engineer. These organizations typically have complex technical needs but want to maintain cost efficiency.

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Location: Washington DC Metro Area

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