Our mission is to empower small businesses and startups to take full control of their digital ecosystem. ShiftControl is designed to simplify SaaS management and make advanced security practices accessible, without the need for expensive tools or large IT teams.
We believe security is a fundamental right, not a luxury hidden behind paywalls or complicated license tiers. That’s why we focus on providing intuitive, affordable solutions that grow with your business, giving you the freedom to focus on what matters most.
At ShiftControl, we believe in a SaaS-First philosophy. We’re not here to limit your options—we empower businesses to manage their tools their way by integrating the apps they already love. Our platform embraces the diversity of modern SaaS solutions, making it easy to choose, mix, and match tools to fit your workflow.
Managing SaaS and identity doesn’t need to be complex. ShiftControl focuses on speed, security, and seamless integration, ensuring your business can operate efficiently with the right safeguards in place. We use our platform every day to run our own company, so we know it works. Our approach is simple: give businesses the tools to thrive in a fast-changing digital world, without adding unnecessary complexity.
ShiftControl began with a realization that small businesses were being left behind when it came to managing their software and security. As colleagues at ExpressVPN, Dan and Julien frequently collaborated on scaling IT and operations securely and efficiently in a rapidly growing company.
They had joined ExpressVPN when the company had just over 100 people, and they had only recently hired their first IT personnel. Before that, HR was literally provisioning laptops. Around that time, the company had just purchased its first identity management system and was embarking on the journey to gain control over their productivity stack. We scaled ExpressVPN up to over 700 core employees in 7 offices globally and another 600+ support staff whose IT we directly managed. Through this experience, we developed a deep understanding of what it takes to build secure, effective systems for medium-sized organizations.
After leaving ExpressVPN, we kept hearing similar frustrations from startup founders, CEOs, and investors. They struggled to keep track of their software, manage user access, and protect against security threats. The problem wasn’t a lack of concern for security or operational efficiency—it was that the tools available were either too expensive, too complex to implement, or simply not designed with their specific needs in mind.
We saw an opportunity to create a different kind of solution. We believed that starting with identity management—knowing who has access to what—was the essential first step in tackling these challenges. Through our conversations, we found that many people were seriously afraid of getting hacked. Considering that upwards of 95% of hacks originate from identity compromise—typically an account being hacked, often due to the absence of two-factor authentication (2FA)—we realized that small businesses often don’t fully understand the risks or how to mitigate them. With this foundation, we could build a comprehensive platform for SaaS management that would empower small businesses to operate securely, efficiently, and affordably.
That’s why we built ShiftControl: a platform that combines robust SaaS management with a strong focus on security, designed specifically for smaller teams. Our mission is to help businesses take control of their software and security without the need for an entire IT department or a hefty budget.
We believe security is a basic right for all businesses and that essential security features shouldn’t be locked away behind expensive paywalls or license levels. We’re committed to making security accessible for everyone.
We’re not just technologists—we’re problem solvers who’ve been in your shoes. With decades of experience in security, IT management, and building startups, we’ve faced the same challenges that businesses like yours encounter every day.
But we’ve also seen what works well and what success looks like. We’re not afraid to have strong opinions because we understand what effective solutions require. That’s why we built ShiftControl: a platform that combines the best practices in security, simplicity, and accessibility.
ShiftControl founding team: Julien Monguillot, Dan Gericke, Efrim Bartosik
Dan is a visionary technology leader with over two decades of experience in cybersecurity, scaling startups, and driving technological innovation. Previously the CTO of ExpressVPN, Dan now leverages his extensive expertise at ShiftControl. His mission is to empower small businesses with revolutionary SaaS management & security solutions, making advanced tools accessible and ensuring seamless management of their digital workspace.
Julien is an entrepreneur and business strategist with a diverse background in cybersecurity, e-commerce, supply chain, and logistics. With over 15 years of entrepreneurial experience and a pivotal role at ExpressVPN, where he led Technical and Business Operations during substantial growth, Julien now leverages his expertise at ShiftControl. His mission is to drive innovation, scale businesses, and deliver advanced SaaS management & security solutions to businesses.
Efrim has a diverse background in fintech, e-commerce, and cybersecurity, with a focus on creating user-centered design experiences. At ExpressVPN, Efrim led the design team, ensuring consistent and engaging digital experiences. With experience in growing startups and a passion for thoughtful design, Efrim now joins ShiftControl as a founding member, committed to ensuring our SaaS management solutions are both cutting-edge and user-friendly.