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Cirrus Networks vs The IT Department: Which MSP is Better? | The MSP Playbook

Article 2026-07-27

Cirrus Networks vs The IT Department

A detailed comparison of two major Australian Managed Service Providers.

Feature Cirrus Networks The IT Department
Overall Score3.43.8
TypePublic Mid-TierNon-Profit Specialist
Employees100-20030-60
Founded20082005
HeadquartersPerth, WASydney, NSW
RevenuePrivatePrivate
Salary Range$70,000 - $140,000$70,000 - $140,000
SpecialtiesManaged Services, Cloud, Networking, SecurityNon-Profit IT, Managed Services, Cloud, Microsoft 365
CertificationsCisco Partner, AWS Partner, Microsoft PartnerMicrosoft Partner, AWS Partner
Green FlagsGood work-life balance
Stable employment
Government focus		Good work-life balance
Technology focus
Red FlagsSmall scale Ò€” limited exposure to large projects
Below-market salaries
Can be bureaucratic		Very small scale
Limited career progression
Worker ProsWork-life balance
Stable
Government work		Technology focus
Work-life balance
Worker ConsSmall scale
Below-market pay
Bureaucratic		Very small scale
Limited progression

Which MSP Should You Choose?

Both Public Mid-Tier and Non-Profit Specialist have strengths and weaknesses. Your choice depends on your priorities β€” whether that's career growth, salary, work-life balance, or technical exposure.

Use the side-by-side comparison tool for a deeper look, or check out individual profiles for detailed employee reviews.