Cyber security for your business

When evaluating a managed cyber security solution for your business it can be hard to know what a modern business needs to stay cyber security safe and even what a modern cyber security “posture” is. A free consultation with a member of our team is usually the best first step.

As I’m sure you are aware IT is an extremely fast moving sector, and cybersecurity and associated threats are ever on the increase.

Protecting your business from attack is never 100% guaranteed.

Governments and large corporations are breached frequently by bad actors. Governments and large corporations spend millions a year on cybersecurity and still are breached at times.

We work with you and your team to protect your data and make it harder for an attack to be successful by using industry-standard cybersecurity software and our team’s knowledge.

Running a secure, efficent and productive business and allowing your team to collaborte and produce results relys on having the technology and tools available to achieve those results.

With the right IT partner, we can help you remove IT frustrations, save your business money and time with managed IT services, network solutions and modern software.

I’m sure you’re aware of the need for an “Internet security” or “Anti Virus” package on your devices to protect against a cyber security issue. But these really are the first step, we offer full-stack security to prevent issues from start to finish.

Managed security as a service means that not only are we taking care of your businesses I.T. day to day operations and making sure things are running efficiently but also keeping a professional and proactive eye on outside threats to your business and implimenting the most up to date cyber security protections.

We don’t just have industry-leading software in our product stack but we have real human beings proactively monitoring your data and devices.

Managed Detection and Response (MDR) is a comprehensive cybersecurity service that leverages a mix of technology and human expertise to detect, analyze, and respond to threats in real-time. It’s like a vigilant, 24/7 security team for your network.

If, for instance, Tim in HR unwittingly downloads a malicious file, MDR systems would immediately identify the unusual activity. The threat is then analyzed by our ThreatOps team, who determine the nature and severity of the threat, which could range from spyware to ransomware.

Once the threat is evaluated, the compromised host is isolated within moments, curtailing the spread of the threat across your network. Meanwhile, our security team is addressing the issue and working on its resolution. The host is automatically released when the threat is neutralized, or it can be manually released if necessary.

This proactive approach to cybersecurity ensures that your business continues to operate safely and without disruption, complementing automated systems with human analysis to give you the best possible defense against cyber threats.

Penetration testing, or pen testing as it’s often called, is a proactive and crucial method to safeguard your business’ digital assets. In the unceasingly dynamic landscape of IT, pen testing offers a unique and strategic approach to cybersecurity by simulating cyberattacks on your own systems. Why? To exploit any vulnerabilities before a malicious actor does.

Your internet connected systems are therefore a target for hackers and many SMEs are seen as “low hanging fruit”. Governments and large corporations, despite allocating vast resources to cybersecurity, frequently fall victim to such threats. It’s a stark reminder that no entity is immune, regardless of its size or the scale of its cybersecurity budget.

You should therefore take your cybersecurity seriously and penetration testing should be high on your list because it equips you with the knowledge of where and how a cyberattacker might breach your systems. It’s like a regular health check-up for your business’ digital infrastructure, providing an insight into your cybersecurity defenses’ real-world effectiveness. And should be carried out yearly.

However, pen testing is not a standalone solution. It’s the starting point of a comprehensive, full-stack security service. While it’s imperative to have fundamental measures like Internet security packages and Anti-virus software, these are merely the initial steps on the cybersecurity ladder.

We adopt a multilayered approach to protect your data. We combine top-tier cybersecurity software with our team’s expertise to make your digital fortress as impenetrable as possible. We strive to make it harder for a cyberattack to be successful and to minimize its impact if it does occur.

By working with us, you’re choosing more than just an IT partner. You’re opting for a team that alleviates IT frustrations, improves efficiency, and provides innovative network solutions. Our goal is to save you valuable time and resources while allowing your team to collaborate and produce results effectively.

Moreover, our managed security as a service encompasses not just day-to-day IT operations. We vigilantly monitor the evolving threat landscape and update your cybersecurity measures accordingly. Our approach is not just about having the best software; we also have real people—experts who monitor your data and systems proactively.

Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) is a security solution designed to protect your devices from cyber threats, enabling detailed visibility and control over activities at the endpoint level.

Let’s say Sam from the design team accidentally opens a malicious attachment—EDR technology identifies this unusual behavior and triggers an alert. Our expert ThreatOps team then assesses the threat, which could be anything from a rapidly-spreading worm like Emotet or Trickbot to ransomware or remote access tools.

Post threat evaluation, EDR swiftly isolates Sam’s machine, preventing the malware from propagating through your network, and begins remediation processes. The host will be sequestered within moments of the incident report generated by the threat analyst.

Once the incident is fully resolved, Sam’s device is automatically brought back into the network fold, or it can be manually reintegrated earlier if necessary. This blend of automated detection, expert human analysis, and prompt response ensures the utmost protection for your organization from burgeoning cyber threats.

Protecting your business from attack is imperative to not only your continued success but your whole companies survival.

If you’re not properly prepared and your organisation succumbs to a cyber security incident if you do survive you’re starting from scratch in most cases, with zero reputation and zero data.

It’s not a nice place to be, get protection before it’s too late.

Items checked by the Cyber essentials scheme include:

• Is Autorun/Autoplay disabled on all company workstations.
• Are employees using standard user level accounts and not admin level accounts.
• Is Antivirus/Internet security installed on all workstations.
• Are all operating systems patched within 14 days of a critical update or security fix being released.

Cyber Essentials has two options, firstly a basic certification that asks a set of questions the business needs to answer. Once marked you business will recieve the Cyber essentials basic certification.

The second option is Cyber Essentials Plus. To obtain Cyber Essentials Plus the business must first reach Cyber Essentials Basic certification within the last three months. Then an onsite audit must be carried out to check that all of the elements from the self-assessment are being put into practice.

MDR stands for Managed detection and response (MDR) an MDR solution identifies active threats and allows us to quickly respond to eliminate, investigate or quarantine them.

Using a combination of sophisticated cybersecurity software protection and human expertise to monitor your business environment, discover emerging and active threats and then respond accordingly.

Managed detection and response significantly reduces the time taken for businesses to detect cybersecurity threats and compromised devices.

Studies have found that it takes most businesses as much as 206 days to identify a security breach, by using a managed detection and response solution cybersecurity threat detection and remediation can take just a few hours.

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