What does an IT security review involve?

An IT security review is a structured assessment of how your business is protected today. It looks at five areas: identity and access (who can log in to what and how strong is that login), endpoint protection (the software running on each device), network controls (firewalls, segmentation, Wi-Fi security), backup and recovery readiness, and human factors (training, policies, the response plan if something goes wrong). You receive a written report with a risk register, recommendations grouped by priority, and an indication of what each remediation step will involve.

Do we need penetration testing if we already have antivirus?

Antivirus and a penetration test sit at very different points on the security spectrum. Antivirus tries to stop known malware on individual machines. A penetration test is a controlled, simulated attack on your live systems by a qualified tester, with permission, to find weaknesses an attacker could exploit. Both are useful. The right level for a business depends on what data you hold, what regulators you answer to and how exposed you are. We can advise on what is proportionate for your circumstances.

What is the difference between Cyber Essentials and broader IT security?

Cyber Essentials is a UK Government-backed certification covering five technical controls every business should have in place — firewalls, secure configuration, user access control, malware protection and security update management. It is a strong baseline and a useful credential for tenders, but it is the floor, not the ceiling. Broader IT security extends to people, processes, monitoring, incident response and recovery. We help clients achieve Cyber Essentials certification and build the wider programme around it.

We are not in a regulated industry. How much security do we really need?

The right level of security is the amount needed to keep your business operating if an attack succeeds — not the amount needed to satisfy a regulator. A typical SME of fifty users that lost access to email, files and accounting for a week would see real revenue damage. Cyber-criminals do not target by industry, they target by opportunity. We help you reach a proportionate position where you have prevented the easy attacks, can detect what gets through, and have a tested recovery plan if the worst happens.

How much does a security review cost?

Standard reviews are scoped against the size of your environment — number of users, number of sites, complexity of systems. A typical SME review is delivered as a fixed-fee engagement so you know the cost in advance, with no time-and-materials surprises. We share an indicative range on the initial call once we understand the basics. Any remediation work that follows is quoted separately, so you can choose what to act on and when.

Will improving our security disrupt the team's day-to-day work?

There is usually some short-term friction, particularly with multi-factor authentication and tighter password rules, and we are honest about that with clients up front. We mitigate it by phasing changes, communicating ahead of each step, providing training, and choosing tools that work in the background rather than getting in the way. Done well, an upgraded security posture should be invisible to your team within a few weeks and significantly more robust against attack.

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Before Covid-19, a considerable number of businesses had not yet ventured into the world of remote working, which left them ill-equipped for the sudden transition. The outcome? Businesses struggled to find the necessary resources to support their workforce.

It’s important to implement the appropriate cyber security measures to keep your data and organisation safe from cyber threats.

Interested in having a security audit conducted on your current remote working system? Reach out today and our team can provide recommendations on practical ways to enhance your business's security.

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Maintaining security and business continuity can be challenging and what's more, they can also be expensive for businesses that lack the proper resources and processes. Managed Firewall services offer a solution by providing management, monitoring, support, and alerting for firewalls, without the costly price tag.

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Penetration Testing

We will safely simulate the latest threats and cyber attacks to identify your weaknesses. Furthermore, we'll help you understand your security vulnerabilities through our penetration testing services.

Organisations that need to comply with standards such as PCI DSS and ISO 27001 must carry out pentests at least once a year. However, we recommend testing as often as possible so you can minimise risk from newly discovered vulnerabilities and exploits.

PCI Compliance

Organisations who wish to accept, store, transmit and process credit card payments are bound to comply with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). In order to be fully compliant, they must carry out an annual assessment to ensure cardholder data is adequately protected.

We’ll conduct an in-depth vulnerability scan to detect any security issues in your external facing network. Lastly, upon completion, you’ll receive a full IT security consultancy report with clear advice and remediation options to help you fix any gaps in your cardholder data environment (CDE).

FAQ's

What does an IT security review involve?

An IT security review is a structured assessment of how your business is protected today. It looks at five areas: identity and access (who can log in to what and how strong is that login), endpoint protection (the software running on each device), network controls (firewalls, segmentation, Wi-Fi security), backup and recovery readiness, and human factors (training, policies, the response plan if something goes wrong). You receive a written report with a risk register, recommendations grouped by priority, and an indication of what each remediation step will involve.
Do we need penetration testing if we already have antivirus?

Antivirus and a penetration test sit at very different points on the security spectrum. Antivirus tries to stop known malware on individual machines. A penetration test is a controlled, simulated attack on your live systems by a qualified tester, with permission, to find weaknesses an attacker could exploit. Both are useful. The right level for a business depends on what data you hold, what regulators you answer to and how exposed you are. We can advise on what is proportionate for your circumstances.
What is the difference between Cyber Essentials and broader IT security?

Cyber Essentials is a UK Government-backed certification covering five technical controls every business should have in place — firewalls, secure configuration, user access control, malware protection and security update management. It is a strong baseline and a useful credential for tenders, but it is the floor, not the ceiling. Broader IT security extends to people, processes, monitoring, incident response and recovery. We help clients achieve Cyber Essentials certification and build the wider programme around it.
We are not in a regulated industry. How much security do we really need?

The right level of security is the amount needed to keep your business operating if an attack succeeds — not the amount needed to satisfy a regulator. A typical SME of fifty users that lost access to email, files and accounting for a week would see real revenue damage. Cyber-criminals do not target by industry, they target by opportunity. We help you reach a proportionate position where you have prevented the easy attacks, can detect what gets through, and have a tested recovery plan if the worst happens.
How much does a security review cost?

Standard reviews are scoped against the size of your environment — number of users, number of sites, complexity of systems. A typical SME review is delivered as a fixed-fee engagement so you know the cost in advance, with no time-and-materials surprises. We share an indicative range on the initial call once we understand the basics. Any remediation work that follows is quoted separately, so you can choose what to act on and when.
Will improving our security disrupt the team's day-to-day work?

There is usually some short-term friction, particularly with multi-factor authentication and tighter password rules, and we are honest about that with clients up front. We mitigate it by phasing changes, communicating ahead of each step, providing training, and choosing tools that work in the background rather than getting in the way. Done well, an upgraded security posture should be invisible to your team within a few weeks and significantly more robust against attack.

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