Security and resilience

Cyber security and Cyber Essentials

Practical, layered protection against phishing, ransomware and account takeover, with a clear route to Cyber Essentials.

Overview

Why it matters

Most attacks start with a stolen password or a convincing email. Good security is less about expensive tools and more about doing the fundamentals well, consistently.

We put sensible layers of protection in place, help your people spot the warning signs and give leadership a clear view of risk. We also help organisations prepare for Cyber Essentials, the UK government-backed certificate.

Who it is for
Organisations of all kinds, including regulated sectors
How we engage
Assessments, remediation projects and managed security
Outcome
Lower risk, and evidence for clients, insurers and auditors

Capabilities

What we deliver

Identity and access

Multi-factor authentication (a second check, such as a code on your phone) and least-privilege access.

Endpoint protection

Modern antivirus and threat detection, managed centrally on every laptop, desktop and server.

Email security

Filtering, domain protection and safeguards against invoice and payment fraud.

Security awareness

Simulated phishing and short training sessions that change behaviour.

Cyber Essentials readiness

Gap analysis, remediation and preparation for the UK government-backed certificate.

Policies and reporting

Clear policies, incident response plans and board-ready reporting on risk.

Plain English first

What it means for you, and the technical detail

What it means for you

  • Accounts that stay protected even if a password is stolen
  • Devices protected against malware and ransomware
  • People who can recognise a phishing email
  • Evidence for clients, insurers, auditors and regulators

The technical detail

  • Security baselines informed by National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) guidance
  • Vulnerability and patch management
  • Microsoft Defender and Entra ID security configuration
  • Incident response planning and tabletop exercises
  • Support with client security questionnaires

We prepare you for Cyber Essentials. The certificate itself is awarded by an independent certification body.

How we work

From first conversation to results

  1. Assess

    A clear picture of your current controls, gaps and risks.

  2. Prioritise

    A plan that tackles the biggest risks first.

  3. Protect

    Controls implemented, tested and documented.

  4. Monitor and improve

    Ongoing updates, training and reporting.

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

What is Cyber Essentials?

A UK government-backed scheme that shows you have basic security controls in place: firewalls, secure settings, access control, malware protection and updates. Clients, funders and insurers often ask for it.

Are you a Cyber Essentials certification body?

No. We help you get ready and fix any gaps. The assessment and certificate come from an independent certification body.

Can you help with security questionnaires from clients?

Yes. We help you answer them accurately, and fix any gaps they reveal.

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Let’s talk

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As a founder-led start-up, you speak directly to our Founder & CTO. Tell us what you are working on and we will give you an honest view of options and next steps.