Cyber Security That Fits Your Wider IT Environment.
Cyber security works best when it is built into the way your business actually uses technology. That means looking at users, devices, cloud platforms, access, email, backups, remote working and day-to-day support together.
Our team can help identify practical security improvements across your IT environment, from stronger account protection and device security to better backup processes, safer cloud access and clearer user guidance.
Because we also provide managed IT services, device management, cloud services, Microsoft 365 support, Google Workspace support and Apple and PC support, we can help improve security in context rather than treating it as a standalone exercise.
For wider ongoing support, see our managed IT services. We can also help with device management, Microsoft 365 support, Google Workspace support and cloud services.
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How does Cyber Essentials work?
Most criminal hackers aren’t state-sponsored agencies or activists looking for high-profile targets, and they don’t spend countless hours staking out and researching their targets.
Instead, they tend to be opportunistic, looking for any available target. In that regard, you can think of them as a burglar; yes, they’re aware of high-value marks, but it’s more effective to go after easier targets.
What are the five controls?
1) Firewalls
These are designed to prevent unauthorised access to or from private networks, but a good setup of these devices either in hardware or software is essential to be fully effective.
2) Secure configuration
Web server and application server configurations play a crucial role in cyber security. Failure to manage the proper configuration of your servers can lead to a wide variety of security problems.
3) User access control
It is important to keep access to your data and services to a minimum. This should prevent a criminal hacker from being presented with open access to your information.
4) Malware protection
It is essential to protect your business from malicious software, which will seek to access files on your system.
Protecting against a broad range of malware (including computer viruses, worms, spyware, botnet software and ransomware) and including options for virus removal will protect your computer, your privacy and your important documents from attack.
5) Patch management
All devices and software are prone to technical vulnerabilities. Cyber criminals can rapidly exploit vulnerabilities once they’ve been discovered and shared publicly.
Criminal hackers exploit known vulnerabilities in operating systems and third-party applications if they are not properly patched of updated.
Smarter IT Services can provide the appropriate resource to meet and train your staff to ensure all procedures and working practices are understood and delivered to ensure maximum protection from Cyber attacks.
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Cyber Security FAQs.
We provide practical cyber security support for businesses, including access controls, multi-factor authentication, email security, endpoint security, cloud security, backup guidance, Cyber Essentials support and user awareness guidance.
Yes. We can provide guidance around Cyber Essentials good practice and help your business improve core security controls across users, devices, access, software updates and wider IT systems.
Yes. We can help improve security across Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace, including user access, multi-factor authentication, permissions, email settings, file sharing and account security.
Yes. We support businesses using Apple devices, Windows PCs, laptops, mobiles and mixed-device environments. Cyber security support can include endpoint protection, updates, access controls and device security guidance.
Yes. Remote and hybrid working can introduce additional risks around device access, cloud platforms, user accounts and file sharing. We can help put practical controls in place to improve security.
Yes. Backup and recovery are important parts of cyber security. We can help review backup processes, cloud backup requirements and practical steps to reduce the impact of data loss or system disruption.
Yes. Cyber security support can be included as part of our managed IT services, helping your business improve protection across users, devices, cloud platforms and wider IT systems.
Need Help Improving Your Cyber Security?
Whether you need help with access controls, MFA, endpoint security, Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Cyber Essentials or wider security improvements, Smarter IT Services can help you reduce risk and strengthen your IT environment.
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