Cyber Security for Carlisle & Cumbria Businesses
Cyber security built in layers, around your business. A Carlisle team configures the protections you actually need, explains everything in plain English, and stays on top of what changes, so you don't have to.
Your business, protected
Layered cyber security for Cumbria businesses
Cyber attacks don't announce themselves. A phishing email someone clicks, a ransomware note on Monday morning, a regulator asking what you did to prevent it. And too often, no one really owns the answer.
That's where we come in. A Carlisle team that learns your setup, identifies the gaps before they become problems, configures the protections that actually matter, and stays on top of what changes so you don't have to.
Behind the scenes, we keep the layers running: firewalls configured properly, endpoints protected, email filtering tuned, backups tested, patches kept current, staff trained to spot what matters. We've worked this way with Cumbria businesses since 2011. Honest advice, practical protection, no scare tactics.
Why businesses trust us
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How we protect you
Security at every layer
Protection that goes beyond software. We secure your network, your devices, your email, and train your people.
Firewall & Network Security
- Next-gen firewall protection
- DNS & web content filtering
- Managed firewall services available
Endpoint & Device Protection
- ESET & Microsoft Defender
- Mobile device management
- Managed devices, 24/7 monitoring
Email Security & Filtering
- Multi-layered email filtering
- Anti-phishing & link scanning
- SPF, DKIM & DMARC setup
Security Awareness Training
- Simulated phishing via Microsoft 365
- Attack simulation exercises
- Regular awareness updates
Cyber Essentials & CE Plus
- End-to-end certification support
- We handle the full process
- Proven track record with businesses
Testing & Incident Response
- Vulnerability scanning & pen testing
- 24/7 threat monitoring & alerts
- Rapid incident response
Consultancy in Cumbria
Cyber security consultancy
Most of the businesses we work with don't have an in-house security team, and don't want one. What they want, when something feels off, is somebody who knows their setup, can tell them what to worry about and what to ignore, and who picks up the phone when they need support, not a week later.
That's the consultancy side of what we do. Whether you need a one-off security review, an annual roadmap, a compliance discussion or a solution to a specific problem, you work with the same Carlisle team from start to finish. Each conversation picks up where the last one left off, not from scratch.
Every engagement delivers
A written gap analysis
Ranks what's missing in plain English, with the reasoning behind each priority.
A prioritised action list
With rough effort and cost against each item, so you can plan around budget.
A board-ready summary
5 minutes to read, no IT background required. Hand it to your senior team.
Disaster recovery
IT disaster recovery for Cumbria businesses
Backups are easy to set up and easy to assume are working. A real disaster recovery plan is the difference between losing a day and losing a fortnight. We design, run and test the recovery your business actually needs.
We map what matters most
A short workshop to identify the systems your business genuinely cannot run without. Email, finance, files, line-of-business apps. Not everything is equal, and the plan reflects that.
We size the backup to your tolerance
How much data can you stand to lose? An hour? A day? A week? The answer shapes the schedule, the storage and the cost. We write it down in plain English so there are no surprises.
We keep a clean offsite copy
Local backups aren't enough on their own. Ransomware encrypts everything it can reach. An immutable offsite copy is what gets you back when the worst happens.
We test the restore regularly
A backup you've never restored is a hope, not a plan. We restore a sample at regular intervals to confirm the process still works and document the result.
Don't just take our word for it
What our clients say
“Excellent support service offered. Nothing is too much trouble. A great experience, far better than the local company we moved over from.”
“Joel, Taylor and the team have been consistently excellent, have worked with them for a number of years now. Efficient, proactive and excellent value for money.”
“When an organisation says sit back and leave it all to us, I'm always happy to leave a 5 star review. Thanks for the excellent service!”
How we work
Why businesses trust us with security
We don't just install software and walk away. Our cyber security service is ongoing, proactive, and tailored to the real risks your business faces.
Security in layers
No single product stops every threat. We combine firewalls, endpoint protection, email filtering, MFA, backup and disaster recovery. Each layer catches what the others miss.
People are your best defence
Over 90% of attacks start with human mistakes. We run Microsoft 365 phishing simulations and awareness training that turn your staff into your strongest line of defence.
Plain English, not scare tactics
We explain your risks clearly, prioritise what matters most, and put practical protections in place. No jargon, no fear-mongering, just honest advice you can act on.
Common questions
Cyber security FAQs
Answers to the questions we get asked most by businesses looking to improve their cyber security in Carlisle and Cumbria.
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Where we deliver cyber security
Where you'll find us
Most cyber work is done remotely, with site visits for assessments and larger projects.
Get in touch
Not sure where your vulnerabilities are?
Book a free security review. We'll take an honest look at your setup and tell you exactly what needs attention.
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Carlisle, Cumbria
Supporting businesses across the region & nationwide