Cyber Security

Cyber security that protects your business — without slowing it down

Protect your digital assets, networks, and data with cybersecurity services tailored to your business. From Cyber Essentials certification to firewalls, email security, endpoint protection, and security reviews — we help you navigate the evolving threat landscape with confidence.

Layered protection across your business

Cyber Essentials Certification

Cyber Essentials is a UK government-backed scheme that helps businesses guard against the most common cyber threats. Certification is built on five core technical controls, verified through a self-assessment questionnaire reviewed by an independent certification body. Internet Assist guides you through the whole process — from an initial gap analysis to submission — so your business gets certified first time.

• Firewalls and Routers: Create a barrier between your network and the internet
• Security Update Management: Prevents unwanted intruders through software vulnerabilities
• User Access Control: Control who has access to your data, services, and network
• Malware Protection: Detect and eradicate viruses and malicious software before it takes hold
• Secure Configuration: Setup computers and servers securely to minimise attack routes

Cyber Essentials Plus Certification

Cyber Essentials Plus is the advanced level of the government-backed scheme. Cyber Essentials must be obtained first; Plus then adds an independent, hands-on assessment and verification by a fully certified external body. Internet Assist leads businesses through this complicated process to demonstrate a higher level of resilience against evolving cyber threats.

• Prerequisite: Cyber Essentials certification must be obtained first
• Independent Assessment: Verified by a fully certified external body
• Technical Testing: Hands-on verification of your security controls
• Expert Guidance: We lead you through the advanced certification process
• Higher Assurance: Demonstrate increased resilience against cyber threats

Firewall Management

Our Firewall Management service provides proactive, expert-level protection for your network, ensuring your systems remain secure and accessible. We handle everything from initial setup and configuration to ongoing monitoring, rule optimisation, and threat detection. With 24/7 oversight and real-time response, we safeguard your digital environment against unauthorised access, malware, and evolving cyberattacks.

• Advanced Threat Protection: Proactive defence against malware, intrusions, and unauthorised access
• Configuration & Deployment: Expert setup tailored to your network and security policies
• Ongoing Monitoring & Maintenance: 24/7 monitoring with regular updates and firmware patching
• Access Control & Rule Management: Regular review and adjustment of firewall rules for optimal security
• Next-Generation Firewall Support: Management with deep packet inspection and application control
• Incident Response: Rapid action in the event of a security threat or breach

Email Security

Our email security service protects your business from phishing, spam, malware, and data breaches with advanced filtering, encryption, and threat detection. Designed to integrate seamlessly with platforms like Microsoft 365, it adds an essential layer of defence to safeguard your business email from evolving cyber threats.

• Advanced Threat Protection: Blocks phishing, ransomware, and malware before they reach your inbox
• Spam & Junk Filtering: Intelligent filtering to reduce unwanted and harmful messages
• Impersonation & Spoofing Protection: Identifies and stops email fraud and domain spoofing
• Seamless Integration: Works with Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and other major platforms
• Security Awareness Training: Educates staff to recognise and respond to phishing and other threats
• Fully Managed Service: Setup, monitoring, and support provided by our team

Endpoint Protection

Our endpoint protection service offers comprehensive security for your business devices, including servers, desktops, and laptops. Delivered and managed by our expert team, it includes real-time threat detection, antivirus, ransomware protection, and automated response to potential breaches. With centralised monitoring and regular updates, we ensure your endpoints remain secure, compliant, and resilient.

• Real-Time Threat Detection: Identifies and blocks malware, ransomware, and zero-day threats instantly
• Multi-Device Coverage: Protects servers, desktops, and laptops across all operating systems
• Automated Updates & Patching: Ensures devices are always protected with the latest security updates
• Centralised Management Console: Full visibility and control over all endpoints from one dashboard
• Fully Managed: Continuous monitoring, reporting, and support from our team

Security Review

Internet Assist provides a thorough assessment of your organisation’s IT environment to identify vulnerabilities, risks, and areas for improvement. We evaluate your infrastructure, policies, and systems against best practices and compliance standards, delivering a clear, actionable report to strengthen your cyber defences.

• Comprehensive IT Security Assessment: In-depth analysis of your network, systems, and policies
• Vulnerability Identification: Detects gaps in your defences, from outdated software to weak configurations
• Detailed Reporting: Clear, jargon-free summary with actionable recommendations
• Policy & Procedure Review: Evaluates your current security policies and incident response plans
• Ongoing Support Options: Follow-up reviews and guidance available to track progress and improvements

What's included in our managed cyber security

Why pick us for cyber security

Detect, don't just deflect

Most breaches bypass antivirus. Our SOC watches behaviour 24/7 and isolates devices in seconds.

Compliance done with you

We walk you through Cyber Essentials, GDPR and supplier security questionnaires — not just tick boxes.

Built for SMEs

Enterprise-grade tools, deployed and priced for Essex SMEs. No bloated security stack.

Local incident response

If something serious happens, our engineers can be on-site across Essex the same day.

How it works

01. Free security review

We score your current posture against Cyber Essentials and flag the highest-risk gaps.

02. Layered rollout

Phased deployment of EDR, email security, training and monitoring — minimal user disruption.

03. Continuous improvement

Monthly threat reports and quarterly posture reviews so you stay ahead, not reactive.

Frequently asked questions

We're small — are we really a target?

Yes. Over 60% of UK cyber attacks now hit SMEs because they're easier targets than enterprises. Most attacks are automated and don't care about company size.

What's the difference between Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus?

Essentials is a self-assessed questionnaire. Plus adds a hands-on technical audit by a certifying body. We prepare you for either.

Do you actually monitor 24/7 or just send alerts?

Our partner SOC has analysts watching alerts 24/7/365. They triage, contain and call us — and you — when something needs action.

Will security slow my staff down?

Modern EDR has near-zero performance impact. Conditional access only kicks in when something looks risky — for staff it feels invisible.

What happens if we get breached?

We isolate affected devices immediately, contain the spread, restore from immutable backup and walk you through any required ICO reporting.

Does insurance need this?

Most cyber insurance policies now require MFA, EDR, backup testing and staff training. Our managed stack ticks all those boxes.