Cyber Security

Cyber Security Cyber Security Protecting your business with proactive protection of data, applications, and infrastructure from evolving cyber threats and internal vulnerabilities. Speak to an expert The Challenge Cyber and data security have become key challenges for private businesses and public sector organisations - costs in reputational damage, financial losses, theft of confidential data, and operational constraints to name a few. The challenges require multifaceted solutions that take a broad approach to information security management. Closing the door How should you approach cyber and data security? With the right strategy, organisations can protect themselves from the harms of cyber-attacks. However, the strategy must be broad, including a set of internal and external initiatives that consider the full picture. BCN offer leading managed cyber and information security services, as well as solutions that take into account the full picture of a business’s vulnerability landscape. We believe that every organisations digital transformation and security journey must begin with Cyber Essentials certification . Our Solutions BCN’s Cyber and Data Security Solutions and Services Cyber Essentials Cyber Essentials As a Cyber Essentials Certification Body, BCN helps businesses establish a strong foundation for cyber and information security. Our professionals will assess your environment with our “readiness check” to ensure it meets the necessary controls, then accredit your business with a 12-month Cyber Essentials certificate. Cyber Essentials Network Security Network Security Networks are the backbone of modern businesses and securing them is critical. BCN’s network security solutions encompass firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, virtual private networks (VPNs), and more. We design and implement robust network security architectures to safeguard your data and prevent unathorised access. Network Security Managed Detection and Response Managed Detection and Response Managed Extended Detection & Response is an advanced cyber and information security service that combines two essential elements of cyber threat monitoring and incident response. Managed Extended Detection & Response Intune Managed Service Intune Managed Service As organisations embrace modern work principles such as remote working and “bring your own device” it is crucial to manage the devices of employees in a modern way. BCN’s comprehensive mobile device management solution empowers workforce mobility and enhances productivity, without compromising on security. End User Management Penetration Testing Penetration Testing Identify your vulnerabilities, strengthen your defences before an attacker can exploit them. A simulated real-world ‘attack’ on business systems, networks and applications will try and gain access to critical infrastructure – just like a hacker would. Penetration Testing Advanced Solutions Advanced Cyber and Information Security Solutions In addition to our core security services, BCN offer a range of other solutions to enhance your overall security posture. Firewall Security Protect your networks and your business-critical data from unauthorised access and malicious traffic with BCN’s next-gen firewall solutions. Firewall Security Security Audit Identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses in your systems and processes through a comprehensive security audit, carried out by our experienced professionals. Security Audit Vulnerability Management as a Service Proactive detection and evaluation of vulnerabilities in your IT environment, designed to safeguard your business's infrastructure. Vulnerability Management as a Service Email & DNS Security Safeguard your email communication and domain naming system (DNS) against phishing, malware, DdoS, and other email threats. Email & DNS Security Penetration Testing Assess the effectiveness of your IT environment’s security with our penetration testing service, a controlled form of hacking to find and test system vulnerabilities. Penetration Testing Security Awareness Using the industry leading KnowBe4 security awareness platform, BCN will deliver regular phishing campaigns and targeted training to employees within your business. Security Awareness M365 Zero Trust Audit BCN's M365 Zero Trust Audit reviews all key security areas of your Microsoft 365, providing feedback and recommendations based on our findings and ensuring you fully utilise its security features. M365 Zero Trust Audit Zero Trust Endpoint Service BCN’s Zero Trust Endpoint Service offers a robust approach to securing endpoints and ensuring only authorised applications and processes run on your devices. Zero Trust Endpoint Service Our approach BCN’s Approach to Cyber and Information Security We believe that organisations should approach security in a strategic, phased way to ensure that the correct controls are implemented across your infrastructure and environment. Whether you are an SMB or an Enterprise, your security journey should cover the following core themes. This all starts with Cyber Essentials certification, which then leads to more targeted, sophisticated solutions that strengthen specific areas of your business’s security posture. Learn about BCN’s Cyber Security Journey Identify Develop an organisational understanding to manage security risk to systems, people, assets, data, and capabilities. Understanding the context, resources, and related risks enables focus and prioritisation, consistent with risk management and your business needs. Protect Develop and implement appropriate safeguards to ensure delivery of critical services. This supports the ability to limit or contain the impact of a potential cyber risk event. Examples of services include Identity management, awareness and training and protective tech. Detect Develop and implement appropriate activity to identify the occurrence of a cyber event, ensuring the timely discovery of an event. Specific categories include, Anomalies and Events, Security Continuous Monitoring, and Detection Processes. Respond Develop and implement appropriate activities to take action regarding a detected cyber event. The Respond function supports the ability to contain the impact of potential cyber incidents, including Response Planning, Communications, mitigations, and improvements. Recover Develop and implement appropriate activities to maintain plans for resilience and to restore any capabilities or services that were impaired due to a cyber incident. The Recover function supports timely recovery to normal operations to reduce the impact from a cyber incident. BCN’s Cyber Pledge With businesses becoming increasingly connected, the global cyber threat impacts us all. At BCN, that means helping to ensure all our customers have the basic cyber and information security best practices in place. That’s why we’ve created our Cyber Pledge. Read more Free Secure Score Assessment We understand that the landscape has changed and so have the products, services and capabilities you need to be protected. This assessment will be conducted by a member of our team at a time suitable to you. The assessment will give you an indication of your current security configuration, provide you with a total score and finally provide you with recommendations on how you can improve this. Cyber and Information Security Services Benefits of cyber and information security for businesses As the world becomes increasingly technological dependent, and as cyber threats become increasingly sophisticated, having a security strategy is more important than ever. From protecting your business and customer data, to saving your business’s reputation and bottom line, there are substantial benefits to investing in a future-proofed security strategy. Protect your business and data Our services exist to protect your critical business and client data. You are entrusted to protect your customers’ sensitive information as well as your own. What’s more, regulations like GDPR make it mandatory to remain cyber-compliant. BCN’s experts will ensure your security strategy is effective as well as compliant to industry regulations. Improve sector and staff awareness By having a security policy in place, you can educate your staff on what measures you have implemented, how they are working and offer insight to other businesses. Kickstart your security journey today and join the conversation around security management within your industry. Public Trust and contracts Give your clients and customers reassurance that you are using their data and personal information professionally and securely. For businesses who work on a contract basis, having a security strategy in place could help you win those contracts. Save money Having the correct procedures, defences, and tools in place will not only help prevent attacks and breaches but will fundamentally protect your bottom line. Avoid being subject to preventable, costly damages by ensuring you have basic security measures in place. Customer Success Stories See how we’ve helped transform businesses like yours View our customer stories 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 / 07 Nichols – Home of Vimto Read how BCN has helped Nichols deliver measurable improvements across cost, performance, security and business agility. View Case Study Azure Cyber Security Food and Drink Intune Managed Service Microsoft 365 Microsoft SharePoint SharePoint Wholesale Distribution Samuel Grant Group Samuel Grant Group operates across three divisions with different workflows and data needs. With BCN unifying the IT landscape and standing up Power BI dashboards on Microsoft Fabric capacity, teams get fast, reliable access to business‑critical data, from sales and warehousing to customer service. Reporting that once took hours is now automated, field teams use Power BI Mobile for on‑the‑go insights, and leaders can spot issues proactively instead of reacting after the fact. View Case Study Azure Cyber Security Microsoft Fabric Microsoft Office 365 Microsoft Teams Power Apps Power BI Wholesale Distribution Frenkel Topping The rapid development of Frenkel Topping in a short time had presented several key challenges and issues for BCN to help them overcome. Their users’ technology requirements had grown accordingly in complexity and volume and they required an aligned technology stack to bring all the brands to the same technical standards. View Case Study Azure Cyber Security Microsoft 365 Microsoft Teams Professional Services Software Development Pendle Education Trust Shortly after working as a support role for Pendle’s internal IT team, covid-19 and lockdown hit. The trust required advice and support in helping them modernise their infrastructure, and rapidly adopt cloud-based communication and collaboration software to enable them to work remotely, delvering lessons and resources online. View Case Study Cyber Security Education Microsoft 365 Microsoft Teams Horwich Cohen Coghlan Solicitors Horwich Cohen Coghlan Solicitors found the IT partner they needed in BCN, and we are proud to continue supporting the firm along their digital transformation journey. Our in-house Microsoft experts provide a fully managed service around the Azure infrastructure, including through an Azure Advanced Managed Service and a Microsoft Defender Managed Service. View Case Study Azure Azure Virtual Desktop Cyber Security Intune Managed Service Legal Services Microsoft 365 Software Development P&B Foods Due to an ineffective disaster recovery plan, P&B Foods suffered an unsophisticated malware attack, highlighting the need to transition to a new IT provider. BCN developed a clear strategy to accelerate their digital transformation, giving P&B the confidence they needed to plan for organic growth and make future strategic acquisitions. View Case Study Cyber Security Food Wholesale Microsoft Office 365 RingCentral Sage200 Geographic Solutions Accelerating Geographic Solutions’ expansion into the UK with rapid Cyber Essentials Plus certification View Case Study Cyber Security Technology Why bcn What can BCN offer your business? BCN’s inustry-standard NIST approach to cyber and information security ensures that our customers are provided with the best solutions and services for their business, ensuring optimal outcomes are consistently delivered. Our industry-accredited experts and partnerships with leading providers enable our team to deliver leading insights into the best available services for your business. If you want flexible, holistic, and robust security protection, BCN has the solutions for you. 1600+ Customers supported every day We are the ongoing partners with over 1200 businesses across the UK and abroad, trusted to deliver leading IT support and digital transformation solutions for all aspects of their operations. 400+ Accredited staff Our growing team of IT experts are leaders in the field and have the accreditations and exams to prove it. 98% Customer retention rate Our growing team of IT experts are leaders in the field and have the accreditations and exams to prove it. FAQs Frequently Asked Questions How often should we review our security strategy? Security should be reviewed regularly, not just after an incident. Many organisations carry out formal reviews annually, alongside ongoing monitoring throughout the year. It’s also important to reassess controls when introducing new systems, adopting cloud services, or expanding into new markets to ensure protections remain aligned with risk. What happens if a breach is detected? If suspicious activity is identified, the priority is containment and investigation. This typically involves isolating affected systems, analysing the source and impact, and implementing remediation steps. Clear communication and documented response procedures help minimise disruption and reduce potential financial or reputational damage. How do we balance protection with user productivity? Effective protection should support the business rather than slow it down. This means implementing proportionate controls, automating monitoring where possible, and providing staff with clear guidance and training. When done correctly, strong security enables confident remote working, collaboration, and innovation without unnecessary friction. 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