Cybersecurity in Professional Services
The Problem
A regional financial services firm faced a surge in phishing attempts and ransomware threats targeting both staff and clients. Their legacy security stack lacked real-time threat detection and compliance checks revealed vulnerabilities that could result in regulatory fines. With increasing client anxiety around data protection, the firm needed a fast but sustainable solution to secure its systems and reassure stakeholders.
The Solution
We conducted a cybersecurity audit to pinpoint high-risk areas and prioritise fixes. Multi-factor authentication, endpoint monitoring and continuous threat detection were rolled out, alongside staff awareness training to reduce human error - the most common breach vector. The solution also included compliance alignment with UK GDPR and FCA guidelines, ensuring their security posture met regulatory demands without overcomplicating operations.
The Success
Post‑implementation, attempted phishing breaches dropped by 87% in six months. No ransomware incidents were recorded and the firm passed subsequent regulatory audits without issue. Client confidence rose, reflected in an uptick in renewals and referrals. Security operations are now monitored in real-time, with quarterly reviews to adapt to evolving threats, protecting the firm’s reputation and bottom line.
