IT Security and Auditing

Information and Cyber Security is a major challenge facing businesses today.  Companies have become more reliant on the information they hold, they are now faced with ever-increasing threats to the security of their networks and integrity of data.

Our security consultants are Cisco, Checkpoint, CompTIA and Microsoft MCSE(Security) accredited and have hands on experience with security consulting in Scotland and throughout the UK.

We address the security and availability requirements, from basic to advanced, for a range of network environments.

Network Security Monitoring

Malicious attacks against UK business services have increased dramatically over the years.  We can provide constant network security monitoring to protect against major attack vectors, including Distributed Denial of Service (DDOS) attacks and use of remote service exploits and vulnerabilities.  An important aspect of network security monitoring and protection will be an immediate response to any attack.  This is achieved using a combination of security tools either built-in, or additionally installed, within the client network systems.  Rather than relying purely on Perimeter Defences, intrusion detection will be enabled and planned responses to situations will be planned for.

Penetration Testing | Security Audit

Penetration testing (or Security Audit) is essential to give you that peace of mind. Our pentests will evaluate the security of your network by simulating a malicious attack. The process involves an active analysis of your system for any weaknesses, technical flaws or vulnerabilities.

Penetration Testing can be conducted against a single machine, or a whole company network. At its simplest form a penetration test is the process of actively evaluating your information security measures.

Commonly tested areas are:

• Off-the-shelf products (operating systems, applications, databases, networking equipment etc.)
• Bespoke development (dynamic web sites, in-house applications etc.)
• Telephony (war-dialling, remote access etc.)
• Wireless (WIFI, bluetooth, IR, GSM, war driving etc.)
• Personnel (screening process, social engineering etc.)
• Physical (access controls, dumpster diving etc.)

While a great deal of technical effort is applied during the testing and analysis, the real value of a penetration test is in the report and debriefing that you receive at the end. On completion of our tests we will initially debrief management and technical personnel, then submit a report detailing all of the threats we have found and how you can implement corrective maintenance.

Security Technologies | Risk Assessment

We always start by determining the amount of risk your organisation is willing to assume and what corresponding measures are necessary to achieve the security and availability levels needed to stay within those risk parameters.

Supplemental measures can also be taken, that enable organisations to meet specialised conditions such as a mission-critical necessity to maintain business continuity at all times, protect high-value information, or the need to ensure ongoing operational revenue generation in heightened risk environments.

Contact us for more Information

If your company has any specific requirements, or if you want to arrange for an information and  cyber security evaluation, please contact us for more information.