Cyber Security for Financial Services Firms in Cheshire
Local security expertise for client data protection, regulatory compliance, and transaction security
Independent, Bromborough-based, Microsoft Partner. You deal with Eric.
Financial services firms are high-value targets. Client data enables identity theft and fraud. Regulatory breaches can end careers.
Cheshire-based security for financial services firms: We protect financial services firms across Cheshire and the wider North West. I know FCA Consumer Duty, SMCR, GDPR, and PCI-DSS where applicable, and I build security around the software you actually use: Intelliflo, Xplan, Salesforce FSC.
You deal with Eric. Twenty years of cloud and security architecture in regulated environments, working from Thursby House in Bromborough, within half an hour of most of Cheshire, from Ellesmere Port to Northwich. The person who scopes the work is the person who does it, so nothing gets lost between a salesperson and a delivery team.
Six questions, about two minutes. You get a written fix list in the order worth closing things, and it is yours to keep whether we ever speak or not.
Complete Security for Cheshire Financial Services Firms
Endpoint Detection & Response
Enterprise-grade EDR that catches ransomware before it encrypts your firm's data. Real-time monitoring, automated response, and continuous automated threat analysis.
Backup & Disaster Recovery
Immutable backups that ransomware cannot touch. Tested recovery procedures. Your Cheshire firm back online in hours, not days.
Continuous Security Monitoring
Continuous automated monitoring of your systems, with a staffed security operations centre available as a paid upgrade. Threat intelligence. Immediate response when something looks wrong.
Patch Management
Critical updates deployed within 24 hours. Tested for Intelliflo compatibility. No disruption to your operations.
Vulnerability Management
Regular scanning finds weaknesses before attackers do. Prioritised remediation. Clear reporting for compliance evidence.
Phishing Simulation & Training
Regular simulations that test staff awareness. Targeted training for those who need it. Watch your human firewall strengthen.
Email Security & Filtering
Advanced threat protection that stops impersonation attacks, malicious attachments, and suspicious links before they reach inboxes.
Dark Web Monitoring
We watch criminal marketplaces for your firm's credentials. Early warning if staff details are compromised. Proactive password resets.
Why Cheshire Financial Services Firms Choose Us
Rapid Local Response
When FCA notification deadlines loom, you need fast support. Our Cheshire-based team gives security incidents fast, senior-led attention.
Understanding Cheshire Financial Services
We know the Cheshire financial services community. Your regulatory pressures, your client expectations, your competitive landscape.
One Named Engineer
Regular updates without you chasing for them, and strategic guidance when you need it. The same senior engineer throughout, so nobody needs bringing up to speed.
Our Reputation in Cheshire
Our reputation in Cheshire depends on protecting regulated firms. We understand the stakes and take them seriously.
Why Cheshire Financial Services Firms Demand Specialist Cyber Security
Knutsford and Wilmslow form the epicentre of North West wealth management. Equilibrium Financial Planning alone manages over 850 million pounds in assets. Evelyn Partners, Watterson Financial Planning, Swiftsure Wealth Management and Premier Wealth Solutions all operate from Knutsford. These firms handle client portfolios and personal financial data under FCA Consumer Duty and SMCR requirements that make cyber security a regulatory necessity, not a nice-to-have.
Cheshire has the second highest economic output per person in England outside London, generating over 37 billion pounds in GVA across the Cheshire and Warrington area. That wealth concentration makes local financial services firms attractive targets. The Cheshire Science Corridor, connecting Alderley Park to Birchwood Park, adds a layer of technology-driven financial activity around life sciences investment and R&D funding.
Our Liverpool City Region base is approximately 35 minutes from Knutsford via the M6. We provide cyber security services to Cheshire financial services firms that understand FCA compliance requirements and the specific risks facing firms managing significant client wealth.
Transparent Pricing
No hidden fees. No surprise invoices. Security protection that scales with your business.
H-Protect Essentials
Core security foundations
- Endpoint monitoring & patching
- Device backup
- Ransomware protection
- Remote support quota
5-user minimum
H-Protect Standard
Full security stack with helpdesk
- Everything in Essentials, plus:
- Helpdesk support (calls answered <30 secs)
- EDR endpoint protection
- Email security & anti-phishing
- Microsoft 365 management
- Dark web monitoring
- Monthly security scorecard
10-user minimum
H-Protect Complete
SOC monitoring (available as a paid upgrade) + compliance support
- Everything in Standard, plus:
- Continuous security monitoring, actioned in working hours
- Vulnerability management
- Phishing simulation exercises
- Priority support & SLA
- Cyber Essentials prep support
10-user minimum
Note: Pricing covers security and management. Microsoft 365 licensing (~£10-20/user/month) is additional, paid direct to Microsoft.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you protect client financial data?
Multiple layers: endpoint protection on all devices, email security to prevent credential theft, access controls limiting who sees what, encryption for data at rest and in transit, and monitoring for unusual access patterns. We treat client data as the critical regulated asset it is.
What happens if we get hit by ransomware?
Our EDR detects ransomware in seconds and isolates affected systems. Clean backups mean we restore your data without paying ransom. We help you meet FCA notification requirements and document everything for regulators.
Will security slow down our back-office systems?
No. Our protection is designed for financial software. We whitelist legitimate applications, optimise scanning schedules, and ensure security doesn't impact client service or trading systems.
How quickly can you respond to issues at our Cheshire office?
Remote support starts quickly, and our Cheshire-based team can arrange on-site attention for emergencies. FCA-reportable incidents get priority handling.
Can you support SMCR evidence requirements?
Yes. We provide audit trails, access logs, and security reports that help Senior Managers evidence they're meeting their responsibilities for operational resilience.
What about securing advisers working from home?
Same protection whether advisers are in your Cheshire office, at home, or visiting clients. Secure access to platforms, protected devices, and compliant remote working.
Cyber security for financial services across the North West
We work with financial services across the region. Choose your area:
Other services for businesses in Cheshire
Protect Your Cheshire Firm
Start with a no-cost security assessment. We'll review your current security posture, identify gaps specific to financial services firms, and show you exactly where you're exposed.
Secured in 7 Days, or that month is on us.
Built for financial services firms across Cheshire and the North West. run to Cyber Essentials standards. Microsoft Partner.
