Cyber Security for Financial Services Firms
Security architecture built for client data protection, regulatory compliance and transaction integrity
Client data and transaction detail make financial services firms a target, and it makes security a regulatory question too. We help you make your IT an advantage rather than a liability: protected, compliant and ready for scrutiny, not bolted on after the fact.
Independent security expertise for regulated firms: We work with financial services firms across the UK, remote-first. Nothing to resell, no agenda, no surprise bills. We know FCA Consumer Duty, SMCR, GDPR and PCI-DSS where it applies, and we build security around the platforms you already run: Intelliflo, Xplan, Salesforce FSC. We've already built and run this, so you get the shortcut past the mistakes, not an experiment on your business.
Complete Security for Financial Services Firms
Endpoint Detection & Response
Enterprise-grade EDR that stops ransomware before it can encrypt your firm's data. Real-time monitoring, automated response and around-the-clock analysis, run by a team that has already built this at scale.
Backup & Disaster Recovery
Immutable backups that ransomware cannot touch, with recovery procedures we've tested, not just documented. Your firm back online in hours, not days.
24/7 Security Monitoring
A security operations centre watching your systems around the clock, with threat intelligence and a fast response when something looks wrong.
Patch Management
Critical updates deployed within 24 hours, tested for compatibility with Intelliflo and the platforms you run day to day. No disruption to client service.
Vulnerability Management
Regular scanning finds weaknesses before anyone else does, with prioritised fixes and clear reporting you can hand straight to a compliance review.
Phishing Simulation & Training
Regular simulations that test staff awareness, with targeted training where it's needed. Your team becomes part of the defence, not the weak link.
Email Security & Filtering
Advanced threat protection that stops impersonation attempts, malicious attachments and suspicious links before they reach an inbox.
Credential Exposure Monitoring
We watch known breach data for your firm's credentials, with early warning and a straightforward reset process if anything turns up exposed.
Why Financial Services Firms Choose Us
FCA Compliance Expertise
Security controls mapped to Consumer Duty and SMCR requirements, with the evidence ready for when a regulator asks for it.
Client Asset Protection
Your clients trust your firm with their financial future. We make sure that trust is backed by security that actually holds up, not paperwork alone.
Platform Integration Security
Practical experience securing Intelliflo, Xplan and Salesforce FSC, so we know where these platforms are strong and where they need extra protection.
Incident Response for Regulated Firms
If something happens, we help you meet FCA notification requirements: fast containment, proper documentation, and support through the regulatory conversation.
Transparent Pricing
No hidden fees, no surprise invoices. Choose an ongoing managed service that scales with your firm, or a one-time security review project if that's a better fit right now.
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
24/7 SOC + compliance support
- Everything in Standard, plus:
- 24/7 security monitoring & response
- 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 does this help with FCA Consumer Duty?
Consumer Duty requires you to protect client interests, including their data. Our security controls demonstrate you're taking appropriate measures. We provide documentation for compliance reviews.
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-office, at home, or visiting clients. Secure access to platforms, protected devices, and compliant remote working.
Protect Your Firm
Start with a straightforward 20-minute scoping call. We'll review your current security posture, identify the gaps specific to financial services firms, and show you exactly where you're exposed, no cost, no obligation.
Our approach: we've already built and run this, so you get core protection deployed in days, not months, with the evidence to prove it.
Independent security expertise for financial services firms across the UK. Cyber Essentials certified. Microsoft Security Partner.
