Cyber Security for Recruitment Agencies in North West
Local security expertise for candidate data protection, ATS security, and client confidentiality
Independent, on the Wirral, Microsoft partner. You deal with Eric.
Candidate databases are goldmines for criminals. Invoice fraud targets fee payments. Competitor-sponsored attacks steal client relationships. One breach can end your reputation.
North West-based security for recruitment agencies: We protect recruitment agencies across North West and the wider North West. I know GDPR, REC Code of Practice, and client contractual requirements, and I build security around the software you actually use: Bullhorn, Vincere, Mercury.
You deal with Eric. Twenty years of cloud and security architecture in regulated environments, covering the Wirral, and remote-first across the whole North West. 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 you keep it either way.
Complete Security for North West Recruitment Agencies
Endpoint Detection & Response
Enterprise-grade EDR that catches ransomware before it encrypts your agency’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 North West agency 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 Bullhorn 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 agency’s credentials. Early warning if staff details are compromised. Proactive password resets.
Why North West Recruitment Agencies Choose Us
Fast Local Response
When security issues hit, you need fast support. Our North West-based team provides rapid response for critical incidents.
Understanding North West Recruitment
We know the North West recruitment market. Your competitive pressures, your client expectations, your growth challenges.
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.
Local Reputation Matters
Our reputation in the North West business community depends on protecting agencies like yours. We take that seriously.
Why North West Recruitment Agencies Need Specialist Cyber Security
The North West recruitment market is expanding. The National Cyber Force at Samlesbury will bring thousands of cyber security jobs to Lancashire. Liverpool’s Knowledge Quarter has a 2 billion pound investment pipeline creating tech and research roles. Chester Business Park’s 7,500 financial services workers generate ongoing recruitment demand. The region’s 350 cyber security companies need talent, and the agencies placing candidates into these roles hold some of the most sensitive personal data in the market.
GDPR obligations apply to every agency across the region, from the specialist technical recruiters in Cheshire to the generalist agencies in Liverpool and Preston. Nationally significant cyber incidents doubled in the year to May 2025, and recruitment agencies are attractive targets because they hold concentrated databases of personal information, including identification documents, salary history and employment references. A single breach can expose thousands of individuals.
We operate from the Liverpool City Region with coverage across the North West. Whether your agency places candidates in Manchester, Chester, Warrington or Lancaster, you get cyber security that protects your candidate data and secures your ATS integrations.
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.
Cyber security for recruitment agencies across the North West
This is the page for the North West. For the service in general, see cyber security for recruitment. Or pick the area closest to you:
Other services for businesses in the North West
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you protect our candidate database from breaches?
Multiple layers: endpoint protection on all devices accessing candidate data, email security to prevent credential theft, access controls to limit who sees what, and monitoring for unusual data access patterns. We treat your candidate database as the critical 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. The aim is to get agencies back to full operation quickly. Your candidates’ data stays protected.
Will security slow down Bullhorn/Vincere?
No. Our protection is designed for recruitment software. We whitelist legitimate applications, optimise scanning schedules, and ensure security doesn’t impact the tools you rely on to place candidates.
How quickly can you respond to issues at our North West office?
You get fast remote support as standard, with senior engineers focused on getting you back up and running as quickly as possible. On-site visits to North West agencies are scheduled as needed. Data breach incidents get immediate priority.
Can you secure our remote consultants?
Absolutely. You get the same protection whether staff are in-office in North West, at home, or at client sites. Secure access to your ATS, protected devices, and monitored connections.
What about securing contractor and temp worker data?
Same protection as permanent candidates. You implement appropriate data retention, secure sharing with clients, and audit trails that evidence GDPR compliance.
Protect Your North West Agency
Start with a security assessment at no cost. We’ll review your current security posture, identify gaps specific to recruitment agencies, and show you exactly where you’re exposed.
Secured in 7 Days, or that month is on us.
Security and IT support for recruitment agencies across North West and the North West. run to Cyber Essentials standards. Microsoft Partner.