Managed Cyber Security Services for Businesses

In today’s dynamic digital environment, security is paramount for every business. We offer a comprehensive range of managed IT and security services designed to safeguard small and medium-sized businesses. With a “security-first” approach, we help organizations stay ahead of threats and maintain secure, reliable access to their data and applications.

Security-First Mindset

Our team employs a security-first approach to everything we do. From initial setup to ongoing management, we ensure that your data remains protected by implementing Zero Trust principles, which control and verify access at every point. This ensures only authenticated and authorized users can access sensitive data, adding a critical layer of protection against potential breaches.

Public Cloud Workload Protection

Misconfigurations in public cloud environments are a leading cause of security vulnerabilities. We provide expertise to secure your cloud workloads by:

• - Protecting against exposed or vulnerable services.
• - Ensuring systems and operating systems (OSes) are consistently patched and updated.
• - Hardening each service before it’s exposed to the internet.
• - Implementing multi-factor authentication (MFA) for any public-facing or remote access points.

By addressing these critical areas, we keep your cloud infrastructure secure, reducing the risk of breaches and unauthorized access.

Swift Response to Security Incidents

When security issues arise, swift and measured responses are essential. Our team helps you understand the impact, identify the root cause, and secure any vulnerabilities immediately. We collaborate with your IT and leadership teams to provide regular updates throughout the process and assist in triage and remediation, ensuring continuity and stability in your operations.

Microsoft 365 (M365) Security

Microsoft 365 is widely used for email and collaboration, yet default configurations can leave systems exposed. Our M365 services provide:

• - Comprehensive security configurations beyond basic licensing
• - Protection against phishing attacks and other email-borne threats
• - Secure M365 administrator accounts with dedicated, separate logins
• - Disabling of legacy client connections, which can be vulnerable to modern attacks

By securing your M365 environment, we enable safer, more reliable collaboration across your business.

Public Cloud Security Best Practices

For large cloud deployments, we emphasize robust security configurations to prevent unauthorized access and account spoofing. Our public cloud services include:

• - FIDO key implementation to protect administrator accounts.
• - Thoughtfully designed landing zones and network segregation for each application stack.
• - Strictly defined Network Security Groups (NSGs) to permit only necessary access.
• - Dedicated, firewall'ed connections to public cloud environments for enhanced security.

These practices ensure that your cloud infrastructure is well-protected and your applications and data remain secure.

Vigilance During High-Risk Periods

Cybercriminals often strike during long weekends and holiday periods when IT teams are less active. We offer dedicated monitoring resources or trusted vendor partnerships to keep your systems secure during these high-risk times, preventing potential breaches that could otherwise go unnoticed.

Security Training and Awareness

Awareness is key to prevention. Our security training programs equip your team with the skills to recognize and respond to threats. Services include:

• - Email phishing training to identify suspicious messages.
• - General security awareness for employees.
• - Executive-level training on current security threats.
• - Tabletop exercises for hands-on threat response practice.

By educating your team, we empower them to become the first line of defense against cyber threats.

Regular Testing and Assessment

Our testing services identify vulnerabilities before they become threats:

• - Penetration Testing: Conducted yearly for both internal and external systems to uncover potential blind spots and security gaps.
• - Vulnerability Testing: Monthly scans ensure that public-facing assets are patched and secured, reducing the risk of exploitation.

Through ongoing assessments, we maintain vigilance over your environment, allowing you to operate confidently, knowing your assets are secure. With our comprehensive managed services, small and medium-sized businesses can achieve enterprise-grade security, robust cloud protection, and proactive monitoring. Let us help you create a resilient IT foundation that keeps your business secure and prepared for the future.

Cybersecurity Best Practices for Key Staff and Traveling Professionals

At Ekkum, we understand that cybersecurity is an ongoing priority for businesses and individuals alike. With more professionals working remotely and on the go, it’s essential to adopt safe digital habits both in and out of the office. Here’s a look at how we help key staff members and teams maintain high cybersecurity standards, protect personal information, and minimize risks, especially while traveling.

Personal Cybersecurity for Key Staff

Our team provides guidance to key staff and executives to ensure their personal security aligns with the company's overall cybersecurity strategy. This includes the following best practices:

Situational Awareness: We encourage key staff to maintain a low profile online by limiting the amount of personal information shared on social media. This reduces the chance of becoming a target for social engineering or other cyber-attacks.

Home Office Security: For professionals working from home, we advise separating personal and work devices to prevent potential breaches across networks. Securing home offices with strong Wi-Fi passwords, firewalls, and encryption helps protect sensitive company data.

Family Awareness: Educating family members, especially children, on cyber risks is essential. We encourage staff to talk with kids about the importance of not posting sensitive information online, including travel plans, family activities, or details that could link back to the company. This keeps both families and the business safer.

Cybersecurity Travel Tips

Traveling opens the door to additional cybersecurity vulnerabilities. We provide the following recommendations for safe online practices while on the move:

Avoid Public Computers: Refrain from using kiosk computers or public tablets, as these may lack essential security protections and could be monitored by malicious software. Accessing sensitive data on such devices could put both personal and company information at risk.

Limit Public Wi-Fi Use: Public Wi-Fi networks, like those found in hotels and airports, are common targets for cybercriminals looking to intercept data. If you must use public Wi-Fi, avoid accessing sensitive accounts or company systems. For secure browsing, prioritize a personal mobile hotspot, or consider getting a local SIM card with a data plan to stay connected.

Secure Mobile Hotspot Usage: A mobile hotspot or a local SIM card provides a more secure alternative to hotel or public Wi-Fi. This minimizes exposure to potentially insecure networks, reducing the risk of data interception and unauthorized access.

Comprehensive Support for a Secure Environment

Our services for key staff go beyond recommendations, providing hands-on assistance to integrate these best practices into daily routines. We’re here to ensure your team stays protected, whether at home, on the go, or in the office. Together, we can build a cybersecurity-first culture that keeps your business and personal data safe, secure, and resilient.