Vulnerability & Risk Assessments
Vulnerability assessments that find your security gaps before attackers do
You can’t fix what you can’t see. Our vulnerability scans and risk assessments examine your network, devices, cloud accounts and policies, then give you a clear, prioritized plan to close the gaps that matter most.
- Internal and external vulnerability scanning
- Microsoft 365 and cloud security review
- Firewall and remote access configuration checks
- Backup and recovery readiness review
- A prioritized report in plain language
Our process
How an assessment works
Thorough, non-disruptive and focused on practical next steps.
- 01
Scope
We agree on what will be tested and when, so scans don’t clash with your busy periods.
- 02
Scan & review
Automated scanning plus hands-on review of your configurations, accounts and policies.
- 03
Prioritize
Findings are ranked by real-world risk and business impact, not just technical severity.
- 04
Report & fix
We walk you through the results, then fix the issues or support your team while they do.
What we examine
A complete look at the areas attackers target most often.
Network & perimeter
Open ports, exposed services, firewall rules and remote access entry points.
Devices & servers
Missing patches, outdated software, weak configurations and unsupported operating systems.
Microsoft 365 & cloud
Sign-in security, sharing settings, admin roles and mailbox rules that attackers abuse.
Identities & access
MFA coverage, stale accounts, shared logins and excessive permissions.
Backups & recovery
Whether backups are complete, protected from ransomware and actually restorable.
Policies & people
Password, onboarding and offboarding practices, plus how your team handles suspicious email.
Clear results
A report you can actually use
A 200-page scan printout isn’t helpful to a business owner. Our reports start with a short executive summary that explains your overall risk in plain language, followed by a prioritized list of issues, why each one matters and exactly how to fix it.
Because we look at your business context, not just raw scan scores, you can focus your time and budget on the changes that genuinely reduce risk.
- Executive summary for owners and leadership
- Findings ranked by risk and effort to fix
- Step-by-step remediation guidance
- A follow-up scan to confirm fixes worked
- Remote desktop exposed to the internetCritical
- MFA missing on two admin accountsHigh
- Outdated firmware on office printerMedium
- Guest Wi-Fi shares the staff networkMedium
Need proof of security for a client, insurer or auditor?
An assessment gives you documented evidence of where you stand today and what you’re doing to improve.
Frequently asked questions
What’s the difference between a vulnerability assessment and a risk assessment?
A vulnerability assessment looks for specific technical weaknesses, such as missing patches or misconfigurations. A risk assessment takes a wider view, weighing those weaknesses against your business, data and processes to decide what matters most. We combine both.
Will scanning disrupt our systems?
Rarely. Scans are carefully configured, fragile devices such as older printers or shop-floor PCs are handled with care, and scans run at times that suit you. Your team can keep working normally throughout the assessment.
How often should we have an assessment?
At least once a year, and after major changes such as an office move, new systems or a merger. Businesses in regulated industries, or those handling sensitive data, benefit from more frequent scanning.
What do we receive at the end?
A written report with an executive summary, a prioritized list of findings and clear remediation steps, plus a meeting to walk through the results and answer your questions.
Can you fix the issues you find?
Yes. We can resolve the findings for you, work alongside your internal IT staff or bring everything under ongoing managed cybersecurity so new gaps are caught early.
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