Cyber Security

Cyber security consultancy services

Cyber security threats are constantly evolving, making expert guidance essential for businesses of all sizes. At Ask4Support, our cyber security consultancy services help organisations across the UK:

  • Identify risks
  • Strengthen defences
  • Develop practical strategies to improve security and compliance

From vulnerability assessments and security reviews to policy development and incident preparedness, our consultants provide tailored advice designed around your business, systems and operational requirements. Whether you need support with compliance, risk reduction or long-term cyber security planning, we deliver clear, proactive solutions that help protect your organisation against modern cyber threats.

Our approach

Our approach to
cyber security

From our vast experience of supporting organisations in the public and private sectors, we know that when it comes to protecting your organisation, technology, and data from cyber threats, you want:

  • Continuity
  • Insurance eligibility
  • Trust with your clients
  • Compliance
  • Reduced operational stress

Utilising the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework (CSF)

The NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) is a globally recognised combination of best practices that helps organisations assess, manage, and reduce cybersecurity risk. Developed by NIST, it provides a structured approach to improving security, resilience, and business confidence.

Using the framework, our team of cyber security experts work collaboratively with our clients to reduce operational and financial risks. We do this by utilising the following key steps to ensure your approach to cyber security is robust.

The A4S NIST Cybersecurity Framework lifecycle: Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, Recover, Govern
  1. 1 Identify
  2. 2 Protect
  3. 3 Detect
  4. 4 Respond
  5. 5 Recover
  6. 6 Govern

Risk assessments, audits, asset mapping tools

What we deliver

Our cyber security
consultancy services

Our cyber security consultancy services include:

Cyber security risk assessment and audit service

Cyber threats, compliance requirements, and evolving technologies create a complex risk landscape for every organisation.

Our cyber security risk assessment and audit service provides a comprehensive view of your security posture, helping you identify vulnerabilities, prioritise risks, and build a clear roadmap for improvement.

Framework-aligned assessments

Our assessments are aligned to recognised industry frameworks including the NCSC Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF) and NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF). Using the Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond and Recover lifecycle, we provide complete visibility across your cyber security programme.

Asset and risk discovery

We identify and map critical systems, data assets, users and third-party dependencies to build a complete picture of your environment. This enables us to uncover vulnerabilities, threat exposures, and potential business impacts across your organisation.

Compliance gap analysis

We benchmark your current security posture against key standards such as Cyber Essentials, ISO 27001 and GDPR. Our assessments highlight compliance gaps and provide a clear path towards certification and regulatory readiness.

Technical security audits

Our experts review the effectiveness of your technical controls, including endpoints, cloud platforms, networks, and identity management systems. We validate key safeguards such as multi-factor authentication, patch management, access controls, and secure configurations.

Vulnerability and penetration testing

We deliver targeted testing to identify exploitable weaknesses across applications, infrastructure, and cloud environments. This provides real-world validation of risk exposure and helps prioritise remediation efforts.

Risk prioritisation and scoring

All findings are assessed based on severity, likelihood, and potential business impact. This allows you to focus resources and investment on the areas that present the greatest risk to your organisation.

Actionable remediation roadmap

We don't just identify issues - we provide a clear, prioritised remediation plan. Every recommendation is aligned to security best practices, compliance requirements and practical business outcomes.

Audit-ready reporting

We provide comprehensive reports designed for technical teams, senior leadership, and auditors. Our documentation provides clear evidence to support regulatory reviews, insurance requirements, and certification programmes.

Continuous Risk Management

Cyber security is an ongoing process. We offer periodic reassessments to monitor progress, maintain compliance, and ensure your security posture evolves alongside emerging threats.

Governance and supply chain assurance

Beyond technology, we assess policies, procedures and third-party risk management practices. This helps ensure security and compliance extend across your organisation and wider supply chain.

Cyber security compliance

Meeting cyber security compliance requirements is more than ticking boxes. It requires a structured approach that combines governance, technology, people, and processes to create a secure and resilient organisation.

Our cyber security compliance services help businesses achieve recognised certifications, meet regulatory obligations and embed security best practices that support long-term growth and resilience.

Framework-led compliance delivery

Our services are built around recognised industry frameworks, including the NCSC Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF) and NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF). This ensures a structured approach covering identification, protection, detection, response, and recovery capabilities.

Certification readiness and support

We provide a clear pathway towards achieving and maintaining certifications such as Cyber Essentials, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001. Our experts guide you through every stage of the compliance journey, from assessment to certification.

Risk-based compliance assessments

We begin with detailed assessments, audits, and asset discovery exercises to identify compliance gaps and areas of risk. Remediation activities are prioritised based on business impact and security risk rather than simple checklist completion.

Standards-aligned security controls

We implement and validate security controls that support recognised compliance standards. From essential protections such as multi-factor authentication and endpoint security to advanced monitoring, SIEM and SOC capabilities, we ensure controls align with both security and regulatory requirements.

Continuous monitoring and assurance

Ongoing monitoring, threat detection, and log management provide the visibility required to maintain compliance and demonstrate due diligence. We also support evidence collection and reporting for audits, assessments, and certification reviews.

Incident response and compliance governance

We help organisations develop incident response plans, procedures and playbooks aligned to NCSC guidance and industry best practice. This ensures compliance obligations for breach management, reporting and regulatory response are met effectively.

Resilience and recovery planning

Our services incorporate backup, disaster recovery and business continuity planning to help organisations meet operational resilience requirements. These capabilities support ISO 27001 and broader regulatory expectations.

Security awareness and human risk management

We deliver security awareness training programmes aligned to GDPR, ISO 27001 and wider compliance requirements, helping reduce human error and strengthen organisational security culture.

Governance, policies and supplier assurance

We develop and review policies, procedures, and governance frameworks that support compliance across the organisation. This includes supplier assurance, accountability structures, and due diligence processes required by regulators and certification bodies.

Scalable compliance roadmaps

Whether you're starting with Cyber Essentials or progressing towards ISO 27001 certification, our modular service model supports organisations at every stage of their maturity journey. This enables phased investment, measurable progress, and continuous improvement.

Cyber Essentials certifications

At Ask4Support, we provide trusted guidance and hands-on support to help you achieve Cyber Essentials certification, giving your customers and partners the confidence that their data is in safe hands. Our services include:

  • Reviewing your IT network and estate to identify changes needed to meet Cyber Essentials controls
  • Planning technical changes to improve security with your specific business needs in mind.
  • Implementing technical changes to improve security.
  • Guidance through security updates explaining what changes have been made and why.

We can also help you obtain Cyber Essentials Plus, a more rigorous follow-on assessment.

Navigating the world of AI and automation

At Ask4Support, we help clients navigate the world of AI and automation by identifying practical, secure, and outcome-focused opportunities to improve productivity, reduce manual effort, and unlock value from existing systems.

We combine strategic guidance with hands-on delivery, helping our clients adopt the right tools safely and effectively, while ensuring innovation remains aligned to business goals, security requirements, and user readiness. We help our clients to:

  • Embed secure AI best practices, including environment and user readiness assessment.
  • Create automation flows.
  • Provide AI advice - looking at where AI fits in your business and how it can improve productivity.
  • Understand the AI risks and rewards.

Fractional Chief Technology Officer (CTO) services

Our Fractional CTO service provides on-demand technology and cyber security leadership without the cost of a full-time executive. We help organisations align technology with business goals, strengthen security and governance, reduce risk, and make smarter investment decisions to support long-term growth.

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Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) services

Cyber security is no longer just an IT issue - it's a strategic business priority. Our Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) service gives you access to experienced cyber security leadership without the cost of a full-time executive, helping you reduce risk, strengthen governance, achieve compliance, and build a resilient security programme.

Working as an extension of your leadership team, we develop security strategies, oversee compliance with standards such as ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials and GDPR, manage cyber risk, support incident response, and provide clear, board-level guidance. With a proactive, framework-led approach, we help ensure your organisation stays secure, compliant, and prepared for future growth.

Every size & sector

Who we help

At Ask4Support, we work with organisations across a range of industry sectors, providing human-centred, trusted, managed cyber security consultancy services. Whatever size, shape, or type of organisation you are, our goal is the same: help you reduce risk, improve efficiency, and focus on growing your organisation with confidence, including:

SME's and owner-managed businesses

Larger corporates

Public sector organisations

The people behind the strategy

Meet our team

Get to know the team behind our dependable IT, technology, and cyber security services: trusted experts who care about helping organisations across the UK stay secure, work efficiently, and scale with confidence.

Meet the team
  • David Dewey
    David Dewey
  • Rachel
    Rachel
  • Simon Bayley
    Simon Bayley
  • Sabina
    Sabina

Explore more of our IT, technology, and cyber security services

Explore more ways we can support your organisation, from advanced Cyber Security Services to strategic Fractional IT support, we offer solutions designed to scale with you. Or browse All Solutions to discover our full range of services.

Common questions

FAQs

Our cyber security consultancy services include security assessments, risk management, compliance guidance, vulnerability reviews, cyber security strategy planning and recommendations to improve your organisation's overall protection.

Cyber security consultancy helps businesses identify weaknesses, reduce cyber risk and implement practical solutions to strengthen systems, processes and employee awareness against evolving threats.

Yes, we can help businesses work towards industry standards and compliance requirements by reviewing existing security measures and providing clear recommendations for improvement.

Cyber security consultancy focuses on strategic guidance, assessments and recommendations, while managed security services provide ongoing monitoring, protection and active threat management.

Cyber security should be reviewed regularly to keep pace with evolving threats, changes in technology and business growth. Many organisations benefit from annual reviews alongside continuous monitoring and testing.

Get in touch today

Sound like the cyber security support you’ve been looking for?

Get in touch with our team today, based in Oxfordshire, to discuss our cyber security consultancy services by calling us on +44 1491 712 344 or emailing [email protected]. You can also contact our team by completing the form below.

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