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Cyber Security That Prevents Incidents Before They Disrupt Your Business
Calm. Control. Secure. Microsolve delivers leading Cyber Security Services.
Robust cyber security isn't just an IT consideration—it's a business imperative.
As one of Australia's premier SME focussed cyber security companies, Microsolve delivers comprehensive cybersecurity solutions to businesses across Sydney, NSW and Australia. Our expert team understands the unique challenges facing Australian business organisations and provides tailored security frameworks to protect your "digital" assets.
At Microsolve, we don't treat security as an add-on but as the foundation of everything we deliver.
Our secure-by-design approach to every service and engagement ensures your business remains protected while achieving operational excellence and compliance with industry standards.
Defence for Your Digital Assets
Our team understands that effective cyber security is about more than implementing technology—it's about creating a comprehensive strategy tailored to defend your business assets - after-all, behind every business is an owner, their family and clients who rely on you and your services.
As a leading IT solutions provider, our expertise spans cloud services, technology consulting, and custom technology development, all architected with security at their core to provide the protection you and your business deserves.
Cyber Security - Fad or Critical Priority?
Executive and Board hype around Cyber Security is well deserved - appropriately protecting your Digital Assets is no fad and the importance should never be under-estimated.
Four key points for consideration when assessing your Cyber Security posture:
Prevention is Cheaper than Cure
Cyber incidents can be catastrophically expensive, requiring significant time and resources to remediate.
A preventative approach saves your enterprise valuable resources while ensuring critical data remains protected.
Trust & Integrity
Your clients trust you with their sensitive digital information.
Robust measures are needed at all layers of your business to protect this data and reinforce your reputation as a trustworthy business partner.
Compliance & Regulation
The latest Australian Privacy Principles have reset the bar for data privacy regulations. It is no longer "just" a statement for your website—it's a legal requirement to have policy, process and evidence.
Health, Financial or Organisations assessed as Critical Infrastructure are subject to further compliance requirements.
Business Continuity
Cyber Security solutions must acknowledge that recovery of data may be necessary when all other mitigations are exhausted.
Ensuring your operations have the best data protection maximises your chance of uninterrupted business operation, even in the face of evolving threats.
Comprehensive Security Frameworks
No two businesses operate the same, nor have the same risk profiles or Cyber requirements.
Microsolve implements a multi-layered security approach that addresses the relevant aspects of your digital environment - irrespective of industry or business size.
Our methodology incorporates industry leading practices while remaining adaptable to your specific business requirements.
Our Cyber team are well versed in the requirements of both the Essential 8 framework and the SMB1001 Cyber standards - the benefit, Cyber tailored to your requirements, not a standard!
Essential Eight Maturity Framework
Microsolve support products include options for Essential Eight maturity Level 1 and 2 coverage as a standard--providing you with an established baseline position for the devices covered by these products. The framework addresses:
- Application control to prevent execution of malicious code
- Patch applications to remediate known security vulnerabilities
- Configure Microsoft Office macro settings to block untrusted macros
- User application hardening to protect against web-based attacks
- Restrict administrative privileges based on user duties
- Patch operating systems to address known vulnerabilities
- Multi-factor authentication for enhanced access security
- Regular backups of critical systems and data
SMB1001 Security Certification
As opposed to the control Framework based approach of the Essential Eight, SMB1001 is a prescriptive security standard comprising 5 certification levels with annual revisions and updates for emerging threats developed by Cyber Security Certification Australia (CSCAu).
Microsolve have adopted the SMB1001 certification internally and are actively pursuing Diamond accreditation—the pinnacle of cyber security standards for small and medium businesses.
This rigorous standard ensures comprehensive protection across five key pillars:
- Technology Management
- Access Control
- Data Protection
- Incident Response
- Staff Security Awareness
When complete, this certification will demonstrate our unwavering commitment to providing world-class security services to our clients.
Our Cyber Security Service Offerings
Cyber Security Business Audit
Begin your security journey with our comprehensive Cyber Risk Review. This assessment evaluates your current security posture and identifies specific steps to strengthen your digital defenses.
Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO)
Our vCISO service provides expert security leadership without the cost of a full-time executive. Your dedicated vCISO combines expertise in business processes, network operations, and security management to deliver strategic guidance tailored to your organisation.
Security Awareness Training
Human error remains one of the greatest security vulnerabilities. Our training programs are proven to reduce staff susceptibility to phishing and other social engineering attacks by up to 70% within the first year.
Email Domain Security Management
Protect your brand and ensure email deliverability with our comprehensive domain reputation management services. We implement DMARC, SPF, and DKIM protocols to prevent email spoofing and enhance your communication security.
Security Policy Development
We develop and implement customised security policies and procedures aligned with your business objectives and compliance requirements.
SMB1001 Certification
As an Organisation accredited to SMB1001, Microsolve will work with you to assist in your journey to achieving SMB1001 certification.
The Microsolve Security Process
Assessment & Discovery
We begin with a thorough assessment of your current security posture, identifying vulnerabilities and compliance gaps through our Cyber Risk Review.
Strategic Cyber Planning
Based on assessment findings, we develop a customised security roadmap that prioritises actions according to risk level and business impact.
Implementation
Our expert team deploys security solutions that address identified vulnerabilities while minimising disruption to your operations.
Ongoing Review & Optimisation
Security is not a one-time project but an ongoing process. We continuously monitor, manage, and optimise your security controls to address evolving threats.
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Frequently asked questions
These FAQs address common questions from Australian organisations looking to strengthen cyber security, reduce ransomware and breach risk, and understand how frameworks like SMB1001 and Essential Eight can support compliance and business continuity.
What does Microsolve’s cyber security service actually cover?
Microsolve provides end‑to‑end cyber security services across technology management, access control, incident response, and staff awareness, helping reduce the likelihood and impact of costly cyber incidents.
These services are designed to protect critical data and systems while supporting business continuity for organisations across Australia.
What is SMB1001 Cyber Security Certification?
SMB1001 is a practical cyber security framework and certification designed for Australian organisations, covering essential areas such as technology controls, access management, incident response, and employee training.
Implementing SMB1001 controls can significantly reduce the risk of data breaches, ransomware attacks, and other disruptive cyber incidents.
How does a preventative cyber security approach save money?
Responding to a major cyber incident can be catastrophically expensive, consuming time, money, and internal resources to recover systems and data.
A preventative approach focuses on hardening systems, tightening access, and improving response readiness so incidents are less frequent and less damaging, lowering total cyber risk over time.
How does SMB1001 improve our security posture?
SMB1001 provides clear, actionable guidelines that lift security maturity across key domains like technology management, access control, incident handling, and staff behaviour.
By systematically applying these controls, your organisation becomes more resilient to data breaches, ransomware, and other targeted attacks.
Is SMB1001 relevant for Australian compliance expectations?
While SMB1001 is not a law, it aligns with recognised best‑practice cyber security controls, helping Australian organisations demonstrate due care to boards, regulators, and customers.
Using a structured framework and certification makes it easier to evidence your efforts around risk management, incident readiness, and data protection.
Will this help reduce ransomware and data breach risk?
Yes, SMB1001‑aligned controls explicitly target common attack paths, such as weak access controls, unpatched systems, and untrained staff, which are frequent causes of ransomware and breaches.
Stronger detection, response planning, and staff training also help limit the impact if an incident occurs.
How does Microsolve support business continuity during a cyber incident?
Microsolve’s preventative security controls are designed to reduce the chance of a shutdown event, while incident response planning aims to restore operations quickly if an attack occurs.
This combination helps protect revenue, reputation, and day‑to‑day operations when cyber threats materialise.
Is this suitable for organisations without in‑house security expertise?
Yes, Microsolve acts as an outsourced cyber security partner, bringing structured frameworks like SMB1001 and practical guidance so leaders do not need deep technical expertise.
This allows your internal team to focus on core responsibilities while security is managed by specialists.
Ready to Fortify Your Cyber Defenses?
Organisations across Sydney, Wollongong, regional NSW, and the rest of Australia rely on Microsolve for practical cyber security services and guided SMB1001 cyber security certification support that protects critical systems and data.
Our team can also streamline your broader IT environment through managed IT services and wider cyber security solutions, with clear next steps available through our dedicated cyber security and contact pages.