Cyber Security & Essential Eight
Servicing businesses all over Australia.
Practical protection, plain-English reporting and 24/7 monitoring — built on the ACSC Essential Eight.
Security that fits real businesses
Enterprise-grade security does not have to be complicated or expensive. We start with the controls that stop the most common attacks — stolen credentials, phishing, unpatched software and unsafe backups — then build from there.
Every recommendation is mapped to the Essential Eight, and every report is written in plain English so boards, owners and insurers understand exactly where you stand.
What is included
A layered security program that covers people, devices, email, identities and recovery.
Multi-Factor Authentication
Enforce MFA across Microsoft 365, VPNs, remote access and any cloud service that supports it — because stolen passwords are the easiest way in.
Essential Eight Alignment
We assess your environment against the ACSC Essential Eight and build a practical roadmap to lift maturity without boiling the ocean.
Endpoint Detection & Response
Next-generation protection on every laptop and server, backed by threat intelligence and 24/7 monitoring for suspicious behaviour.
Email Filtering & Phishing Defence
Stop malicious email before it reaches inboxes. We also run phishing simulations so staff learn to spot the attacks that technology cannot block.
Patching & Application Control
Operating systems and third-party apps patched on a schedule, with application control to stop unapproved software from running.
Backup, Recovery & Ransomware Readiness
Immutable, tested backups and a documented incident response plan so you can recover quickly if the worst happens.
Who it is for
Security programs for organisations of every size, across every industry.
Businesses Without In-House Security
Get enterprise-grade security controls and reporting without hiring a full-time security team.
Organisations Told to Lift Essential Eight Maturity
We translate audit findings and cyber insurance questionnaires into a clear, prioritised action plan.
Companies Recovering From a Security Incident
Tighten controls, close the gaps that were exploited and put monitoring in place so it does not happen again.
Distributed Teams & Remote Workforces
Secure every endpoint and identity regardless of whether staff are in the office, at home or on the road.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about cyber security, the Essential Eight and how we protect your business.
What is the Essential Eight?
The Essential Eight is a set of baseline mitigation strategies published by the Australian Cyber Security Centre. It covers patching, MFA, backups, application control and more. We use it as the foundation of every security program we build.
How quickly can you improve our security?
Quick wins like MFA and email filtering can be in place within days. A full Essential Eight program typically runs over weeks or months depending on your environment, with clear priorities so risk drops fast.
Do you provide 24/7 monitoring?
Yes. Our security operations keep an eye on endpoint alerts, firewall logs and suspicious activity around the clock, escalating to you when action is needed.
Can you help with cyber insurance questionnaires?
Absolutely. We work with insurers and brokers regularly and can help answer security questionnaires accurately, then implement the controls needed to satisfy them.
What happens if we get hit by ransomware?
We respond immediately to isolate affected systems, assess the scope, restore from immutable backups and guide you through recovery and reporting obligations.
Worried about your cyber security posture?
Book a free 30-minute security review and we will assess your current controls against the Essential Eight and prioritise the fixes that reduce risk fastest.
Or email hello@uitg.com.au