Cyber security services
“Cyber security is too expensive”…until you lose your first contract or customer
33% of contracts now require Cyber Essentials certification. 43% lose customers after a cyber breach.
From quick certification to complete protection, we help SMEs like yours secure more contracts and protect their reputation.
All without enterprise-level complexity or costs.
Cyber security SME challenges
Why SMEs can’t afford to wait on cyber security
The threat landscape and impact has changed. Here’s what businesses like yours are facing
Enterprise-level protection, engineered for SMEs
You don’t need a Fortune 500 budget to defend against Fortune 500-level threats
“Being part of the SME sector, we never thought we could have our own SOC, but that’s what APH has given us. We hardly have to worry about cyber security at all.“
The stages of cyber attacks
The CyberKill chain
The 7 stages of cyber attacks and how we keep you secure
Understanding the 7 stages of cyber attacks helps you see where you’re vulnerable – and how we keep you secure.
Our cyber security packages
Cyber security solutions can’t work in isolation
Whether you need basic or advanced protection, our packages cover the full cyber kill chain
Every business has different cyber security needs (and budgets). But if you fail to cover any of the steps in the cyber kill chain, you’re effectively throwing your money away. It’s like locking your front door but leaving the windows open (or a key under the plant pot).
Why work with APH?
Cyber threats evolve. So do our solutions. since 1984
But our approach has always remained the same.
For nearly four decades, we’ve helped protect SMEs against evolving cyber threats – from early computer viruses to today’s AI-powered attacks. But it’s not just about experience or the latest technology.
Family-run, technically strong
“Chatting to Charlie – he’s a family guy – and his father started the company 40 years ago. It’s not as if they’re a startup. You know you’re getting continuity when dealing with the business owner.“
John Mark, John Mark Watson
Dedicated support, clear communication
“Charlie and APH have a really good understanding of our business. You’ve got access to Charlie direct, plus your account manager and the rest of the team. We didn’t have that with our previous company.“
Max Sheridan, Algeos
Solutions that grow with you
“I don’t think there’s any IT project that we wouldn’t discuss with APH first. They may come back and say have you thought of doing it this way and it’s better. Previously, we’d design the project ourselves and then call them and go, ‘How much does that cost?“
Max Sheridan, Algeos
The APH Approach
How we deliver cyber security, with none of the red tape
Four steps to stronger security
Cyber security FAQs
- Basics & Understanding
- Compliance & Certification
- Cost & Value
- Implementation & Support
- Threats & Protection
The cyber kill chain is the seven stages that most cyber attacks follow:Â
Reconnaissance, Weaponisation, Delivery, Exploitation, Installation, Command & Control, and Actions. Understanding these stages helps identify where you need focus your protection budget.
Yes. Like locking your front door but leaving windows open, missing any stage of the kill chain leaves you vulnerable. Our packages ensure complete protection at different budget levels.
Cyber Essentials is a UK government-backed scheme that helps protect your organisation against common cyber attacks. It’s increasingly required for government contracts and tenders.
 Most businesses achieve certification within 6 weeks with our support. We provide fixed-price packages and clear guidance throughout the process.
We follow a four-step approach:
No. We provide complete support and explain everything in plain English, without technical jargon.
We offer different package levels to suit various budgets while ensuring complete protection. We’ll help you choose the right level based on your risks and requirements.
Yes. Our solutions are designed to grow with your business. We can start with essential protection and add more sophisticated IT security as your needs evolve.
We continuously update our protection against evolving threats, including AI-powered attacks. Our 35+ years of experience helps us anticipate and adapt to new security challenges.
Our response depends on your protection level, but all packages include clear guidance and support to address security incidents quickly and effectively.








