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Cybersecurity

Multi-layered protection that keeps your business safe from modern threats. We help you meet cyber insurance requirements, comply with PIPEDA, and sleep at night.

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Why Small Businesses Are Targeted

Cybercriminals don't just target large enterprises. In fact, small and mid-size businesses are the most common targets because they often lack dedicated security teams.

43%

of cyberattacks target small businesses

CAD $6.32M

average cost of a data breach in Canada (IBM 2024)

22 days

average time to recover from ransomware

Common Attack Vectors

Phishing emails that trick employees into clicking malicious links
Ransomware that encrypts your files and demands payment
Business email compromise (BEC) that impersonates executives
Credential stuffing using passwords leaked from other breaches
Unpatched software with known security vulnerabilities
Social engineering targeting employees over phone or email

Our Security Layers

No single tool stops every attack. We deploy multiple layers of protection that work together to keep your business safe.

Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR)

Advanced threat protection on every workstation and server. EDR goes beyond traditional antivirus by using AI to detect and respond to suspicious behavior in real time. If ransomware tries to encrypt files, EDR stops it and rolls back the damage.

  • AI-powered threat detection
  • Automatic threat isolation
  • Ransomware rollback capability
  • Centralized management dashboard

Email Security & Anti-Phishing

90% of cyberattacks start with email. We deploy advanced email filtering that catches phishing attempts, malicious attachments, and business email compromise before they reach your inbox.

  • Advanced phishing detection
  • Malicious attachment scanning
  • Impersonation protection
  • External sender warnings

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

Passwords alone aren't enough. MFA ensures that even if a password is stolen, attackers can't access your accounts. We deploy MFA across Microsoft 365, VPN, and critical business applications.

  • Microsoft 365 MFA enforcement
  • Conditional access policies
  • VPN and remote access MFA
  • Passwordless authentication options

Security Awareness Training

Your employees are your first line of defense, and your biggest risk. We run ongoing training with simulated phishing campaigns so your team knows how to spot and report threats.

  • Monthly simulated phishing tests
  • Interactive training modules
  • Compliance tracking and reporting
  • New hire security onboarding

Dark Web Monitoring

When credentials are leaked in data breaches, they end up on the dark web. We monitor for your company's email addresses and domains, alerting you when credentials appear so passwords can be changed before they're exploited.

  • Continuous dark web scanning
  • Domain and email monitoring
  • Instant breach alerts
  • Remediation guidance

Incident Response

When a security incident occurs, every minute counts. We have documented incident response plans and the tools to contain, investigate, and recover from breaches quickly.

  • Documented response procedures
  • Rapid containment protocols
  • Forensic investigation
  • Post-incident reporting

Cyber Insurance Readiness

Cyber insurance providers now require specific security controls before they'll issue or renew a policy. If you can't check these boxes, you may be denied coverage or face significantly higher premiums.

Common Insurance Requirements We Help You Meet:

MFA on all email accounts and remote access
Endpoint detection and response (EDR) on all devices
Regular data backups with tested recovery
Email filtering and anti-phishing protection
Security awareness training for all employees
Patch management within 30 days of release
Incident response plan documented and tested
Privileged access management (admin accounts)
Network segmentation and firewall rules
Encryption of sensitive data at rest and in transit

PIPEDA Compliance Support

Canada's Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) requires businesses to protect personal information with appropriate security safeguards. Non-compliance can result in fines of up to $100,000 per violation.

How We Help:

  • Technical safeguards: encryption, access controls, monitoring, and audit logging
  • Breach detection and response to meet mandatory reporting requirements
  • Data retention policies and secure deletion procedures
  • Access request handling so you can respond within the 30-day requirement
  • Regular security assessments documenting your compliance posture

Security Visible Through ClayGen Connect

Your security posture, endpoint status, dark web alerts, phishing training results, and compliance dashboards are all visible in real time through ClayGen Connect. Full transparency into how your business is protected.

Learn about ClayGen Connect

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common cybersecurity questions from Canadian small and mid-size businesses.

What cybersecurity services does a small business need?
At minimum, every small business needs endpoint detection and response (EDR), email security with anti-phishing, multi-factor authentication (MFA), security awareness training, encrypted backups, and a documented incident response plan. Cyber insurance is also effectively mandatory for most businesses now, and insurers require the controls above before they will issue a policy.
How much does cybersecurity cost for a small business in Canada?
A complete small business cybersecurity stack typically costs $30 to $80 per user per month, depending on the size of your environment and your compliance requirements. That covers EDR, email security, MFA, training, dark web monitoring, and 24/7 security operations. A breach, by contrast, averages CAD $6.32 million in Canada per IBM's 2024 Cost of a Data Breach Report, so the math is straightforward.
What is the difference between antivirus and EDR?
Traditional antivirus matches files against a list of known threats and only reacts to viruses it has seen before. Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) uses behavioral analysis, AI, and continuous monitoring to detect attacks based on what they do, not what they are. EDR catches ransomware, fileless malware, and novel attacks that antivirus misses. EDR is also a baseline requirement for cyber insurance.
Do I still need cybersecurity if I use Microsoft 365?
Yes. Microsoft 365 includes solid baseline security, but most businesses leave critical settings turned off, never enable MFA properly, and lack endpoint protection on the devices that access M365 data. Microsoft secures the M365 infrastructure, not your tenant configuration, your users, or your endpoints. A managed cybersecurity service layers on the controls that Microsoft does not handle by default.
How long does a cybersecurity assessment take?
A complete cybersecurity assessment typically takes one to two weeks. We review your network, endpoints, Microsoft 365 configuration, email security, backups, access controls, and policies. You receive a written report with prioritized findings, a remediation roadmap, and clear pricing for any recommendations. The discovery call and initial scoping are free.
What happens if my business is hit by ransomware?
Call us immediately. The first hour matters most. We will isolate affected systems to stop the spread, contain the blast radius, work with your cyber insurance carrier, coordinate with law enforcement if needed, and rebuild from clean backups. We strongly advise against paying the ransom in almost every case. Our incident response retainer clients get guaranteed response times during an active incident.

How Secure is Your Business?

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