Firewall and Network Security for Yorkshire-Based Businesses
Network security plays a pivotal role in your cybersecurity strategy as a whole. Whenever your users establish an internet connection, access websites, or click email links, the virtual door to your IT systems opens. That’s where firewalls play their role; a virtual barrier that ensures that the only traffic going in and out of your network is authenticated. Without proper controls in place, unauthorised access, malicious traffic and security vulnerabilities can expose your systems and data.
Accreditations
NCSC Assured Cyber Advisor
Cyber Essentials
IASME Cyber Assurance Level 1
ISO 9001
Firewall and Network Security at a Glance
Your firewall is one of the first lines of defence between your business network and the wider internet. Flyford provides firewall and network security solutions designed to control access, protect your systems and keep your network running properly. We can manage the technology for you and make changes as your business evolves.
- Who it’s for
SMEs that need secure, properly managed business networks
- What you get
Business firewalls, network security, configuration, monitoring and ongoing management
- How we work
We design network security around your users with physical and digital firewalls
- Where
Yorkshire, including Sheffield, Doncaster, Leeds and surrounding areas
- Accreditations
ISO 9001, NCSC Assured Cyber Advisor and Cyber Essentials Certified
- Experience
Designing, securing and managing business networks since 2013
What we offer
Our Key Service Points
Flyford protects your business network traffic through hardware firewalls, software firewalls, or a combination of the two to keep your IT infrastructure secure.
Advanced firewall protection for your business network
We offer both physical and digital firewall solutions for advanced protection
Control over incoming and outgoing traffic
Stop unauthorised data packets that could contain malicious code
Secure remote access for staff and systems
Ensure remote staff are just as secure as those on site
Continuous monitoring and threat detection
Real-time threat detection and automated response.
Firewall Defence
Is Your Network Secure?
If you’re thinking about bolstering your cybersecurity defences, Flyford can review your current network security, and recommend and implement the right firewall and access controls to protect your business.
Get in touch for a free cybersecurity review!
Some of the firewall and network security we provide to businesses in Yorkshire like yours
- Firewall hardware and software installation and configuration
- Network traffic filtering and control
- Network segmentation
- Secure remote access setup
- Intrusion prevention measures and threat detection
- Network monitoring and alerts
- Ongoing optimisation & support
- Access control & user permissions
Working with us
Why Businesses Choose Flyford for Firewall and Network Security
At Flyford, we pride ourselves on our people-first approach. When it comes to your network security, that means that we deliver tailored firewall solutions based on your business needs – not on what upsells or quotas. We work with you and your team to thoroughly understand how your business operates, evaluate your risk level, and discuss with you in plain terms the solutions we propose – all delivered by a friendly, Yorkshire-based team that has been helping the local business community keep their systems secure since 2013.
We’ve got extensive experience with both hardware and software security solutions for businesses of all sizes, and provide full installation and configuration at your site, as well as providing secure remote access for modern, flexible working. But our job isn’t finished when installation is complete – we provide continuous 24/7 monitoring and proactive threat management to ensure your systems are safe. That’s how we do cybersecurity at Flyford.
How we work
How We Work
A simple, four-step process – with no jargon and no upsells.
- 1
Discovery call
A free 30-minute call to understand your business, your goals and the problems you want solved.
- 2
Audit and review
We review your systems, security, suppliers and costs – on-site or remotely – and talk to the people who use them.
- 3
Your roadmap
A clear, prioritised plan in plain English, with costs and timescales for each recommendation.
- 4
Implement and support
We deliver the plan and coordinate suppliers and your team – then support you ongoing, or hand over to your in-house IT.
Related services
Services That Work Alongside Firewall and Network Security
A firewall protects the edge of your network – these services protect what sits behind it.
Antivirus & Endpoint Protection
We keep security centralised, so that consistent security policies are in place across all your devices.
Ransomware Protection
Ransomware protection designed to prevent attacks, eliminate threats and ensure systems remain secure and recoverable.
Cyber Essentials Certification Support
At Flyford, we make certification straightforward with full audits and technical implementation.
Multi-Office Connectivity
We help bridge the physical gap between your sites with multisite VPN and IP VPN
Internet Connectivity Solutions
We provide clients with bespoke internet solutions that help businesses grow.
Remote IT Support
24/7 monitoring & management, helpdesk support, cybersecurity measures and more
Got a question?
FAQs
Firewall and network security involves protecting your business IT systems by controlling incoming and outgoing traffic across your network – think of it as the moat around your castle that is your IT infrastructure. A firewall acts as a barrier between your internal systems and external threats, helping to block unauthorised access, malware and suspicious activity before it can cause damage.
Absolutely – it’s easy to think that cyberattacks only happen to large-scale businesses, however, cybercriminals often target SMEs on the assumption that they probably have fewer security controls in place. Not only that, firewalls help to prevent your team from accessing suspicious and malicious sites. A properly configured firewall helps protect your systems, data and users from common cyber threats.
A business firewall monitors and filters network traffic based on security rules, suspicious activity, and authentication. It can:
- Block unauthorised access attempts
- Prevent malicious traffic entering your network
- Restrict access to unsafe websites or services
- Monitor outbound traffic for suspicious behaviour
This helps reduce the risk of cyberattacks and data breaches; it’s particularly effective when combined with a multilayered approach to cybersecurity.
Hardware firewalls are physical devices that are dedicated to protecting your network – establishing a virtual boundary to protect against incoming and outgoing internet traffic. They’re essential for Yorkshire businesses bound by certain compliance regulations, industrial networks, or businesses with heavy internet traffic, though firewalls for SMEs also show a great deal of benefit from the added protection a hardware firewall can provide.
Software firewalls on the other hand operate virtually, either at device level or server level. They perform a similar function, and are great for businesses that connect over multiple sites, work with cloud storage and services, or are looking for micro segmentation to aid with security measures.
The truth is, utilising both is a great way to keep protected against cyberthreats. If you’re unsure what firewall set up is best for your business, budget, and security, get in touch and we’ll be happy to talk you through it.
Firewalls can make up a vital part of your strategy of preventing ransomware attacks on your core systems; blocking malicious traffic and restricting unauthorised access to your network. With that being said, a multilayered approach to ransomware (and your cybersecurity strategy as a whole) is the most effective way of preventing cyberattacks and mitigating risk if they do happen. Some other key factors for ransomware prevention include endpoint security, backup and disaster recovery, and staff training to ensure that ransomware attacks are kept at bay.
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If you want to know more about how Flyford can provide reliable, people-first IT support to your business, get in touch!