In today’s digital economy, professional and financial services firms are more connected — and more exposed — than ever before. From law firms and consultancies to banks, insurers, and asset managers, organisations in these sectors process huge volumes of sensitive data and operate under strict regulatory frameworks. This makes them prime targets for cybercriminals looking to exploit weak links in digital infrastructure.

According to industry insights, a large proportion of companies in Europe remain underprepared for the evolving threat landscape, with only a small percentage at a mature level of cybersecurity readiness. That gap leaves too many organisations vulnerable to breaches and operational disruption.

Rising Threats, Rising Stakes

For financial services, cybersecurity is not just an IT concern — it’s a core operational risk. Successful attacks can result in compliance penalties, reputational damage, client loss, and cascading operational failures. Regulatory frameworks in both Ireland and the UK — from NIS2 and DORA to local guidance from the Central Bank of Ireland — demand robust, proactive security measures and rapid incident responsiveness.

Professional services firms face similar pressures: client confidentiality, contractual obligations, and the need to safeguard intellectual property mean security must be embedded at every level of the business. Traditional reactive approaches to cybersecurity are no longer sufficient.

The Managed Cyber Defence Advantage

This is where ROCTEL’s Cyber Defence Managed Service transforms risk into resilience. Rather than leaving cybersecurity solely to internal teams — who are often stretched and under-resourced — our managed service provides continuous expert oversight, threat monitoring, vulnerability management and rapid incident response tailored to the unique risk profiles of professional and financial organisations.

By partnering with ROCTEL, firms benefit from:

• 24/7 threat detection and response, reducing the window of exposure.
• Security policies aligned with compliance requirements such as GDPR, NIS2, and sector-specific guidance.
• Proactive vulnerability scanning.
• Clear governance reporting for boards and risk committees.

Managed services free your internal teams to focus on strategic priorities, not firefighting threats.

Powered by Cisco: Industry-Leading Security at Scale

Underpinning our cyber defence offering is Cisco technology — trusted by enterprises worldwide for secure, high-performance networking and multi-layered security. From next-generation firewalls and threat-intelligence-driven detection to secure access and segmentation, Cisco’s security stack delivers:

• Real-time threat intelligence and automated response
• Advanced encryption and identity-based access controls
• Scalable protection across hybrid cloud and on-premise environments

As a Cisco-Powered and Premier Service Partner, ROCTEL brings this world-class technology into the heart of local and UK enterprises, backed by deep expertise and managed service delivery excellence.

Turning Compliance Into Confidence

For organisations navigating complex regulations, cybersecurity isn’t a checkbox — it’s a differentiator. A mature security posture enhances trust with clients, regulators, and partners alike. With ROCTEL’s combined cyber defence and Cisco-powered architecture, professional and financial services firms can build security that supports growth, not just protection.

Ready to elevate your cyber resilience?
Speak with our cyber defence experts today and discover how ROCTEL can tailor a managed security solution to your needs.

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