10–100 employees
Small and medium businesses
You need to meet NIS2 requirements, avoid penalties, and be confident your IT systems are secure — without hiring a full-time security specialist.
NIS2 Compliance • Security Audits • Pentesting for SMEs
Cybersecurity and NIS2 audit for businesses under 100 people
The NIS2 directive requires hundreds of thousands of EU and UK businesses to meet cybersecurity standards — or face fines and management liability. Fifth Ace delivers compliance audits, penetration tests, and implementation support for SMEs: remotely, efficiently, with a report in 5 working days.
We specialise in cybersecurity for law firms, accountancies, and e-commerce companies with 10–100 employees.
End-to-end support: from gap analysis and penetration testing to security policy implementation, team training, and ongoing monitoring.
Who is this for
Tailored to your business
Law firms and accountancies
Regulated professions
You process sensitive client data and face strict legal obligations. A single security incident can destroy years of reputation.
E-commerce and startups
Online businesses
You're scaling fast and collecting customer data. Security needs to grow with you — before the first serious incident occurs.
Core services
Cybersecurity
Security audits, strict access policies, and threat monitoring tailored to your infrastructure.
- Risk and compliance assessment
- System and network hardening
- Security awareness programs
Penetration testing
Realistic attack simulations for applications, networks, and cloud environments, followed by a report and remediation plan.
- Web, API, and mobile pentests
- Internal and external infrastructure testing
- Re-tests after remediation
Services available right now
Security check for small businesses and freelancers
I will review basic risks on a laptop and home network.
- Windows 10/11 hardening
- Microsoft Defender settings
- Firewall, updates, and basic security audit
Small Business Cyber Hygiene Setup
Practical security hygiene setup for small teams.
- MFA and password manager
- Secure backups
- Phishing awareness
Home network security review
Home network security review and baseline configuration.
- Router configuration
- Wi-Fi encryption
- Guest network
IT support
Fast technical assistance for teams, environment administration, and continuous infrastructure care.
- Ticket handling and SLA support for companies
- Server and workstation administration
- Backups, recovery, and business continuity
Technical portfolio
Proof, not just claims
Every service we offer is grounded in hands-on experience, not just theory. Below are selected security labs we document publicly on GitHub — penetration testing, threat detection, and vulnerability analysis, mapped to NIS2 requirements.
Real-time ransomware detection
Simulated a ransomware attack on Windows 11 and detected it in real time using entropy analysis and file-integrity monitoring.
View code on GitHubInfrastructure vulnerability assessment
Full penetration-testing workflow — reconnaissance, vulnerability scanning, and a report with 7 findings rated by risk.
View code on GitHubTLS encryption built from scratch
Built a custom CA, signed a server certificate, and configured HTTPS end to end in line with NIS2.
View code on GitHub
Check where you stand — for free
Download the free NIS2 checklist
A 5-minute NIS2 self-assessment for SMEs — 12 questions, an instant result, and a PDF checklist sent to your inbox.
Service pages and security guides
We created dedicated service pages so Fifth Ace can be found more easily for search terms such as security audit, pentesting, IT support, or laptop security hardening.
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity for small businesses
A page focused on account security, email protection, laptops, backups, and baseline security processes.
Open pageSecurity audit
Security audit and risk assessment
Audit scope, common weaknesses, and an action plan for a small business or freelancer.
Open pagePentesting
Penetration testing for applications and networks
Details about web app, API, internal network testing, and re-tests after remediation.
Open pageIT support
IT support for companies and teams
Administration, helpdesk, workstation maintenance, backups, and business continuity support.
Open pageLaptop and Wi-Fi
Laptop and Wi-Fi security hardening
Windows hardening, router review, MFA, Defender, and a fast security check for home or small business environments.
Open pagePricing
Transparent pricing, clear outcomes
Launch offer — 50% off, limited time
Security Starter
For freelancers and 1–10 person businesses. Quick review and baseline security hardening.
- Laptop and Wi-Fi security audit
- Windows 10/11 hardening
- MFA and password manager setup guide
- Written security report (PDF)
NIS2 Business Audit
For businesses with 10–100 employees. Full NIS2 compliance audit and priority action plan.
- Full NIS2 compliance gap analysis
- Network and system vulnerability review
- Priority remediation action plan (PDF)
- 60-min debrief with recommendations
- 30-day post-audit email support
- Re-test after remediation
vCISO Monthly
Virtual CISO for businesses needing continuous security support and compliance.
- Monthly security review
- Vulnerability scanning
- Incident response support
- Quarterly penetration test
- Security policy updates
How we work
01
Discovery
Day 1: Intake call, environment review, and business priority mapping. Scope is agreed before any work begins.
02
Testing and analysis
Days 2–4: Vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, risk assessment, and organisational impact mapping.
03
Report and implementation
Day 5: PDF report with prioritised findings. Debrief call, remediation support, and re-test confirmation.
FAQ: cybersecurity for small businesses and freelancers
This section answers questions that people often type into Google when they look for practical cybersecurity support.
What is a security audit for a small business?
A security audit helps review laptops, accounts, backups, email access, Wi-Fi configuration, and baseline risks before an incident happens.
When should you order penetration testing?
Penetration testing is worth scheduling before a new application launch, after major network changes, or whenever a company wants to verify the resilience of its systems and services.
Can Fifth Ace help secure Windows, a router, and home Wi-Fi?
Yes. Fifth Ace offers Windows 10 and 11 hardening, router configuration review, Microsoft Defender settings, baseline firewall review, and support for building secure backups.
Which cybersecurity services are available right away?
The fastest services to start are a laptop security check, a home network security review, a cyber hygiene setup for a small team, and a baseline security audit.
Need a trusted security partner?
Contact Fifth Ace and let's plan a safer infrastructure.
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