--- title: Need improved security? description: At The Missing Link, you can expect not worry, as you'll be secured by one of the most awarded MSP’s in Australia image: https://www.themissinglink.com.au/hubfs/SmartServices%20Campaign%20Assets/Security.jpg --- [IT & Cloud.](https://www.themissinglink.com.au/news/tag/it-cloud) 13.08.21 # Need improved security? The cyber security landscape is rapidly evolving. A few years ago, most threats were generic, but they’re much more targeted these days. Cyber criminals are trying to monetise attacks, and they’re using a combination of automation and humans to do it. Regardless of the size of your business, your revenue, or the industry in which you operate, the risks of a cyber-attack are real. Indeed, according to[ Sophos](https://www.themissinglink.com.au/partner-sophos), a global cyber security vendor that partners with The Missing Link, a survey of 5,400 IT Decision Makers recently found that 45% of Australian respondents were hit by ransomware in the past year. On top of that, 57% had experienced an increase in the number of cyber-attacks over 2020 and scarily, 74% of cybercriminals succeeded in encrypting data. With this in mind, how confident are you that your existing IT service provider is offering you maximum protection? Are they informing you of current and emerging cyber security risks and advising you on mitigation strategies? Are they equipping your team to avoid threats? And is your IT environment fully patched against known vulnerabilities? If you’re unsure, it’s time to call them in to review your existing arrangement and discuss the options going forward. You should also take time to look at alternative providers that can offer the level of cyber security you need to protect your people, processes and physical premises from the increased threat of attacks coming from within Australia and overseas. #### Expect not to worry At The Missing Link, our accredited team can handle your cyber security with ease. As one of the most respected and certified Managed IT Services providers for cyber security in Australia, we partner with global vendors to offer clients enterprise-level expertise that’s tailored to their business needs and budget. Whether you want to improve your current security posture, take it to the next level or neutralise security threats altogether, our scalable service agreements can be customised to meet your needs and budget. From OS and application patching and email support through to user security awareness training, regular simulated phishing attacks, 24/7 threat hunting/detection/response, targeted simulated phishing attacks using social engineering, and annual security controls reviews… we have the expertise and security solutions to keep your business safe from attack. Importantly, with our entire team based in Australia, we’re here to support you and your team regardless of where they’re working or the corporate device they’re working on. 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With 15+ years of experience spanning tech, education, and professional services, he brings a strategic, data-driven mindset to marketing—grounded in creativity and built for results. Before joining The Missing Link, he drove rebranding and expansion at Lumify Group and scaled digital marketing at Upskilled. 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