Issues:

Dunstable Town Council faced challenges with inconsistent device management and outdated security policies. These issues posed a barrier to achieving Cyber Essentials for Councils certification. Additionally, the council required a solution that would not disrupt day-to-day operations during implementation. 

Solution: 

CloudyIT collaborated with Dunstable Town Council to design and implement a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy. Deploying CyberSmart Active Protect and Microsoft Intune addressed all gaps identified during the pre-assessment phase and aligned the council with Cyber Essentials for Councils standards. 

CloudyIT also introduced the Cloud Secure Advanced Protection  package, offering: 

• - Enhanced monitoring for unusual file activity, impossible travel alerts, infrequent country sign-ins, and suspicious mailbox activity. 
• - Dark web monitoring to identify and alert on any leaked credentials associated with the council’s accounts. 

These measures strengthened security and ensured the council met certification requirements without disrupting daily operations. 

Benefits:

The updated systems and policies have provided Dunstable Town Council with: 

• - A secure and compliant IT infrastructure. 
• - Streamlined management of devices and users through Microsoft Intune. 
• - Improved network protection with modern firewalls. 
• - Reliable malware protection and automated security updates. 
• - A simplified certification process, supported by CyberSmart Active Protect. 

These improvements have strengthened the council's cybersecurity posture and enhanced IT management efficiency. 

Testimonial:

“Working with CloudyIT has been a seamless experience. They guided us through the Cyber Essentials process with expertise and clarity. The improvements to our IT security and device management have been significant, and we feel confident in our systems moving forward. Thank you for the excellent support!” 

 

– James Slack, Corporate Performance and Compliance Manager, Dunstable Town Council

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