Cyber security services for Sydney businesses
Expert, transparent and proactive cyber security — built for SMBs that demand reliability, compliance and AI readiness.
Your IT should never slow down your business
Cyber threats evolve daily, and so does your business. At LOOKUP, we don't just protect your IT system from today's attacks — we build a resilient foundation that prepares you to safely leverage AI innovations and future-proof your operations.
Our cyber security solutions deliver peace of mind with transparent pricing, senior engineer expertise, and a personal approach that aligns security with your business goals.
Why Cybersecurity is Critical for SMBs
Safeguard Productivity: Prevent Downtime that Costs Critical Staff Hours and Revenue
Downtime costs SMBs an average of $5,600 per hour. Every unplanned outage means lost billable hours, missed sales, and efficiency drops measurable in dollars and time. Cybersecurity proactively prevents ransomware and attacks known to trigger 80% of SMB downtime incidents.
Imagine the frustration your team and clients feel when systems crash. You want peace of mind knowing they can work confidently without disruption. Fast local support means you're never left in the dark, and your staff can focus on what they do best, not firefighting IT.
AI-Ready Security: The Future is AI-Driven. Our Cybersecurity Plans Set the Stage for Safe AI Adoption
AI adoption statistically improves operational efficiency by 30%, but insecure systems expose you to novel AI-specific cyber risks like data poisoning and model breaches. Our layered cybersecurity ensures your infrastructure supports AI confidently without opening backdoors to hackers.
AI might seem daunting or futuristic, but preparing your business now means you won't get left behind. You gain confidence that innovation won't cost you security, helping you feel empowered rather than vulnerable in a fast-changing tech landscape.
Compliance Made Simple: Meet Industry Regulations Like NIST and ISO 27001 Without the Headache
Regulatory fines can reach six figures, and non-compliance risks lawsuits, lost contracts, and audits that drain resources. Embedding NIST and ISO 27001 compliance into your cybersecurity system cuts legal risks and smooths buyer due diligence during mergers or acquisitions.
Dealing with regulations feels overwhelming and complex. We handle the heavy lifting so you don't have to lose sleep over audits. You'll build trust with clients and partners who know you take their data seriously, easing ongoing anxiety about penalties or breaches.
No Surprises, Just Protection: All Essential Licenses and Add-Ons Are Included in Clear, Per-User Pricing-No Hidden Fees
Our transparent per-user fee bundles all licenses, patches, and support. You avoid unexpected expenses from emergency remediations or compliance upgrades, making budgeting straightforward and predictable.
You deserve to feel secure-not anxious about surprise charges that can bust your budget or erode trust. Clear pricing means peace of mind and a trustworthy partnership where your success is the priority.
Secure your organisation for AI
Generative AI tools like Microsoft Copilot surface data based on user permissions. Ensure your identities, multi-factor authentication, SharePoint access controls and data classifications are hardened before introducing AI.
Our Cybersecurity Plans
CyberProtect
A comprehensive security plan ideal for SMBs in Retail, Manufacturing, Food, and Trades. CyberProtect offers robust protection and simple management, helping you block threats and minimize disruptions with ease. It pairs with our managed IT services in Sydney to keep your whole environment running securely.
For example, a restaurant's POS system down means no orders processed; a plumber's scheduling software offline means lost jobs. CyberProtect blocks common threats like ransomware, phishing, and malware that cause unexpected outages.
These businesses often lack deep internal IT resources, so CyberProtect's simple, easy-to-manage solution with local support and straightforward, predictable pricing fits their appetite for efficiency and cost control.
CyberSecure
Tailored for businesses with rigorous compliance demands such as Accountants, Law Firms, Medical Practices, and Insurance Brokers. CyberSecure includes advanced threat detection, governance enforcement, and ongoing compliance auditing-all while preparing your infrastructure and team for AI challenges.
These industries handle highly sensitive personal and financial data requiring strict adherence to standards like Essentials 8, HIPAA, ISO 27001, and more. A breach or audit failure can result in crippling fines, legal claims, and loss of client trust.
These businesses frequently undergo acquisitions or sales, where IT due diligence and cybersecurity assessments can be deal-breakers. CyberSecure helps ensure your environment is compliant, secure, and ready for thorough audits.
They often have complex, fragmented IT and business systems (e.g., CRM, ERP, tax software) that need deep governance and integration oversight. CyberSecure enforces policies, automates compliance checks, and monitors risks continuously.
Cyber Protect starts at $85 per user per month and Cyber Secure at $150 per user per month, with every tool and licence included in the price. Full inclusions and combined pricing are on our cyber security pricing page.
Protect Your Business with Essential 8 Cyber Security
The Essential Eight is the Australian Signals Directorate's baseline set of eight mitigation strategies — application control, application hardening, patching, MFA, and more — designed to reduce the risk of common cyber attacks. It is mandatory for federal government entities and increasingly requested by larger clients, insurers and tender processes.
Cyber Secure includes Essential Eight compliance tooling and assessment, so your business can demonstrate alignment with the framework without engaging a separate security consultancy.
What is included in managed cyber security services?
Cyber Protect covers managed antivirus and endpoint security, web and email threat protection, firewall management, MFA and a password manager licensed per user, cloud backup with 12 months retention, security awareness training, monthly reporting, and incident response with no hourly charges. Every software licence and platform is included in the per-user price.
How much do cyber security services cost for a small business?
Cyber Protect is $85 per user per month, Cyber Secure is $150 per user per month. Both require a Managed Services plan at $125 per user. Minimum five users. All tool and platform licensing is included.
What is the difference between Cyber Protect and Cyber Secure?
Cyber Secure includes everything in Cyber Protect, plus 24/7 SOC monitoring, Essential Eight compliance framework, dark web monitoring, advanced phishing simulations, vulnerability scanning, Microsoft Secure Score optimisation, and an annual penetration test valued at $15,000. Cyber Protect suits most businesses; Cyber Secure suits those answering to auditors, insurers or client security questionnaires.
Do you provide penetration testing in Sydney?
Yes. An annual penetration test valued at $15,000 is included in the Cyber Secure plan. It is an independent test of your environment, delivered as part of the monthly fee rather than as a separate engagement.
What is dark web monitoring and do I need it?
Dark web monitoring watches criminal marketplaces and breach dumps for your company's email addresses and credentials, so you find out your staff logins are exposed before an attacker uses them. It is included in Cyber Secure.
Do you run phishing simulations for staff?
Yes. Security awareness training is included in Cyber Protect and advanced phishing simulations in Cyber Secure. Simulated phishing emails test whether training is actually working, and reporting shows who needs another round.
What is the Essential Eight and does my business need to comply?
The Essential Eight is the Australian Signals Directorate's baseline set of eight mitigation strategies. It is mandatory for federal government entities and increasingly requested by larger clients, insurers and tender processes. Essential Eight compliance tooling and assessment are included in Cyber Secure.
Can I get cyber security without managed IT?
Our cyber security plans are designed to sit on top of Managed Services, because securing an environment we don't manage means we can't guarantee the controls stay in place. Talk to us if your situation is different.
How quickly do you respond to a security incident?
Our helpdesk operates 8am to 9pm seven days with a 13-minute average acknowledgement, staffed by senior Australian engineers. Cyber Secure adds 24/7 SOC monitoring. Incident response is included in both plans with no hourly charges.
Do you support businesses that need ISO 27001 or NIST alignment?
Yes. Cyber Secure includes the reporting and evidence needed to support compliance conversations, including Microsoft Secure Score optimisation and vulnerability scanning. We work to Essential Eight as the Australian baseline and can align controls to other frameworks.
Am I locked into a contract?
No minimum contract. Longer 12, 24 and 36-month terms are available if you prefer fixed costs. There is also a two-month cooling-off period after onboarding, subject to terms and conditions.
Do you have experience securing businesses like mine?
Kristallis Accounting engaged LOOKUP for end-to-end cyber security across operations in Australia and the Philippines, including Sophos firewall, endpoint protection, centralised monitoring and staff phishing training. Sophos published the engagement as an official case study.
Client Testimonial
"After LOOKUP onboarded us, downtime was cut by 40%, and compliance audits have never gone smoother. Now, we're prepared to introduce AI-driven automation safely."
John Comino
CEO/Director, Alfa Insurance Brokers
Your Next Step: Free Cybersecurity Consultation + Risk Assessment Audit
You can't fix what you don't know. Book your free consultation now and receive our risk assessment audit with a guaranteed action plan detailing:
- Where your biggest vulnerabilities lie
- The precise dollar impact of these risks
- A clear, prioritized roadmap to secure your business and prepare for AI
