Paul Dickson, CEO and managing partner of Armstrong Watson, emphasised the importance of proactive cyber security measures. He said: “In today’s digital age, cyber threats are evolving at an unprecedented pace. Businesses must act now to protect their valuable data and maintain the trust of their clients.

“Part of what we do, is to help our clients identify risk within their business and then support them on how to reduce that risk.

“Our new Cyber Security Solutions service, led by our digital technology and cyber manager Rebecca Wilson, is dedicated to providing comprehensive cyber security strategies tailored to the unique needs of each business.”

Rebecca Wilson, a cyber security consultant with a wealth of experience and expertise in the sector, joins Armstrong Watson from David Allen IT Solutions. She will be spearheading the new service line, offering clients a range of cyber risk services and solutions including risk assessments, cyber threat penetration testing, incident response planning and ongoing cyber security support.

Mr Wilson said: “Cyber security is not just an IT issue; it’s a critical business imperative, our service goal is to empower businesses and their owners, helping them understand their cyber risks and implement effective measures to mitigate them. By doing so, we help them safeguard their operations, their people and ensure long-term success.”