Do you need help & advice with Cybersecurity or IT Management?
It is a struggle for any business leader to know if their IT team is effectively managing security risks. You want to trust the people you have hired, but without a clear window into how things are set up, it is easy to worry. Luckily, you can take a look for yourself using a couple of straightforward tools that help peel back the curtain on your digital safety.
The reality of IT security
When we chat with businesses across London and Surrey, one thing comes up a lot: they just do not know if their current IT setup is actually secure. I hear it every week. You might be paying for support, but are they keeping up with the threats? It is a bit like your car—you might not be a mechanic, but you still want to know the engine is running properly. At Good Choice IT, we believe in being open about these things. You should not have to guess if your data is protected.
Key takeaways
- Your security score acts as a health check for your infrastructure.
- Email configuration is often the first place criminals look to break in.
- Proactive monitoring removes the guesswork from your IT strategy.
- If your scores are consistently low, it is time for a professional review.
Checking your Microsoft security score
If you use Microsoft tools, you have an advantage. There is a built-in feature called the Microsoft Security Score. You can hop onto their portal and see exactly how your environment is stacking up. Don’t worry about hitting a perfect 100 per cent—that is rarely practical. Instead, aim for around 70. If you are sitting well below 30, that is a red flag. It is a simple way to see if your IT team is actually following best practices or if they have just taken the easy route.
Testing your email configuration
Email is basically the front door of your business. If it is not locked, anyone can walk in. I recommend using the Secure My Emails tool to see if your configuration is solid. It gives you a score out of 100 on how your mail systems are set up. If you find your score is dipping below 70, you need to tighten things up immediately. These settings are not just technical boxes to tick; they are your frontline defence against phishing and data theft. If you find these numbers confusing, please get in touch with us at Good Choice IT. We help businesses navigate this without the fluffy jargon.
Getting expert eyes on your setup
Sometimes, knowing the numbers is only half the battle. If you are looking at these reports and feeling a bit overwhelmed, that is exactly where we step in. Here in London and Surrey, we see too many construction firms and accountancy businesses that assume they are safe, only to find out their settings were configured incorrectly years ago. You do not need an excuse for why your security is failing; you just need a better plan. If your scores are low, reach out for a conversation. We do not do jargon and we certainly do not offer excuses. We just provide the reliable, proactive support your business needs to stay ahead of the curve.
