Cybersecurity That Keeps
Your Business Safe
Cyber threats are evolving faster than ever. Melbits delivers proactive, Essential Eight-aligned cybersecurity services that protect your people, data, and systems — before attackers get the chance.
Melbourne Businesses Are Being Targeted Every Day
Small and medium businesses are not too small to be targeted — in fact, they're often preferred targets because they have less mature security controls than large enterprises.
The ACSC reports that cybercrime costs Australian businesses over $33 billion per year, with ransomware, business email compromise, and phishing attacks accounting for the majority of incidents.
The good news: most attacks are preventable. The ACSC's Essential Eight framework addresses the most common attack vectors — and Melbits can get your business aligned at a pace and budget that works for you.
Get a Free Security AssessmentComprehensive Protection,
Tailored to Your Business
From foundational security controls to advanced threat detection — we build the right security stack for your size, industry, and risk profile.
Essential Eight
The gold standard for Australian cybersecurity. We assess your maturity level and build a structured roadmap to achieve ML2 or ML3 — the benchmark expected by regulators and insurers.
- ML1 → ML2 → ML3 uplift planning
- Application control & patching
- MFA & privilege hardening
- Backup governance
Microsoft 365 & SaaS Security
M365 is the most targeted platform for business email compromise. We harden your tenant, configure Defender, enforce Conditional Access, and monitor for anomalies.
- M365 Secure Score optimisation
- Conditional Access policies
- Defender for Business setup
- Email security & anti-phishing
Security Assessment
Before you can improve, you need to know where you stand. Our structured assessment maps your environment against the Essential Eight and identifies your highest-priority gaps.
- Essential Eight gap analysis
- Risk-ranked findings report
- Remediation roadmap
- Executive summary included
Cybersecurity Playbooks
When an incident occurs, your team needs a clear plan. We develop customised playbooks for ransomware, data breach, phishing response, and BEC so you can act fast and limit damage.
- Ransomware response playbook
- BEC incident procedures
- Staff notification templates
- Regulatory reporting guidance
Endpoint Protection
Every device is a potential entry point. We deploy and manage EDR, antivirus, and network security tools that detect and respond to threats across workstations, laptops, and servers.
- Microsoft Defender EDR
- Network segmentation
- Intune device compliance
- FortiGate firewall management
Security Awareness Training
People are the most frequently exploited vulnerability. We deliver staff training that teaches your team to recognise phishing, handle sensitive data, and respond correctly.
- Phishing simulation campaigns
- Staff awareness modules
- Password hygiene training
- Reporting culture development
The Eight Controls That Matter Most
The Australian Cyber Security Centre's Essential Eight are the baseline mitigation strategies every Australian business should implement. Melbits can assess and uplift your maturity across all eight.
Application Control
Prevent unapproved software from executing on workstations and servers.
Patch Applications
Keep applications patched within defined timeframes based on risk.
Configure Microsoft Office
Disable macros and harden Office settings to block malicious documents.
User Application Hardening
Harden browsers and block web-based threats from executing.
Restrict Admin Privileges
Limit who has admin access and enforce just-in-time privilege models.
Patch Operating Systems
Keep OS patches current — especially for internet-facing systems.
Multi-Factor Authentication
Enforce MFA across all users, especially for M365 and remote access.
Regular Backups
Maintain tested, offsite, encrypted backups protected from ransomware.
Cybersecurity Built for Your Industry
Different industries face different threats and compliance requirements. We understand the specific risks your sector faces.
Accounting & Finance
- CPA compliance requirements
- Client financial data protection
- Ransomware & fraud defence
Law Firms
- Legal professional privilege
- Matter file encryption
- Court document security
Medical & Health
- Privacy Act / Health Records Act
- Patient data security
- Connected device protection
Real Estate
- Conveyancing fraud prevention
- Agent identity protection
- Property management systems
Our Security Engagement Process
We follow a structured, transparent process so you always know where you stand and what comes next.
Free Assessment
A no-obligation Essential Eight snapshot to understand your current security posture and identify your highest-risk gaps.
Findings & Roadmap
A clear, jargon-free report with risk-ranked findings and a prioritised remediation roadmap — honest advice, no pressure.
Remediation
We implement controls in priority order, working around your operations. Most foundational controls can be in place within 30 days.
Ongoing Management
Security is not a one-time project. We monitor, patch, review, and continuously improve your posture as threats evolve.
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Join 80+ Melbourne businesses who've upgraded their IT experience with Melbits. Book a free consultation and get a clear picture of where your technology stands — no jargon, no pressure.