If you haven't read it yet, we're sharing the key takeaways from the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) Annual Threat Review, and what this means for businesses.
The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has released its 2025 Annual Review, and the message is clear. Cyber threats in the UK are growing fast, attacks are more sophisticated, and too many businesses still treat security as an afterthought.
At Intercity, we see the same story playing out every day. The threat is real, but so is the opportunity to get ahead of it. Building resilience isn’t about fear, it’s about preparation, clarity and leadership.
The NCSC’s latest review paints a sobering picture:
The progress is there, but the pressure is building. The UK’s defences are strong, yet too many organisations are still leaving gaps that attackers are ready to exploit.
The NCSC findings echo what we see in the field. Many businesses are still struggling to make cyber part of their DNA. Here’s what needs to change and how we help make it happen.
1. Make cybersecurity a board priority
Cyber risk belongs at board level. It’s not an IT issue, it’s a business issue. For those businesses that are struggling to find the headspace for a dedicated strategic view, some outside help could be key here. For us, that comes in the form of our vCISO service, a quick to deploy solution that combines real CISO support with an intuitive platform to measure risk. This gives leadership teams the structure, insight and accountability to own security. We help turn cyber from a reactive cost into a proactive part of strategy.
2. Build resilience before an attack
Waiting until something goes wrong is too late. Through a combination of tenant and Azure hardening, organisations can strengthen their defences before attackers test them. It’s about knowing your weak spots and closing them properly. Our Microsoft 365 Tenant Hardening Assessment is proving to be a favourite among customers.
3. Secure the basics and the supply chain
The basics still matter most. Cyber Essentials remains one of the simplest ways to protect your organisation. Our vCISO service helps you get certified, stay compliant and hold your suppliers to the same standard. Because one weak partner can bring down the lot.
4. Prepare for advanced and evolving threats
Attackers are using AI, automation and new tactics every day. Our Security Operations Centre (SoC), backed by vulnerability management and hardening, gives you 24/7 visibility and a team that acts fast when something looks wrong. We help you see threats coming, not just react to them.
5. Test, exercise and keep improving
Cyber resilience is built through repetition and honesty. Regular testing, staff training and clear recovery plans are what make the difference. We use penetration testing, KnowBe4 user awareness training and vCISO-led exercises to make sure your people and processes are ready for whatever comes next.
The NCSC review proves a simple truth: resilience isn’t built during a crisis, it’s built every day.
At Intercity, we help businesses secure, perform and scale. We believe technology should make life simpler and safer, not more complicated. Cyber resilience is part of that. It’s about being ready, being confident and being in control.
If you want to strengthen your cyber posture or learn how our vCSO and SoC services can help, talk to our team.