Dionach - Cyber Solutions

20/10/2026

If your organisation sends or receives payments over SWIFT, the Customer Security Programme isn't optional. It's how you stay connected.

Financial institutions on the SWIFT network are required to self-attest against the Customer Security Controls Framework every year. Get it wrong, and it's not just a compliance headache, it's a risk to your standing with counterparties and regulators.

The challenge is that self-attestation only works if what you're attesting to is actually true. Independent assurance gives you (and your partners) confidence that your controls hold up, not just on paper.

Dionach supports banks and financial services firms with SWIFT CSP assessments that are thorough, practical, and built around how your environment actually works, not a generic checklist.

Is your SWIFT CSP assessment on your radar for this year? We'd be happy to walk you through what's involved.

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Ensure SWIFT CSP compliance with Dionach’s independent audits. Secure your financial operations and reduce cyber risks effectively.

19/10/2026

⏰ Just 3 days to go until the Leeds Cyber Security Conference!

We’re looking forward to being in Leeds on Thursday, 22 October, where our very own James Thomas will be speaking on:

🎤 The Empire Hacks Back: AI Cyber Risks and the Battle for Trustworthy AI

If you’re attending , don’t miss James’ session and be sure to come and say hello to the Dionach by Nomios team.

📅 Thursday, 22 October
📍 Northern Ballet, Leeds

🔗Grab your tickets here - https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0z8snR0

Cyber Security talks, expert speaks, networking and more - all in one day. All ticket proceeds go to charity. Hosted by YorCyberSec.

15/10/2026

A phishing email that looks just real enough. A link that seems harmless. A password typed into a site that isn't quite what it claims to be. Most breaches don't start with a sophisticated hack, they start with a normal moment in someone's normal day.

That's exactly why Cybersecurity Awareness Month matters. It's not about scaring people into paranoia, it's about building habits that make those normal moments safer, almost without thinking about it.

A few that go a long way:
- Pause before clicking, even when it looks familiar
- Use a password manager instead of reusing the same one everywhere
- Turn on multi factor authentication wherever it's offered
- Report anything that feels off, even if you're not sure

None of this requires a security background. It just requires making it a habit, one small decision at a time.

What's one habit you've picked up that's made you feel safer online? Share it below, might help someone else too.

13/10/2026

Preparing for DCC certification doesn’t need to feel complicated.

Our latest guide explains the key steps organisations should take to prepare for Defence Cyber Certification, from understanding DCC levels and scope to gap assessments and formal certification.

As an IASME-accredited DCC Certification Body, Dionach can support you throughout the certification journey.

🔗 Read the guide: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0yX-4Y0

Overview of Defence Cyber Certification  Defence Cyber Certification (DCC) is the cyber assurance scheme for organisations in the UK defence supply

08/10/2026

Saturday is World Mental Health Day. This year's message: stop talking about people, start listening to them.

The 2026 theme, "Lived Experiences Heard: Real Voices, Real Change," is a reminder that real change starts when we actually listen to the people who've lived it, not just talk about them.

At Dionach, we help organisations build resilience every day. But resilience isn't just systems and controls, it's people feeling safe enough to speak up and ask for support.

This weekend, we're taking a moment to check in, not with a slogan, but with an actual conversation.

If someone in your life could use a check-in this week, today's as good a day as any.

06/10/2026

It's Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Time to make life harder for the people trying to break in.

Every October, CISA and the National Cybersecurity Alliance remind the world that cybersecurity is everyone's job. This year's message is simple: don't make it easy for them.

Attackers look for the gap nobody closed. The password nobody changed. The system nobody patched. The policy nobody tested.

At Dionach, this is what we do all year round, not just in October. We help organisations find the gaps before attackers do, through pe*******on testing, assurance, and governance that actually holds up under pressure.

Follow along this month as we unpack where organisations quietly make life easy for attackers, and how to stop it.

What's one security habit your team could tighten up this month? Tell us below.

25/09/2026

At Dionach by Nomios, our mission is driven by people both in the communities we serve and within our own team. We’re proud to announce that we’ve been named one of the UK’s Best Workplaces in Tech™ 2026! 🙌 This recognition celebrates the supportive culture, collaboration, and passion that make our workplace truly special. 💙 Here’s to continuing to create a positive impact, together.

22/09/2026

Incident response isn't a document. It's a skill.

Many organisations have an incident response plan. Far fewer have tested whether it works under real-world pressure.

When a cyber incident occurs, teams must make critical decisions quickly, coordinate effectively, and communicate clearly with stakeholders. Even well-written plans can fail if they haven't been exercised.

Ask yourself:
✅ Are roles and responsibilities clearly understood?
✅ Can escalation decisions be made quickly?
✅ Would teams know how to respond under pressure?
✅ Has your incident response process been tested recently?

The best time to identify gaps is during an exercise, not during a live cyber incident.

🔗 Learn more about our Incident Response services: https://bit.ly/3UpF9v5

Rapidly mitigate threats and recover from incidents with our top-tier incident response services. Secure your business today!

17/09/2026

Maintaining ISO 27001 certification requires more than implementing controls and preparing for external audits.

One of the biggest challenges organisations face is ensuring internal audits remain truly independent and objective.

When the same teams responsible for maintaining the ISMS are also responsible for auditing it, valuable findings can be missed, risks can go unchallenged, and opportunities for improvement can be overlooked.

In our latest blog, we explore why many organisations choose to outsource their ISO 27001 internal audits, including:

✅ Greater independence and objectivity
✅ Access to specialist ISO 27001 expertise
✅ Improved audit readiness for surveillance and recertification audits
✅ Reduced burden on internal teams
✅ Practical recommendations beyond compliance

A strong internal audit should do more than confirm controls exist. It should provide assurance that they are operating effectively and supporting business objectives.

📖 Read the full article: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0y2shP0

Discover why organisations outsource ISO 27001 internal audits to improve independence, strengthen assurance and prepare for certification audits.

15/09/2026

Happy National IT Professionals Day! 🎉

Today, we're recognising the IT professionals who keep organisations running, secure, and connected. Your expertise, dedication, and problem-solving make a difference every day.

Thank you for everything you do.