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MCSS is an independent Midlands-based cyber security consultancy supporting SMEs with clear, practical cyber resilience. We help small businesses prepare for Cyber Essentials, strengthen their defences, and stay secure with simple, affordable guidance.
Who We Are
Who We Are
MCSS (Midlands Cyber Security Specialists) is an independent cyber-security consultancy dedicated to helping Midlands-based small and medium businesses stay secure, compliant, and confident.
We specialise in providing clear, affordable, jargon-free cyber protection for organisations who want professional security guidance without enterprise prices or unnecessary complexity.
Based in Cannock and serving Staffordshire and the wider Midlands, MCSS is built around one core belief:
Cyber security should be simple, practical, and accessible — not confusing, expensive, or overwhelming.
Our Mission
Our Mission
To give Midlands SMEs the clarity, confidence, and protection they need to operate safely in today’s digital world — without the noise or the nonsense.
That means:
No jargon
No scare tactics
No pushy upselling
No “big IT” complexity
Clear guidance, simple steps, and real results
We focus on practical improvements, not technical overwhelm.
Why MCSS Exists
Why MCSS Exists
Most small businesses struggle with cyber security not because they don’t care — but because they simply:
Aren’t sure how secure they actually are
Rely on MSPs who don’t specialise in cyber
Feel lost when applying for Cyber Essentials
Have no in-house cyber knowledge
Worry about GDPR, insurers, or staff mistakes
Don’t know what’s “good enough”
MCSS was created to solve these problems.
We tailor cyber support specifically for small organisations who need clear answers, simple steps, and someone they can trust to help them get things right the first time.
What Makes MCSS Different
What Makes MCSS Different
Unlike large MSPs and big-name providers, MCSS offers:
✔ Independent Expertise
✔ Independent Expertise
We aren’t tied to vendors, products, or software.
Our only focus is your security and what’s right for your business.
✔ Clear, Plain-English Guidance
✔ Clear, Plain-English Guidance
No buzzwords. No confusion.
Just advice you can understand and act on immediately.
✔ Affordable, Transparent Pricing
✔ Affordable, Transparent Pricing
Fixed pricing. No contracts. No surprises.
Perfect for SMEs with limited budgets.
✔ Fast, Personal Support
✔ Fast, Personal Support
No call centres. No long wait times.
You speak directly with a cyber specialist.
✔ Midlands-Focused
✔ Midlands-Focused
Local support from someone who understands the needs of regional SMEs.
✔ Fully Insured Services
✔ Fully Insured Services
For complete peace of mind.
Meet the Founder
Meet the Founder
MCSS is led by James Shaw, an independent cyber security consultant based in Cannock.
James holds the ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC), Comptia, Network+ & Security+ certifications and future advanced accreditations including Comptia CYSA+, ISO 27001, CREST, and CISSP.
His background includes:
Hands-on experience supporting SMEs
Strong knowledge of Cyber Essentials & compliance
Expertise in real-world cyber risks affecting small businesses
A practical, no-nonsense approach to securing organisations
James founded MCSS for one reason:
To give SMEs a cyber partner they can trust — someone independent, honest, and dedicated to doing things properly.
Our Promise to Your Business
Our Promise to Your Business
When you work with MCSS, you get:
Clear answers to your security questions
A simple roadmap for improving your cyber posture
Transparency at every stage
Local support you can easily reach
Affordable, SME-friendly solutions
A consultant who genuinely cares about your success
Ready to Strengthen Your Cyber Resilience?
Ready to Strengthen Your Cyber Resilience?
Whether you're looking to improve your security, prepare for Cyber Essentials, reduce human-error risks, or simply understand where your business stands —
Start with our free, no-pressure Cyber Health Check.
Start with our free, no-pressure Cyber Health Check.
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