Managed Security in Chestermere, Alberta

Calgary SMBs are increasingly targeted by ransomware, phishing, and business email compromise attacks. Cybercriminals know that small businesses often lack dedicated security staff and use outdated defences. A single successful ransomware attack on a Calgary business can cost $200,000–$2M in recovery costs, lost revenue, and reputational damage. 60% of SMBs that experience a major breach close within six months. Managed cybersecurity provides enterprise-grade protection at a predictable monthly cost — far less than the cost of a single incident.

Traditional antivirus uses signature databases to recognize known malware — it's ineffective against new, zero-day threats. Modern endpoint detection and response (EDR) uses AI and behavioural analysis to detect suspicious activity in real time, even from threats never seen before. AltaCom's managed EDR monitors every endpoint continuously, isolates compromised devices automatically, and alerts our security team for immediate response — all without waiting for a signature update.

Ransomware prevention requires multiple layers: email security to block phishing attacks (the most common entry point), EDR to detect and isolate infection before it spreads, network segmentation to limit blast radius, immutable backup systems to enable recovery without paying ransom, and regular employee training to recognize social engineering attempts. AltaCom's Alta CyberSecure platform includes all of these layers, managed and monitored 24/7 by our security team.

If you suspect a breach: (1) Disconnect affected systems from the network immediately but do not turn them off — evidence is preserved while the attack is contained. (2) Contact AltaCom's emergency line — our incident response team activates within minutes. (3) Do not pay any ransom demand without consulting us first — payment often doesn't restore access and marks you as a willing target. (4) Notify your cyber insurance provider. (5) Preserve all logs. AltaCom manages full incident response for our managed clients at no additional charge.

Yes. AltaCom's managed security services are designed to help Alberta businesses comply with the Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA), which requires organizations to protect personal information in their custody with appropriate safeguards. Our controls include access management, encryption, audit logging, breach detection, and documented incident response procedures — all required under PIPA. We also help businesses prepare for federally regulated industries subject to PIPEDA.