Core Services
Ransomware, phishing, and data breaches hit Chicago businesses every day. Fairway IT delivers enterprise-grade cybersecurity protection — EDR, email security, dark web monitoring, and 24/7 threat response — all managed for you. small businesses hit by a cyberattack each year average ransomware recovery cost for SMBs of attacks start with a phishing email Fairway IT clients protected — 24/7/365 monitoring active From your endpoints and email to your network and credentials — Fairway IT covers every attack surface so you can focus on running your business. Next-generation endpoint protection deployed on every device. EDR goes far beyond antivirus — it detects behavioral anomalies, stops fileless malware, and can automatically isolate infected machines before ransomware spreads. Sophisticated AI-powered filtering that stops phishing, business email compromise (BEC), impersonation attacks, and malicious attachments — before they reach your employees’ inboxes. We continuously scan dark web forums and breach databases for your company’s credentials. When your passwords or business data appear for sale, you’ll know immediately — before attackers use them. We deploy and manage MFA across Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, VPNs, and all critical business applications — eliminating the #1 account takeover attack vector. Monthly training modules and simulated phishing campaigns that turn your employees from your biggest vulnerability into your first line of defense. Our security operations team watches your environment around the clock — identifying threats, investigating alerts, and containing incidents in real time. Block access to malicious websites, phishing domains, and inappropriate content before any harmful connection is even made. We control who has admin rights and when — reducing the blast radius of any compromise with least-privilege policies. If the worst happens, our local Chicago team responds to security incidents, contains the damage, eradicates threats, and helps you recover quickly. Cybercriminals don’t discriminate by company size. Small and mid-sized businesses are increasingly the preferred target — they hold valuable data but typically have fewer defenses than large enterprises. Proactive cybersecurity is no longer optional. of cyberattacks target small businesses of SMBs close within 6 months of a breach days average time to detect a breach Any IT company can sell you an antivirus subscription. What makes Fairway IT different is how we show up — as a proactive partner, not a break-fix vendor. You’ll have a named point of contact who knows your environment, your industry’s risks, and your compliance requirements. You’re never calling a stranger. Every quarter we sit down with you — or send a plain-English briefing — on the threats targeting your industry and what we’re doing about it. When a real threat is detected, our local Chicago team begins active response in under 15 minutes — not hours. A human walks you through exactly what’s happening. Explore the key pillars of our cybersecurity approach — and what each one does for your business. Traditional antivirus detects known threats using signatures. Modern attackers use fileless malware, living-off-the-land techniques, and zero-day exploits that bypass signature-based tools entirely. EDR watches behavioral patterns — catching attacks that have never been seen before. ✓ Real-time behavioral threat detection across all endpoints ✓ Automatic isolation of infected machines to prevent lateral spread ✓ Threat hunting and forensic investigation capabilities ✓ Rollback of ransomware file changes on protected systems ✓ Centralized visibility across every device in your environment ✓ Managed by Fairway IT — no alerts for you to review or action threat detection rate vs. ~70% for traditional AV to contain a detected threat — not hours or days manual intervention needed from your team Email remains the #1 attack vector. Cybercriminals craft convincing phishing emails, impersonate executives (BEC), and embed malware in attachments. Our layered email security stops threats that Microsoft and Google’s built-in filters miss. ✓ AI-powered phishing and spear-phishing detection ✓ Business email compromise (BEC) and impersonation protection ✓ Malicious link rewriting and sandboxed attachment scanning ✓ Outbound data loss prevention (DLP) to block sensitive data leaks ✓ Email encryption for regulated industries (HIPAA, PCI DSS) ✓ Detailed threat reporting and quarantine management of cyberattacks begin with a phishing email lost annually to business email compromise (FBI IC3) average time an employee falls for a phishing attack Your employees are your most important — and most targeted — security asset. We run ongoing training programs that keep your team sharp, and simulated phishing campaigns that reveal who needs extra coaching before a real attack does. ✓ Monthly bite-sized training modules (5–10 min, no disruption) ✓ Simulated phishing campaigns with real-world attack templates ✓ Individual and department-level risk scoring ✓ Automated re-training for employees who fail simulations ✓ Policy acknowledgment and compliance documentation ✓ Executive reporting showing risk reduction over time reduction in phishing click rates after 12 months of training of breaches involve human error or manipulation average savings per breach when employees are trained Detection without response is just an alarm with no one listening. Our security team actively hunts for hidden threats in your environment and responds immediately when incidents are detected — containing damage before it escalates. ✓ 24/7 security operations center (SOC) monitoring ✓ Proactive threat hunting across logs, endpoints, and network traffic ✓ Defined incident response playbooks for common attack types ✓ Rapid containment and eradication of confirmed threats ✓ Post-incident forensics and root cause analysis ✓ Insurance and compliance documentation following incidents days average to detect a breach without active monitoring our average time to begin active incident response lower breach cost with rapid containment (IBM 2023) From your first security assessment to ongoing protection, here’s what working with Fairway IT looks like. Our cybersecurity services are aligned to the major compliance frameworks that Chicago businesses face. We don’t just protect your data — we document it for auditors. Security Rule controls for healthcare organizations handling ePHI — including access controls, encryption, and audit logs. Cardholder data environment protections for merchants and payment processors — network segmentation, monitoring, and testing. Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification for defense contractors and federal suppliers handling CUI data. Security, availability, and confidentiality controls for SaaS companies and service providers demonstrating trust to customers. Different industries face different threats and regulations. We know the specific risks in your space — and how to address them. Cybersecurity risks and defenses tailored to Manufacturing and Industrial. Cybersecurity risks and defenses tailored to Energy and Environmental. Cybersecurity risks and defenses tailored to Professional Services. Fairway IT provides a full stack of cybersecurity services including endpoint detection and response (EDR/XDR), advanced email security and anti-phishing, dark web credential monitoring, multi-factor authentication (MFA) deployment, security awareness training, 24/7 threat monitoring, and incident response — all managed for a flat monthly fee. According to IBM’s Cost of a Data Breach Report, the average total cost of a data breach is nearly $5 million globally. For small businesses, ransomware attacks alone average $200,000–$500,000 in total costs including downtime, recovery, legal fees, and lost revenue. Proactive cybersecurity investment is significantly cheaper than recovering from even one attack. Yes. Our cybersecurity services are designed with compliance in mind. We help healthcare organizations meet HIPAA Security Rule requirements, merchants meet PCI DSS standards, and government contractors meet CMMC/NIST 800-171 controls. Our compliance team can also assist with SOC 2 readiness assessments and documentation. EDR is next-generation security software deployed on every device that continuously monitors for threats, detects suspicious behavior in real time, and can automatically isolate infected machines before a breach spreads. It goes far beyond traditional antivirus by detecting sophisticated attacks like fileless malware, ransomware, and living-off-the-land techniques that signature-based tools miss entirely. Over 90% of cyberattacks begin with a phishing email. Security awareness training teaches your employees to recognize and avoid phishing scams, social engineering attacks, and risky behaviors online. Fairway IT runs simulated phishing campaigns and monthly micro-training to keep your team sharp — turning your people from your biggest vulnerability into your first line of defense. Studies show trained employees are 70% less likely to click a phishing link. Most businesses think they’re covered — until they aren’t. Get a free cybersecurity assessment from Fairway IT and find out exactly where you stand before an attacker does. No obligation. No high-pressure sales. Just an honest look at your security posture.
Cybersecurity — Chicago, IL
Stop Threats Before They Stop Your Business
✓ 24/7 threat monitoring
✓ HIPAA & compliance-ready
✓ Chicago-based incident response
The Threat Landscape Today
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What’s Covered
A Complete Cybersecurity Stack, Managed for You
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DNS Filtering & Web Protection
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The Question Isn’t If You’ll Be Targeted — It’s When.
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Security Tools Are Table Stakes. This Is What Sets Us Apart.
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Every Layer of Protection, Explained
Endpoint Detection & Response
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Advanced Email Security
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Security Awareness Training
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Our Process
How We Protect Your Business
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Security Assessment — we audit your current security posture, identifying vulnerabilities, coverage gaps, and compliance risks before attackers find them first.
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Custom Security Plan — we build a layered security stack tailored to your industry, risk profile, and compliance requirements, prioritized by impact and urgency.
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Deployment & Hardening — we deploy EDR, email security, MFA, DNS filtering, and monitoring tools across your environment, typically within one to two weeks.
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Ongoing Protection & Guidance — 24/7 monitoring, monthly training, and quarterly security briefings so you always know where you stand and what’s coming next.
Compliance
Cybersecurity Built for Regulated Industries
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Cybersecurity for Your Industry
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FAQ
Common Questions About Cybersecurity
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