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LeftBrain approved | UK Government’s Secure Innovation Security Review Scheme

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LeftBrain is an approved Security Reviewer for the UK Government’s Secure Innovation Security Review Scheme—supporting early-stage tech startups with expert-led security assessments, helping them become investor-ready and resilient to state threats.

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The story of LeftBrain: from a pint in Soho to a global Mac-first partner

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A story of shared vision, interesting people, and an evolving focus on security-led strategy. Founder Daniel Bangs and COO Michael Jin reflect on the early days, the turning points, and how a passion for creative, innovative clients shaped the business into the trusted strategic partner it is today.

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Why ISO 27001 isn’t just a checkbox, it’s a growth strategy

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ISO 27001 is more than a compliance checkbox. Discover how fast-growing tech companies are using it to create clarity, reduce risk, and scale securely without draining internal resources.

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Scaling? Start with strong security foundations

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Scaling fast can open doors and expose gaps. LeftBrain CEO Charlie Naughton-Rumbo explains how strong security foundations help scaleups grow smoothly, win deals, and avoid costly firefighting later.

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A day in the life of a security-conscious creative team

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Discover what a secure day looks like for innovative teams. LeftBrain Strategist Ben Carrick shares how cloud tools, device management, and smart access controls help studios scale without compromising security.

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Why CTOs should treat mental health like infrastructure – advice from a veteran

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A veteran’s take on building resilient tech teams from the inside out. Learn how physical fitness, trust, and leadership mindset can prevent burnout and strengthen delivery.

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Building systems your next hire will thank you for

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Learn how LeftBrain helps startups and scaleups build seamless, secure onboarding systems. Strategist Ben Carrick shares how zero-touch deployment, smart device management, and automated support tools enable fast-growing teams to scale with confidence.

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What we learned helping clients through the latest Cyber Essentials audits

24/7 Security Cyber Essentials

Explore key lessons from recent Cyber Essentials audits with creative and remote-first teams. Learn how to reduce risk, improve visibility, and build strong security foundations without complexity.

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How hiring a Scrum Master has improved our agile client delivery

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Find out why LeftBrain hired a Scrum Master to embed agile practices, improve team delivery, and better align with fast-moving tech clients. Agile isn’t a buzzword – it’s how we deliver.

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Scaling the Wall: Charlie Naughton-Rumbo on creativity, cyber security and career change

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Read how LeftBrain CEO Charlie Naughton-Rumbo went from theatre director to cyber security leader, and why creative minds are reshaping the future of tech and risk.

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