Private equity firms operate in a high-stakes environment where sensitive investor data, complex transactions, and regulatory scrutiny create an attractive target for cybercriminals. Yet, many firms make a critical miscalculation: they assume their IT team is adequately protecting them from cyber threats.
This assumption is not just flawed—it’s dangerous.
The IT Team vs. a Dedicated Security Solution
Most private equity firms have an IT team or outsourced provider managing day-to-day operations: network connectivity, software licensing, help desk support, and cloud infrastructure. While these services are essential, they are not cybersecurity. True security requires specialized expertise, proactive threat detection, and continuous compliance oversight—capabilities that go far beyond IT maintenance.
Here’s where the critical gap lies: IT teams are reactive by nature. They troubleshoot issues as they arise, ensure systems run smoothly, and may implement basic security measures like firewalls and antivirus software. But modern cyber threats—ransomware, insider attacks, phishing campaigns, and supply chain compromises—demand real-time threat detection, compliance-driven risk management, and continuous security monitoring.
The False Sense of Security
Many firms believe their IT provider is handling security because:
✔ They have firewalls, VPNs, and endpoint protection installed.
✔ They use cloud services like Microsoft 365 and assume it’s inherently secure.
✔ They conduct an annual penetration test or cybersecurity assessment.
✔ Their IT team responds to phishing emails and system outages.
While these are all important, they barely scratch the surface of what’s required to secure a private equity firm. Cybersecurity isn’t a set-it-and-forget-it process—it’s an ongoing battle that requires continuous monitoring, AI-driven detection, and expert threat response.
What IT Shops Can’t Do That Finguard Can
Unlike traditional IT teams, Finguard by Broadgrail provides fully managed, AI-enhanced cybersecurity built specifically for private equity firms. Here’s what sets it apart:
🚨 24/7 Active Threat Defense – IT teams don’t actively hunt for threats; Finguard does. Our AI-driven monitoring detects and mitigates risks before they escalate.
🔍 Regulatory Compliance Management – IT providers don’t specialize in aligning security with SOC 1, SOC 2, NIST, and SEC standards. Finguard ensures firms remain audit-ready and compliant with evolving regulations.
🔐 Cloud & Data Resilience – IT teams set up cloud services; Finguard ensures data encryption, identity verification, and access controls to prevent breaches.
⚡ Rapid Incident Response – IT teams react to system failures; Finguard neutralizes threats in real-time, ensuring investor confidence and uninterrupted operations.
💡 Proactive Security Strategy – IT teams focus on system uptime; Finguard prevents breaches before they happen, reducing financial and reputational risk.
The Cost of False Confidence
Cybercriminals exploit gaps, and the biggest gap in private equity today is misplaced trust in IT teams to handle security. The assumption that “we haven’t been breached yet, so we must be secure” is a risky illusion—one that has cost firms millions in ransomware payouts, regulatory fines, and investor trust.
In cybersecurity, what you don’t know can hurt you. That’s why private equity firms need a dedicated security partner, not just an IT provider.
The Finguard Difference: Security Without the Guesswork
Finguard eliminates these blind spots, providing a fully managed security solution that integrates seamlessly with private equity firms. By bridging the gap between IT operations and enterprise-grade security, we ensure firms stay protected without disrupting capital flow, deal execution, or investor relations.
Private equity firms can’t afford to assume their IT shop is “handling security.” True protection requires a proactive, fully managed approach—one that doesn’t leave risk to chance.
Your IT team is essential. But it is not your cybersecurity strategy.
If your firm is still relying on an IT provider for security, it’s time for a serious conversation—before cybercriminals force one upon you.
Broadgrail | Finguard: The Smarter Way to Secure Private Equity
