About GuardianSmith
Strategic cybersecurity consulting with deep regulatory expertise for Small and Medium Enterprises. Specializing in FCA-regulated FinTech, financial services, and MHRA-regulated pharmaceutical companies.
Our Mission
To democratize enterprise-level cybersecurity for SMEs, making robust protection accessible regardless of company size or technical expertise. We believe every business deserves world-class security.
Leadership Team
Led by experienced cybersecurity professionals with deep regulatory expertise in FinTech, financial services, and pharmaceutical industries.
Pete Smith
Founder & Chief Information Security Officer
With over 15 years of experience navigating complex regulatory environments, Pete specializes in building security and compliance programs for highly-regulated industries. His extensive background includes working with FCA-regulated FinTech companies, financial services institutions, and pharmaceutical organizations subject to MHRA oversight. As a former CISO, Pete brings invaluable insights into regulatory compliance, risk management, and audit preparation—helping SMEs confidently meet stringent regulatory requirements without breaking the bank.
Regulatory Background Includes:
- • FCA-regulated FinTech startups and scale-ups
- • Payment services and digital banking platforms
- • MHRA-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing
- • Financial services institutions (PCI-DSS, SOC2)
- • GDPR and data protection compliance programs
Why Businesses Trust GuardianSmith
Our track record speaks for itself. We deliver results that matter to your business.
15+ Years Experience
Deep expertise in FinTech, financial services, and pharmaceutical security
Regulatory Specialist
FCA, MHRA, GDPR, and DORA compliance expertise
SME-Focused
Tailored solutions for growing businesses
Proven Results
Successful regulatory transformations across highly-regulated sectors
Regulatory Expertise
Specialized experience in highly-regulated industries where security and compliance are mission-critical
FinTech & Financial Services
FCA-Regulated Organizations
Extensive experience with FCA-regulated FinTech companies, digital banks, payment processors, and financial services institutions navigating complex UK regulatory requirements.
Pharmaceutical Companies
MHRA-Regulated Organizations
Deep understanding of pharmaceutical industry security requirements, including MHRA regulations, GxP compliance, and data integrity standards for clinical and manufacturing operations.
Why Regulatory Experience Matters
Working in highly-regulated industries like FinTech and pharmaceuticals demands more than technical security knowledge—it requires understanding the regulatory landscape, audit processes, and the business impact of compliance failures. Our team has navigated FCA examinations, MHRA inspections, and countless third-party audits, bringing battle-tested strategies that help you achieve compliance efficiently and cost-effectively.
Audit-Ready
Documentation and controls that pass regulatory scrutiny
Risk Mitigation
Proactive controls to prevent regulatory penalties
Business Enablement
Compliance that accelerates growth, not hinders it
Our Values
The principles that guide everything we do and every recommendation we make.
Expertise Without Complexity
We bring CISO-level knowledge to SMEs in an accessible, understandable way.
Practical Implementation
Security solutions that work in the real world, not just in theory.
Business-First Approach
Security strategies aligned with your business objectives and growth plans.
Regulatory Confidence
Navigate complex compliance requirements with confidence and clarity.
Company Information
Company Name
GuardianSmith CyberSecurity Ltd
Industry
Computer and Network Security
Founded
2025
Headquarters
London, United Kingdom
Company Type
Privately Held
Specialization
FinTech, Financial Services & Pharmaceutical Compliance