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Cybersecurity for Small Businesses in Houston, TX

Stop attacks, data loss, and downtime before they cost you your business

Small businesses get hacked not because attackers are sophisticated. They get hacked because the door was left open.

We find the weak points, fix them, and keep your systems secure. No enterprise price tag. No technical overload. No IT team required on your end.

Serving small businesses across Houston, Texas and the surrounding area.

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Does This Sound Like Your Business?

You run a real business in Houston. You’re not a tech company. You just need your systems to work, your data to stay safe, and your customers to trust you.

But right now, you probably have:

A website that hasn’t been security-tested since it was built
Staff clicking emails they probably shouldn’t
Old software or weak passwords no one’s gotten around to fixing
No idea whether someone could already be inside your network

If any of that sounds familiar, you have real risk. The only question is whether you find it first; or someone else does.

We work with small businesses across Houston every day:

Construction companies handling bids, payments, and project data
Healthcare practices managing sensitive patient records
Law firms and CPA offices responsible for confidential client information
Service businesses that depend on uptime and client trust
Small retailers and offices that can’t afford a breach or the downtime that follows

There’s also a newer reason to act. Texas Senate Bill 2610 (effective September 1, 2025) gives small businesses legal protection from punitive damages after a data breach; but only if a qualifying cybersecurity program was already in place. If your business has fewer than 250 employees and handles customer data, this law applies to you. We can help you meet those requirements.

See If You're a Fit

Know If You’re Exposed Before Someone Else Finds Out

Right now, there are likely gaps in your systems you don’t see. This is how most Houston businesses get compromised.

We assess your business the same way real attackers do; through penetration testing and vulnerability assessment; so you know exactly what’s at risk before it becomes a breach.

We test your systems from the outside and inside, the way an attacker would
We check your website and applications for easy entry points
We only report real issues that can actually be exploited
We show you what matters first, in plain language

What this means for you: A clear answer to the question every business owner should ask; can someone get in, and how do you stop it?

See Where You're Exposed

Is Your Business Ransomware-Proof?

Imagine arriving at work tomorrow and finding every file, invoice, and customer record locked.

For most small businesses in Houston, this isn’t a tech glitch; it’s the end of the company. Ransomware attacks happen every day, and small businesses are frequently targeted because attackers assume their defenses are weak.

We’ve helped a retail business recover 30 years of customer data from a failing system. We’ve seen what happens when there’s no protection in place.

Our ransomware protection services make sure you never have to pay:

Bulletproof backups: A secure copy of your data stored where attackers can’t reach or delete it
Closed entry points: We find and fix the paths ransomware uses to get in; phishing exposure, weak remote access, unpatched systems
Recovery plan: If an attack happens, you restore from backup and get back to work; no ransom, no panic

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WordPress Security & Website Protection

Your website is often the first place attackers look.

Most small business sites are built fast, with security as an afterthought. Outdated plugins, default configurations, and weak login systems make them easy targets. A compromised site can mean lost customers, Google warnings, and data exposed without you ever knowing.

Our WordPress security and web development services cover:

WordPress hardening and malware cleanup; clean your site completely and lock it down against reinfection
Secure website development built properly from day one
Protection against the most common web attacks
Safe login and user access controls

Outcome: A website that supports your business; not one that quietly puts it at risk.

Secure My Website

Secure WiFi Setup & Testing

Your WiFi is often the easiest way into your business; and most small business networks are misconfigured.

Default router settings, shared guest and employee networks, and weak or missing encryption give attackers a straightforward path to your files, customer data, and internal systems. Anyone nearby can be a threat.

Our WiFi security services lock down your network:

Secure WPA2/WPA3 configuration; weak encryption and default settings removed
Guest vs. internal network segmentation; visitors can’t reach your business systems
Rogue access point detection; we find unauthorized devices and fake networks
Real-world wireless attack testing; we verify the setup actually holds up

Outcome: A network that protects your Houston business instead of exposing it.

Secure My Network

Cybersecurity Training for Your Team

Most attacks start with a simple mistake. One bad click. One weak password.

Firewalls don’t stop a convincing phishing email. Antivirus doesn’t stop an employee who hands over their password to a fake IT support caller. Your team is your most important security layer; and also the most common way attackers get in.

Our security awareness training covers:

Recognizing phishing emails, fake requests, and social engineering tactics
Strong password habits and multi-factor authentication
Safe day-to-day security practices
Real-world attack examples your team will actually remember

Outcome: Your team becomes a line of defense; not the reason you got hacked.

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Who’s Behind This

Atir Javid, Founder & CEO

Atir founded Nexilva after seeing the same story repeat itself too many times: a small business gets hit, finds out afterward that the cause was completely preventable, and had no one in their corner who could have stopped it.

We work with businesses across Houston that rely on their systems every day but don’t have the time or budget for a full security team. No jargon. No tools you don’t need. No disappearing after the report is delivered.

Flat-fee projects. Plain-language explanations. Real fixes.

More About Atir & Nexilva

What Happens When You Reach Out

Simple, no-pressure process.

30-minute call: You tell us about your business, we listen; no technical knowledge required
We identify your biggest risks in plain language, no technical overload
You get a clear action plan: What to fix, in what order, and what it costs

No obligation. No hard sell. If we’re not the right fit, we’ll tell you.

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Client’s Reviews

Don’t just take our word for it - hear from some of our satisfied clients!

Zahid Imran M.D.
Medical Director at Psychcare, LLC

Atir played a pivotal role in revolutionizing our medical office's IT infrastructure. His expertise in building and managing our entire network and PCs was instrumental. Specifically, he navigated the complexities of integrating Medicare software seamlessly. Atir's commitment to excellence and his ability to provide innovative solutions made a significant impact on our operations. I wholeheartedly endorse Atir for his exceptional IT skills and unwavering dedication to client success.
Joseph Nolan
Founder at Jono Advertising | 9-Figure Media Buyer

Atir is a pleasure to work with. His client management skills are superb and this is unique when it comes to web developers. He can transform client goals into polished, final products and communicate along the way in a language the client understands. I've witnessed his dedication to a project that can only be described as legendary, a 100% absolute commitment putting himself second and the client/brand first. I look forward to working a great deal in the future.
Jonathan Jaffe
Founder its-your-internet.com

Atir and I had the opportunity to work together on multiple occasions. He is incredibly knowledgeable about open source technology having worked with virtually everything out there. Always up to date, he is dialed into the heart of the open source community. Have a question about a particular technology? Atir will be chatting with its creator in under a minute. Never happy with just good, Atir tirelessly looks for the perfect solution. He constantly updates and improves his skills. His excitement is infectious. Working with Atir is never boring or dull.
Ricky Joshi
Saatva - Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer - Managing Partner, Investor

Atir is an excellent developer who is relentless in solving problems. He is committed, hard working, and diligent. He has an amazing grasp of php, and is a quick learner who picks up frameworks quickly. He is a pleasure to work with.
Damien Hodgkin
Independent Web Developer

Atir has a drive that motivates everyone around him. His ability to think outside the box is unsurpassed. His thoroughness, attention to detail and quick wit make him the perfect candidate for any small to large development task.