The financial sector is governed by many regulations, including GDPR, PCI DSS and the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) requirements. These regulations demand rigorous data protection measures, regular audits, and transparent reporting. Non-compliance can result in large fines and reputational damage.
Cloud hosting providers must offer solutions which not only meet these regulatory standards but also adapt to changes swiftly. This includes implementing robust security protocols, maintaining detailed audit trails, and ensuring data sovereignty.
The role of cloud hosting in financial compliance
For financial institutions, cloud hosting is a strategic asset that can help meet stringent regulatory requirements. It is critical to align your infrastructure with the unique operational, security, and reporting expectations of the financial sector.
Data security
Financial regulations such as GLBA in the U.S. and DORA in the EU mandate strict controls over sensitive data, including customer information and real-time transaction flows. Cloud hosting must deliver:
- End-to-end encryptions to protect personal and financial data
- Advanced firewalls and segmentation to isolate critical systems and reduce lateral threat movement
- Intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDPS) to support continuous monitoring and rapid response.
Data sovereignty
Where data is stored, and who can access it, is critical in regulated financial environments. Cloud solutions must be tailored to respect:
- Regional data storage laws under GDPR, DORA, or country-specific banking regulations
- Contractual and technical restrictions on cross-border transfers or third-party access
- Cloud providers transparency regarding data flows and subcontractors
Scalability
As financial firms launch new digital services or respond to changing regulatory burdens, infrastructure which can scale without compromising control is vital. A compliant cloud environment offers:
- Storage which is able to scale during regulatory testing, audits, or reporting periods
- Policy-based automation, allowing compliance and security settings to scale along with workloads
- The ability for new services or business lines to operate within predefined compliance zones
Why choose Hyve to host your cloud infrastructure?
We act as a trusted partner to offer your financial institution secure, resilient, and compliant cloud solutions.
Certifications and accreditations
At Hyve, we demonstrate our commitment to the highest levels of security and operational excellence through a wide range of certifications. These include ISO 27001 and ISO 27017, which ensure stringent information security controls and cloud-specific risk management practices, as well as ISO 9001, highlighting our dedication to quality management and continuous service improvement.
Our SOC 1 & 2 Type II reports validate the integrity of our internal controls, offering essential assurance for financial auditing and regulatory compliance.
For institutions handling payment data, our PCI DSS compliance guarantees secure processing and storage of cardholder information.
Additionally, the UK government-backed Cyber Essentials Plus certification highlights our protection against common cyber threats. Collectively, these accreditations offer your financial institution the confidence that your infrastructure is built on secure, compliant, and resilient foundations aligned with global standards.
Financial sector expertise
Having first hand experience with financial services, such as car financing company Creditplus, we have built the expertise to deliver compliant cloud solutions for organisations within the sector. We are able to anticipate sector-specific infrastructure needs and deliver hosting environments which meet stringent security and reporting standards.
Secure infrastructure
Security is imperative in financial services. We provide infrastructure built for resilience and confidentiality, offering:
- Dedicated hosting environments for maximum data isolation and custom security configurations
- Disaster recovery solutions designed to meet recovery time objectives (RTO) and recovery point objectives (RPO) for business-critical operations
- 20 minute hardware replacement SLA, and 100% network uptime guarantee, ensuring constant uptime for trading systems, payment platforms, and client-facing portals
- 24/7/365 direct-to-engineer support, with a guaranteed response time of under 20 minutes for urgent tickets, with the majority of responses in under 5 minutes
Bespoke solutions
We recognise that no two financial organisations are the same. That’s why we deliver tailored cloud solutions for every customer, designed to your specific risk profile, regulatory requirements, and internal processes.
Staying compliant as a financial organisation
Meeting financial regulations like DORA, GLBA, and FFIEC requires secure, adaptable cloud infrastructure. At Hyve, we provide tailored cloud hosting solutions which ensure compliance and support your organisation’s growth.
Our experienced team and robust certifications give you peace of mind that your infrastructure remains secure and resilient.
Ready to explore how we can support your compliance journey? Fill out our contact form and one of our cloud experts will be in touch.
