Ensuring Your Business Stays Secure

Cyber Essentials is a framework that assists service providers in implementing fundamental cyber security measures to protect against a wide range of common threats.

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What is Cyber Essentials?

Cyber Essentials is a framework that assists service providers in implementing fundamental cyber security measures to protect against a wide range of common threats.

There are five key areas that the certification focuses on:‍

By obtaining Cyber Essentials certification, businesses demonstrate their commitment to cybersecurity, which can help build customer trust and provide a competitive edge.

Secure and Efficient Operations

As your IT provider, our primary goal is to ensure that your business operates securely and efficiently.

With Cyber Essentials we are able to enhance your security posture, implementing robust security practices and reduce exposure to cyber threats.

With our cloud solutions, your business benefits from:

Vulnerability Scanning
Virtual Security Management
Team Training
Breach Monitoring
Simulated Phishing Exercises
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Regulatory Compliance

Supporting your alignment with best practices.

Many cyber threats can lead to serious downtime for businesses, with strong cybersecurity measures we can ensure that your company has fewer disruptions and increased productivity.

Cyber Essentials VS Cyber Essentials Plus

There are two levels of Cyber Essentials certification depending on the requirements of your organisation.

Cyber Essentials

This is a self-assessment certification where businesses review their cyber security practices against the Cyber Essentials framework. It provides a basic but effective level of security, helping organisations implement essential protection against common cyber threats.

Cyber Essentials Plus

This certification includes an independent assessment by a qualified assessor, involving vulnerability tests to verify security measures. It offers a higher level of assurance as it involves a hands-on technical verification process.

Cyber Essentials Plus is the ideal choice as it demonstrates the dedication to provider’s cyber security control and verifies that they are tested and approved by professionals.

We're Certified Cyber Essentials Assessors

As certified Cyber Essentials Assessors, we’re officially qualified by IASME to support businesses in achieving Cyber Essentials certification. We provide trusted, expert guidance through the certification process, faster turnaround times, and greater confidence in meeting essential security standards.

Key benefits for our customers:

Expert support from an officially certified assessor.
Streamlined certification process with fewer delays.
Clear guidance to help meet all CE requirements.
Increased trust and credibility with clients and partners.
Compliance with government and industry standards.

Benefitting your business

Cyber Essentials is a fundamental step in strengthening cyber security for businesses of all sizes.

Whether opting for the standard Cyber Essentials certification or the more rigorous Cyber Essentials Plus, organisations benefit from improved security, enhanced trust, and better protection against cyber threats.

As an IT provider, we can assist you with achieving your Cyber Essentials certification, ensuring that your organisation is kept safe from cyber threats.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the meaning of Cyber Essentials?

Cyber Essentials is a UK government-backed certification scheme designed to assist businesses and organisations to protect themselves against common cyber threats. It provides a set of baseline security controls to safeguard data and IT systems from cyberattacks.

Key Aspects of CE:
1. Basic Cyber Hygiene – Ensures fundamental security measures are in place to prevent comon threats like malware and phishing.
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2. Five Security Controls: Firewalls & Internet Gateways, Secure Configuration, User Access Control, Malware Protection, and Patch Management.
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3. Certification Levels:
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Cyber Essentials – A self-assessment certification verifying basic cybersecurity practices.
‍Cyber Essentials Plus – A more advanced certification involving independent testing and verification.

It’s a cost-effective way for businesses to demonstrate their commitment to cyber security.

Can Cyber Essentials reduce my risk of cyber threats?

Adopting a Cyber Essentials certification can significantly reduce the risk of cyber threats by implementing fundamental security measures. While it doesn’t make an organisation immune to cyber attacks, it helps prevent the most common threats, such as phishing, malware, and unauthorised access.

Prevent common attacks by enforcing security controls like firewalls, strong passwords, and malware protection, Cyber Essentials helps block common hacking methods. It also encourages best practices like access control and software updates, minimising vulnerabilities caused by employees.

How long is the assessment process?

The Cyber Essentials Assessment Process typically takes a few days to a few weeks, depending on the level of certification and how prepared a business is.

For Cyber Essentials, an organisation must gather any required information, implement security measures, carry out a self-assessment which is reviews by the certification body and when/if successful you will be issued your certification.

For Cyber Essentials Plus, your organisation will have to pass an independent audit which includes vulnerability scans, which can extend the process by 1-2 weeks following the self-assessment.

If your organization is well-prepared, Cyber Essentials can be completed in a week or less. However, if security gaps need addressing, it may take longer.