SECURE
CYBER
ESSENTIALS
"Cyber Essentials is a UK government-backed cybersecurity certification designed to help businesses protect themselves from common cyber threats. The scheme is supported by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC)."
TECHNICAL
CONTROLS
To achieve Cyber Essentials certification in the UK, your organisation must implement four key technical controls that strengthen your IT security framework and reduce the risk of cyber attacks. These controls form the foundation of a secure and compliant business environment.
Firewalls
Implementing properly configured firewalls to protect your business network from unauthorised access and external cyber attacks.
Secure Configuration
Ensuring all devices and software are securely configured, removing default settings, and reducing system vulnerabilities.
User Access Control
Limiting access rights to authorised users only, applying strong password policies, and role-based permissions.
Malware Protection
Approved antivirus and anti-malware solutions must be installed and regularly updated to detect, prevent, and remove malicious software from your systems.
Benefits of
Cyber Essentials
Cyber Essentials is especially important for security providers, contractors, and compliance-driven businesses. It helps you:
The Advantage
Cyber Essentials Certification Process.
Our Cyber Essentials pathway is structured, simple, and designed to ensure you achieve certification without disruption to your business operations.
Pre Assessment
We review your current cybersecurity posture and identify areas that require improvement. This includes checking your systems, policies, and technical controls.
Implementation Support
Our team implements essential security controls like configuration, access management, and device protection, tailored to your business size and operations.
Certification Submission
We prepare and submit your Cyber Essentials application and guide you through the final assessment process.
Certification & Renewal
Once approved, you receive your Cyber Essentials certificate, valid for 12 months. We also support you with renewal to maintain compliance year after year.
Technical
Readiness
Achieving Cyber Essentials certification in the UK requires businesses to demonstrate practical security readiness across key operational areas to reduce cyber risk and strengthen data protection.
100%
Threat Reduction
COMPLIANCE READY
PROACTIVE CYBER DEFENCE
STRENGTHEN YOUR
CYBER SECURITY
We don’t just support your Cyber Essentials certification; we help protect your business from real-world cyber threats with practical, long-term security solutions.