From first call to certificate, without the guesswork
No generic self-service portal: a dedicated specialist guides you through every stage, so you know exactly what's expected and why.
Steps to get certified
A guided, hands-on path from scoping to certificate, no jargon, no guesswork.
Scoping
We agree the boundary of your assessment: a device, a network, or your whole organisation.
Self-Assessment
Complete a guided questionnaire against the five technical controls, with our support throughout.
Review
We check your submission and flag anything that needs addressing before it goes for formal assessment.
Certification
Your certificate is issued, backed by IASME/NCSC accreditation, valid for 12 months.
External Scan (Plus only)
An independent technical audit and vulnerability scan of your in-scope systems.
We catch the gaps before you formally submit
Most certification bodies just mark your submission pass or fail. We run a readiness review first, flagging anything likely to trip up your assessment before it goes for formal review.
- A dedicated specialist reviews your draft submission before formal sign-off
- Clear, specific guidance on anything that needs fixing
- No repeated resubmission fees for issues we could've caught early
- The same specialist stays with you through to certificate issue
The 5 Simple Fundamentals Of Cyber Essentials
Many businesses are already doing the below because it makes good business sense. It's all you need to obtain your Cyber Essentials certification; we can help you make sure all the boxes are ticked.
Update Management
Keep software and operating systems up to date with the latest patches to fix security weaknesses and deny access to fraudsters.
User Access
Ensure employees only have access to the data they need, with special access privileges reserved only for authorised individuals.
Firewalls & Internet Gateways
Firewalls provide vital protection against external threats, but they must be correctly configured and active to be effective.
Secure Configuration
Proper configuration of servers can reduce vulnerabilities and prevent online criminals from carrying out unauthorised actions.
Malware Protection
Protection against malware can safeguard sensitive data and documents, safeguarding your business from attack by cybercriminals.
What to expect during your assessment
Standard Cyber Essentials can often be completed in as little as 3–5 working days once your self-assessment is submitted. Cyber Essentials Plus typically takes 1–3 weeks depending on the size of your scoped environment.
No, you can define a scope that covers the relevant part of your organisation, such as the systems and devices used to deliver a specific contract, as long as it's a sensible and defensible boundary.
You'll receive clear guidance on what to remediate, and can resubmit once addressed. Our readiness review is designed to catch issues before formal submission, to help you get to a first-time pass wherever possible.
Cyber Essentials certification lasts 12 months. We send renewal reminders well ahead of expiry so your certificate never lapses.
Get certified in as little as 5 days
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