Skip to content

Cyber Essentials Certification

The UK government-backed cybersecurity certification. Essential for public sector supply chains.

Fixed-fee engagement
3 phases
Overview

What is this service?

Cyber Essentials is a UK government-backed certification scheme that protects organisations against the most common cyber attacks. It covers five technical controls: firewalls, secure configuration, user access control, malware protection, and patch management. If you sell to the UK government or work in the public sector supply chain, Cyber Essentials is your first and fastest step.

Deliverables

What we deliver

Every engagement includes these core deliverables, tailored to your organisation.

Pre-assessment gap analysis
5 technical controls review
Self-assessment questionnaire preparation (CE)
External technical testing (CE+)
Remediation guidance
Certification submission management
12 months certification validity
Progression planning to ISO 27001
Our Process

How we get you certified

A proven, structured approach from kickoff to certification.

1
Week 1

Gap Analysis

Review of your current security controls against Cyber Essentials requirements.

2
Week 2

Remediation

Address identified gaps in firewall, patching, access control, malware protection, and configuration.

3
Week 3

Certification

Complete self-assessment (CE) or technical assessment (CE+). Certificate issued.

Pricing

Transparent pricing

No hidden fees. No surprise invoices. Choose the tier that fits your organisation.

Cyber Essentials

All businesses

Scoped to your business
  • Gap analysis
  • Remediation guidance
  • Self-assessment preparation
  • Submission management
Get Started

Cyber Essentials Plus

Higher-assurance requirements

Scoped to your business
  • Everything in CE
  • External vulnerability scanning
  • Configuration testing
  • Hands-on technical assessment
Get Started
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Cyber Essentials is a self-assessment verified by a certifying body. Cyber Essentials Plus includes external hands-on technical testing, vulnerability scanning and configuration testing by an assessor.

Ready to start your Cyber Essentials journey?

Book a free gap analysis call. In 30 minutes you will know exactly where you stand, what it takes, and what it costs.

Most clients book their first paid engagement within 2 weeks of their gap analysis call.