Cyber Essentials Certification

Prove to your stakeholders that your business takes IT security seriously

Achieving Cyber Essentials or Cyber Essentials Plus doesn’t have to be complicated. Our experienced team will walk you through the entire process, from initial assessment through to successful certification.

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Win contracts, build trust, strengthen security

Cyber Essentials is the government-backed standard that proves your business takes security seriously. For many organisations, it’s become a requirement rather than a nice-to-have.

  • Protects against up to 80% of common cyber threats, including phishing and ransomware.
  • Enables you to bid on UK government contracts that involve handling sensitive data.
  • Can lead to cheaper cyber insurance, as certified businesses are 92% less likely to make a claim.
  • Reassures clients and partners that their data is safe in your hands.
  • Gives you a recognised credential that sets you apart from competitors who can’t demonstrate the same level of security commitment.
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What’s involved in Cyber Essentials certification?

Cyber Essentials is the government’s baseline standard for cyber security. The framework covers five technical controls designed to protect against the most common attacks. You may already have many of these measures in place, but certification confirms they’re configured correctly and working as they should.

  • Update Management

    Keeping software and systems current to protect against known vulnerabilities. This includes operating systems, applications and firmware on devices connected to your network.

  • User Access

    Ensuring only the right people have access to systems and data, with elevated privileges limited to those who need them.

  • Firewalls & Internet Gateways

    Maintaining a strong perimeter to block malicious traffic before it reaches your network.

  • Secure Configuration

    Setting up devices and software securely from the outset to reduce risk and prevent unauthorised access.

  • Malware Protection

    Defending against malicious software that could infect systems or compromise data.

Why Choose Acronyms?

  • Guided Support from Start to Certification

    We work alongside you through every stage. From initial assessment through to final submission, you’ll have direct access to our team for questions, guidance and practical help. No portals. No ticket queues. Just straightforward support from people who know your setup.

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  • We Fix Problems Before They Fail You

    Our technical team identifies and addresses gaps before your assessment begins. We conduct pre-certification checks, handle any remediation work needed and review your submission to make sure everything stands up to scrutiny. This is why most businesses we work with pass first time.

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  • Local Team, Direct Access

    We’re a local business working with other local businesses, and that matters when you need responsive, reliable support. If you have questions, you can speak to the people who understand your setup. No call centres and no being passed around.

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  • Ongoing Security Beyond the Certificate

    Certification is valid for 12 months, but security doesn’t pause until your renewal date. As an IT support provider holding ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus ourselves, we can support your wider security needs year-round, not just at certification time.

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Which certification is right for you?

  • Cyber Essentials

    The standard level of certification, based on a verified self-assessment questionnaire. You answer questions about how your organisation meets each of the five controls and an independent assessor reviews your responses.

    • Covers the five core technical controls
    • Suitable for businesses needing a recognised security baseline
    • Meets requirements for many private sector contracts and supply chains
    • Often the right starting point for organisations new to formal certification
    • Typical turnaround: 2-4 weeks

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  • Cyber Essentials Plus

    Everything in Cyber Essentials, plus a hands-on technical audit. An assessor tests a sample of your systems directly to verify that the controls you described are actually in place and working correctly.

    • Includes independent vulnerability scanning and technical verification
    • Required for most public sector and government contracts
    • Provides a higher level of assurance for clients and partners
    • Recommended for organisations handling sensitive or regulated data
    • Typical turnaround: 4-6 weeks

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