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Helping You Understand and Pass Cyber Essentials Certification — Without the Tech Headache.
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Practical support from start to finish
Why You Might Need Cyber Essentials Certification
Whether it’s a client request, a government requirement, or simply good practice, Cyber Essentials is becoming increasingly important. But we get it — most people don’t know where to start. That’s where we come in.
Step-by-Step Guidance
We break down the jargon and walk you through what’s needed in plain English. No technical overload, just practical advice.
Initial Cyber Audit
We’ll review your current setup and highlight what needs changing to pass the certification.
Hands-On Support
If you need technical changes, such as firewall updates or patching, we can help — either by guiding your team or providing a quote to carry them out for you.
Self-Assessment Help
We assist in completing the questionnaire and preparing any evidence needed for submission.
Certification Submission
We’ll handle the submission to the accredited body and keep you updated throughout the process.
Ongoing Cyber Hygiene
After certification, we offer simple tools and support to keep your setup secure and compliant.
Your next step
Ready to Get Certified Without the Hassle?
We’ll handle the jargon, forms, and submission — so you can stay focused on your business. Fill in the form below for a free quote for your Cyber Essentials Certification.
Once submitted, we’ll usually respond within 1 working day with your personalised quote.
FAQs
Cyber Essentials Questions
How do I get started?
Simply fill out the contact form above and once submitted, we’ll usually respond within 1 working day with your personalised quote.
What’s the difference between Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus?
Cyber Essentials is a self-assessment certification where you answer security questions about your systems. Cyber Essentials Plus includes the same requirements but adds an independent technical audit, where a certifying body tests your devices and controls.
In short: Cyber Essentials = self-assessed, Cyber Essentials Plus = independently verified.
We can guide you through both and help you decide which is right for your business.
How long does Cyber Essentials certification take?
For standard Cyber Essentials, certification usually takes up to 2 weeks, depending on assessor availability to review and mark your submission.
Cyber Essentials Plus typically takes around 3 weeks, as it involves an additional audit and scheduling with the certifying assessor.
What is Cyber Essentials?
Cyber Essentials is a UK government-backed scheme that helps businesses protect themselves against common cyber threats. It focuses on basic but critical areas like firewalls, secure configuration, access control, malware protection, and patch management.
How much does Cyber Essentials Certification cost?
The cost depends on your organisation’s size and whether you go for the standard or Plus version. We’ll give you a free personalised quote based on your needs.
Can I do Cyber Essentials certification myself, or do I need help?
You can do it yourself, but many businesses struggle with the technical language or fail due to missing details. We simplify the process and improve your chances of passing first time.
How long is Cyber Essentials certification valid for?
Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus certifications are valid for 12 months. You’ll need to renew annually to stay certified.
Can you help us fix issues if we don’t meet the requirements?
Yes — if anything falls short, we’ll let you know exactly what needs to be addressed. We can either guide your team through the fixes or carry them out for you, depending on what works best.
Want Help With Cyber Essentials?
Tell us what stage you’re at and where the questionnaire or technical requirements are causing problems. We’ll explain the next step in plain English.
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