Cyber Essentials
Certification
Prepare for Cyber Essentials or Cyber Essentials Plus. We help you check the required controls and address gaps before assessment.
Overview
The baseline that opens doors.
We assess you against the five technical controls, help you remediate gaps, complete the self-assessment, and prepare you for the hands-on Cyber Essentials Plus assessment where required.
Scope
What we deliver.
Preparation across the five Cyber Essentials controls.
- Firewalls & boundary protection
- Secure configuration
- Security update management
- User access control
- Malware protection
- Self-assessment completion
- CE Plus assessment prep
- Remediation guidance
FAQ
Cyber Essentials FAQ
Scope, cost, and what happens next.
How much does Cyber Essentials cost?
Our Cyber Essentials preparation is a flat fee from around €1,500, with Cyber Essentials Plus higher due to the hands-on assessment. Certification body fees are separate. Use our estimator for a tailored figure.
What is the difference between Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus?
Cyber Essentials is a verified self-assessment. Cyber Essentials Plus adds a hands-on technical audit by an assessor to confirm the controls are genuinely in place.
How long does Cyber Essentials take?
Cyber Essentials can often be achieved in 1–2 weeks. Cyber Essentials Plus typically takes a few weeks depending on the environment.
Do we need Cyber Essentials?
It is often required to bid for UK government and public-sector contracts and is increasingly requested in supply chains as a baseline assurance.
Can it lead to ISO 27001 later?
Yes — it is a great first step, and the controls form a foundation you can build on toward ISO 27001 or SOC 2.
Can we get certified quickly?
Yes — Cyber Essentials can often be achieved in 1–2 weeks with the right preparation; Cyber Essentials Plus takes a little longer.
More questions about this service
Do we need Cyber Essentials Plus?
CE+ is required by some contracts and adds a hands-on technical audit; we advise which level fits your needs.
How long is certification valid?
One year — annual recertification is required to maintain it.
Does it cover the whole organisation?
Scope can be whole-organisation or limited to a defined sub-set; we help you define a sensible boundary.
Will Cyber Essentials satisfy enterprise customers?
It is a recognised baseline; larger customers often also want ISO 27001 or SOC 2, which Cyber Essentials is a good stepping stone toward.
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