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Protect your business, reassure your customers and save time and money by becoming Cyber Essentials certified.
Get your Cyber Essentials certification today, take cyber-security seriously and have the best tools to protect your business and clients.
Get Cyber Essentials certified hereWhether your business is big or small, this government-backed cybersecurity scheme is designed to effectively protect your organisation from the vast range of common cyber-attacks. The threat-landscape is ever-evolving; cybercriminals are not going away anytime soon. Big or small, you are a target for these crimes. Fortunately, we can get you Cyber Essentials certified so you can increase your protection.
So, what are you waiting for? Get certified now before it's too late.
Get certifiedBecoming Cyber Essentials certified signifies your serious attitude towards cybersecurity and its paramount importance. Therefore, enabling your business to maintain and exceed government expectations when it comes to cybersecurity.
Rest easy at night knowing that you have the right solutions in place to protect your business from the vast array of threats. To gain this level of protection, you need to pass your certification. But don't worry; with our team of cybersecurity experts at IT Builder, we can make sure you're fully equipped to pass your certification first time.
How long would it take for your business to bounce back and return operations to normal after a cyber-attack? By getting Cyber Essentials certified, you can focus your time and attention on what you do best and save money by avoiding costly damages and downtime inflicted by a cyber-attack.
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Book a MeetingWith the option of two paths, you can start with Cyber Essentials which will protect you from the various common cyber threats. This is a self-certification where you will complete a test, and pass if you meet the base level of recommendations.
Get startedCyber Essentials Plus offers a more hands-on approach. This means you will have an onsite assessment and, consequently, more protection. On top of having the basics, you will be provided with a full vulnerability test to ensure your data is secure from cyber threats.
Get startedProtecting your business and your customers' confidential data is a necessity that goes without saying. But how can you reassure your team and customers that their data is safe if you’re not Cyber Essentials certified?
Becoming Cyber Essentials certified shows you take cybersecurity seriously; this not only reassures your current customers but will be reassuring for prospects. Also, some government contracts require you to be Cyber Essentials certified to work with them.
Need any more reasons? We'd be happy to answer any questions you might have regarding Cyber Essentials.
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All new certificates issued will tend to have a 12-month expiry date, don't worry, we will remind you when your date is coming up!
The cost of Cyber Essentials (verified self-assessment) is £300 + VAT.
The cost of a Cyber Essentials Plus assessment will depend on your business. We can provide any advice and guidance you may need on this matter. Contact us here.
You can simultaneously complete the process for Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus in one exercise. We will work with our assessment partner, Cybaverse, to complete the Cyber Essentials questionnaire and verify compliance as part of the process of achieving Cyber Essentials Plus.
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