Cyber Essentials Certification

Demonstrating your commitment to Information Security

Demonstrate easily to your customers that you take information security seriously. Inspire customer confidence with a UK Government-recognised security framework and Free Cyber Insurance. Your Digital CTO is an IASME Certification Body, with qualified and experienced assessors available to help you on your Cyber Essentials journey.

How Cyber Essentials Can Benefit Your Business

Cyber Essentials helps businesses like yours secure their operations and protect their clients’ data with five fundamental security controls. These controls effectively address 80% of common cyber-attacks. By obtaining this certification, you send a strong message to your customers about the importance you place on security.

Key Benefits

– Preventing Common Cyber Attacks: Safeguard your business and clients by keeping cyber threats at bay.
– Win New Business: Gain a competitive advantage with certification, which is a requirement for certain contracts.
– Retain Existing Clients: Demonstrate that you prioritise their information security, strengthening long-term relationships.
– Attract and Retain Talent: Position your business as a professional, security-conscious organisation that attracts the best talent.

Lowest Effort

At Your Digital CTO, we make it easy for you to achieve Cyber Essentials certification. Our approach simplifies the process with:
– Clear, Non-Technical Language: No jargon, just straightforward, easy-to-understand questions.
– Flexible Timing: Complete the process at your convenience, with support available when you need it.
– Practical Solutions: Simple, often free solutions to resolve any security gaps.

Five Core Controls

Cyber Essentials focuses on ensuring robust security measures are in place across five key areas:

The Boundary Between Your Network and the Internet: Protect your organisation from external threats.
Software Security: Keep your software up to date and secure.
Malware Protection: Prevent viruses and malware from compromising your systems.
Access Control: Manage access to sensitive data and systems effectively.
Device Security: Ensure all devices are securely configured.

National Cyber Security Centre

Assurance and Protection

certified organisations are confident in their protection against common internet-based cyber-attacks.

£k

FREE Cyber Insurance
_{(for UK businesses under £20m turnover)}

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the steps to achieve Cyber Essentials certification?

At Your Digital CTO, we simplify the Cyber Essentials certification process with clear, non-technical steps. Here’s how we guide you:

Step 1
We provide a curated list of straightforward, jargon-free questions about your business’s security practices. We also offer guidance on who might be best suited to answer each question. If you’re unsure about any of them, don’t worry—move on to…

Step 2
We review your answers and seek any necessary clarifications, either via a brief video call or email—whichever works best for you. This is a collaborative, non-technical process.

Step 3
We compare your answers against Cyber Essentials standards. If there are any gaps—such as configuration or process issues—we’ll provide clear explanations and solutions to address them. These solutions could involve simple steps like implementing a procedure, installing software, or adjusting settings.

Step 4
Once we have closed any gaps, you finalise and submit your answers for certification.

Congratulations! You are now Cyber Essentials certified, and if eligible, you will receive free Cyber Insurance.

How long is the Cyber Essentials certification valid?

The Cyber Essentials certification is valid for 12 months. We offer a simple renewal process, rewarding you for continuing with us. If there are no changes to your business, only the certification fee applies.

Upon renewal, we will inquire if there have been any changes, such as team size or software updates. We are here to support you in updating your details and closing any gaps.

Renewal is an excellent opportunity to reassess your security measures, refresh your team’s cybersecurity practices, and ensure ongoing compliance with best practices.

How is Your Digital CTO Different from Other Providers?

At Your Digital CTO, we go beyond the standard Cyber Essentials process. Unlike other providers, we do not simply offer a generic set of questions or leave you to navigate the certification on your own. We actively guide and support you, providing multiple solutions to achieve certification.

Our approach focuses on educating organisations about the importance of strong digital governance, with Cyber Essentials being a key part of that. While we understand some businesses may only seek certification, we also offer valuable insights into the broader benefits of good digital governance, including reduced supplier costs and minimised digital risks.

What is the Difference Between Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus?

With Your Digital CTO Cyber Essentials offering, we ensure a seamless and value-driven experience tailored to your needs!

Cyber Essentials Plus involves a vulnerability assessment, meaning your security posture is verified by interactive testing to prove full compliance with the standard. In contrast, Cyber Essentials is a verified self-assessment process.

We provide dedicated expert support tailored to each certification, ensuring you’re fully prepared to achieve Cyber Essentials success on your first attempt—a level of support often associated with Cyber Essentials Plus.

What Happens if I Fail?

With our expert guidance and fully supported service, any gaps identified will be addressed, ensuring you pass and achieve Cyber Essentials certification on your first attempt. In the event of any problems we can review and re-submit with no additional cost.

Am I Eligible for FREE Cyber Insurance?

UK-based businesses with a turnover under £20 million qualify for FREE Cyber Insurance upon achieving Cyber Essentials certification.

What level of support will I receive?

At Your Digital CTO, we provide personalised 1-to-1 support tailored to your organisation’s schedule and capabilities. Our primary goal is to help your business protect itself from 80% of common cyber threats, with Cyber Essentials certification as the rewarding outcome.

What is Your Refund Policy?

At Your Digital CTO, we aim for complete customer satisfaction. Once certification is achieved, refunds are not available. However, if you are dissatisfied before certification and we are unable to resolve the issue, we offer a full refund for any payments made.

Reviews From Our Past Work

He is highly knowledgeable and takes the time when necessary to explain things in layman’s terms so I actually understand what he means.

Stephen Taylor-brown

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