Cyber Essentials is now a minimum security standard for UK businesses – and a requirement for many supply-chain, public-sector and MOD contracts. But achieving certification is only half the story.
Staying compliant all year round is what truly protects your business.
That’s where IT365 come in.
Our Cyber Essentials service removes complexity, reduces risk and keeps your business continuously compliant, not just when the auditor visits.
What is Cyber Essentials?
Cyber Essentials is a UK Government-backed security framework designed to protect businesses from the most common cyber-attacks including: phishing, malware, password attacks, and exploitation of unpatched systems.
It focuses on five essential controls:
- Firewalls
- Secure configuration
- Access control
- Malware protection
- Patch & update Management
But passing the assessment requires much more than ticking a checklist.
You need proper configuration, documentation, evidence and ongoing governance.
As Cyber Essentials Certified Consultants, we guide businesses through the entire process, and help you stay compliant all year.
Cyber Essential Certification Services
Included within our Elevate and Infinite Assurance packages, alongside our wider Managed IT Unified Security platform, we ensure your compliance is secure, simple and sustainable.
With full access to our Unified Security Platform, you get:
- Real-time risk monitoring
- Vulnerability management
- Patch automation
- Compliance scoring
- Backups & endpoint protection
- Reporting and continual improvements
- Security Awareness Training
- Phishing simulations
Your dedicated Customer Success Manager keeps you informed with monthly reports, performance insights and actionable recommendations – so you always know where you stand.
Cyber Essentials (CE)
Our Cyber Essentials support includes:
- SAQ (Self-Assessment Questionnaire) completion
- Evidence gathering & policy creation
- Configuration checks across Microsoft 365, devices and networks
- Vulnerability remediation guidance
- Pre-audit review and submission management
We handle the process end-to-end so certification becomes quick, smooth and stress-free.
Cyber Essentials Plus (CE+)
Cyber Essentials Plus includes all CE services and adds a hands-on technical audit:
- Internal vulnerability assessment
- External vulnerability assessment
- Malware protection checks
- Device sampling and configuration testing
- Penetration testing via our accredited partner
- Full support before, during and after the audit
We ensure every requirement is met so you pass the first time.
Always Cyber Essentials Ready – Not Just on Audit Day
Most companies scramble for Cyber Essentials once a year.
That leaves 364 days of unmanaged risk.
With Elevate, you stay continuously compliant through our Unified Security Platform through:
- Continuous Vulnerability scanning
- Patch automation
- Configuration monitoring
- Endpoint protection
- Zero-trust-aligned controls
- Automated compliance checks
- Monthly reporting
- Threat Detection
- Cyber Security Awareness training
- Phishing Simulations
- Continuous compliance scoring
You don’t just get Cyber Essentials – You stay Cyber Essentials ready all year with our layered protection
Ready to become Cyber Essentials Certified?
Make an enquiry today and we’ll guide you through the process from start to finish.
Frequently asked questions
Do you handle everything for us?
Yes, SAQ, documentation, remediation, technical checks and assessor liaison is all included.
Do we need Cyber Essentials Plus?
You will if you want to work with Government, MOD, councils or large supply chains. CE+ provides stronger assurance and is increasingly requested.
How fast can we get certified?
Cyber Essentials typically takes 2-4 weeks. With Cyber Essentials Plus taking 4-8 weeks depending on remediation.
Do you keep us compliant after certification?
Yes – through our Managed IT packages Elevate or Infinite. You stay secure and audit-ready throughout the whole year with the assurance that we’re continuously monitoring your systems.
Do you arrange Penetration testing?
Yes. We work with trusted accredited partners for all CE+ testing.
Is Cyber Essentials worth it for SMEs?
Absolutely. It reduces risk, increases customer trust, can lower cyber insurance premiums, and opens tender opportunities.
Get Your Cyber Essentials Certification
Stay compliant, increase your cyber security and become a more trusted and reliable supplier, thanks to our trusted consultancy and cyber security services.
We package Managed IT Services that keep your business running smoothly, at sustainable costs.
