Cyber Essentials Plus builds on the Cyber Essentials standard by providing a deeper level of verification through independent technical testing. It ensures your security controls are not only in place but working effectively in real-world conditions.
We prepare your organisation for a full technical audit, ensuring your systems are secure, compliant, and ready for independent verification.
We assess your existing Cyber Essentials controls and ensure your systems are ready for the additional testing required.
Our team works with you to strengthen configurations, access controls, and protections across your environment.
Independent assessors carry out vulnerability scans and system testing to validate your security measures.
Upon successful testing, you achieve Cyber Essentials Plus certification, proving your cybersecurity is robust and effective.
It is an advanced level of Cyber Essentials that includes independent technical testing of your systems.
Yes, you must achieve Cyber Essentials before progressing to Cyber Essentials Plus.
It typically takes a few weeks depending on preparation and system complexity.
Cyber Essentials is self-assessed, while Plus involves hands-on verification by external assessors.
Testing includes vulnerability scans, configuration checks, and verification of security controls.
Organisations needing higher assurance, especially those handling sensitive data or working in regulated sectors.