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Cyber Essentials Certification

Cyber Essentials is the UK government-backed certification that proves your business has the
core security controls in place. Twin Technology gets you certified — and keeps you secure.
Get Cyber Essentials certified
The scheme

What is Cyber Essentials?

Cyber Essentials is a UK government-backed scheme — run by the IASME Consortium on behalf of the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) — that certifies your organisation has five fundamental security controls in place. It’s designed to protect against the most common internet-based threats, and it’s increasingly required to win public-sector and larger private contracts. There are two levels: Cyber Essentials, a verified self-assessment, and Cyber Essentials Plus, which adds an independent, hands-on technical audit.

The controls

The five controls Cyber Essentials covers

1

Firewalls

Securing the boundary between your network and the internet.

2

Secure configuration

Setting up devices and software safely, not on risky defaults.

3

User access control

Making sure people only have the access they actually need.

4

Malware protection

Defending against viruses and malicious software.

5

Security update management

Keeping everything patched and up to date.

Which level?

Cyber Essentials or Cyber Essentials Plus?

Cyber Essentials is a verified self-assessment: you confirm the five controls are in place and it’s checked. Cyber Essentials Plus adds an independent technical audit, where an assessor tests your systems hands-on — it carries more weight and is required by some contracts. We’ll advise which is right for you.

Benefits

Why get Cyber Essentials certified

  • Win more business — many public-sector and enterprise contracts require it.
  • Reassure your customers that you take security seriously.
  • Stop the majority of common cyber attacks — it’s a proven baseline.
  • Work to a clear, recognised standard rather than guessing.
Our process

How Twin Technology gets you certified

We make certification straightforward:
Step 1

Assess

We review your current setup against the five controls and find the gaps.
Step 2

Fix

We put the missing controls in place (often quick, and good practice anyway).
Step 3

Prepare

We complete the assessment with you and get you submission-ready.
Step 4

Certify

We guide you through to certification, including the Plus audit where needed.

And because we’re Cyber Essentials certified ourselves, we know exactly what passing takes.

Why choose us

Why Twin Technology

  • Cyber Essentials certified ourselves — we’ve been through the process.
  • A security-first MSP with 20 years’ experience protecting UK business.
  • Honest, proportionate advice at competitive rates — no gold-plating.
  • We don’t just get you certified — we help keep you secure afterwards.

Get Cyber Essentials certified

Ready to get certified, or not sure where to start? We’ll assess where you stand, put the controls in place, and guide you through to certification — at competitive rates. Call 01923 228820 or get in touch for a free, no-obligation chat.
Get Cyber Essentials certified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cyber Essentials?
A UK government-backed certification confirming your organisation has five core security controls in place. It builds customer trust, is required for many contracts, and is a strong security baseline.
How long does Cyber Essentials certification take?
For many small businesses, a few weeks — quicker if the controls are largely in place already, longer if gaps need fixing first. We’ll give you a clear timeline up front.
What's the difference between Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus?
Cyber Essentials is a verified self-assessment; Cyber Essentials Plus adds an independent, hands-on technical audit by an assessor. Plus carries more weight and some contracts specifically require it.
How much does Cyber Essentials certification cost?
There’s a certification fee, plus our help to get you ready — all at competitive rates. We’ll give you a clear, tailored quote; get in touch.
Do we have to be a Twin Technology IT support client?
No — we can help you achieve Cyber Essentials whether or not we manage your day-to-day IT.
Is Cyber Essentials worth it for a small business?

Yes — it’s an affordable, recognised baseline that wins contracts and stops most common attacks.