Cyber Essentials Certification

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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• What is Cyber Essentials certification, and why is it important?

  Cyber Essentials certification is a cybersecurity accreditation that demonstrates an organisation's commitment to basic cybersecurity best practices. It's essential because it helps protect against common cyber threats and can be a requirement for doing business with certain partners or government agencies.

• Who can benefit from Cyber Essentials certification?

  Cyber Essentials is beneficial for any organisation, regardless of its size or industry. It helps protect against cyber threats, enhances cybersecurity awareness, and can be a competitive advantage when seeking new business opportunities.

• What are the key security controls covered by Cyber Essentials?

  Cyber Essentials focuses on five key security controls, including boundary firewalls and internet gateways, secure configuration, access control, malware protection, and patch management. These controls are designed to address common cybersecurity vulnerabilities.

• How can my organisation become Cyber Essentials certified?

  Each application is unique, Fitzrovia IT can guide your organisation through the Cyber Essentials certification process.