The Cyber Essentials Scheme is the recommended minimum cyber security controls for all UK businesses, as set out by the UK government.

Cyber Essentials ensures that the following 5 security domains are secure and managed effectively.

  • Firewalls
  • Patch Management
  • Malware Protection
  • Access Controls
  • Secure Configuration

Why Do I need Cyber Essentials?

  • Securing your organisation by preventing most common internet based attacks
  • Demonstration of commitment to operating securely
  • Compete in Government, MoD, and other supply chain environments

Seric have various offerings, from basic self-service, through to on-going managed security programmes including Cyber Essentials Plus.

Organisations wishing to demonstrate their commitment to protecting their data and services can apply for Cyber Essentials certification, or Cyber Essentials Plus certification, to find out more see below.

Cyber Essentials

Self Submission

Cost dependent on Organisation Size

Micro (0-9 staff)    £300 + vat

Small (10-49 staff) £400 + vat

Medium (50-249 staff) £450 + vat

Large (250 + staff) £500 + vat

Secure on-line self-assessment

Seric review and mark submission either a pass or fail

Cyber Essentials

Vetted Submission

£500 + vat

Secure on-line self-assessment

Seric answer basic FAQ’s and clarification

Seric review and mark submission either a pass or fail

Cyber Essentials

Fully Supported Submission

£900 + vat

Secure on-line self-assessment

Seric interview and assist in completion of assessment for up to a 1/2 day

Seric review and mark submission either a pass or fail

Cyber Essentials Plus

Fully Supported Submission with Audit

Starting from £2,250 + vat

Secure on-line self-assessment

Seric supplied completion guide and FAQ.

On-premise or remote testing

Gap Analysis option available

Learn more about our cyber solutions

seric.co.uk/cyber