Strengthen your Cyber Security with Cyber Essentials

Protect your business from common cyber attacks through Cyber Essentials. At Ebstar, we can help you prepare your IT environment and become Cyber Essentials certified. Whether you’re seeking Cyber Essentials for the first time or need to renew your certification, we can provide practical technical support throughout the process.

If you’re looking for a higher level of assurance, Cyber Essentials Plus adds independent technical testing of your IT environment to demonstrate implementation of Cyber Essentials.

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Our Cyber Essentials Support

Our experts support you in becoming Cyber Essentials certified by understanding your existing technology. Once we have a clear picture of your current IT environment, we identify gaps and prepare your systems for certification.

Assessing your existing IT infrastructure and security includes:

Devices and computers
Servers and networks
Firewalls
Cloud and Microsoft 365
Security and access controls

“Ebstar have been great at keeping our business secure and running smoothly. They keep our systems safe and support our team when we need their help. Their support with our Cyber Essentials qualification has also given us greater confidence in our overall cybersecurity.”

Jonathan Rae , Managing Director, Walkers Nonsuch

Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions about Cyber Essentials certification? Find out how Cyber Essentials works, how long certifications lasts and the level of cyber security protection it provides.

What is Cyber Essentials certification?

Cyber Essentials is a UK government-backed certification scheme designed to help your business protect itself from common cyber threats. It focuses on key technical security controls and provides a recognised way for businesses to demonstrate that they have implemented cyber security.

How long is Cyber Essentials certification valid?

The validity period of the certification is 12 months. Your business can recertify annually to maintain certification.

Does Cyber Essentials protect my business from all cyber threats?

No. Cyber Essentials provides a baseline level of protection against common cyber threats, but it is not a complete cyber security strategy. At Ebstar, our managed IT services can help you protect your business from all cyber threats.