CYBER ESSENTIALS ALIGNMENT

Cyber Essentials is a government-backed standard designed to help UK businesses take control of their digital security. But this isn’t just a checkbox exercise—it’s about building trust with your customers, protecting your operations, and proving your commitment to robust cybersecurity practices.

The Five Fundamentals You’ll Be Assessed On:

• 🔒 Boundary firewalls & internet gateways – Your first layer of protection against unauthorised access.
• ⚙️ Secure configuration – Optimising systems to minimise vulnerabilities.
• 🧑‍💼 Access control – Making sure only the right people have the right level of access.
• 🛡️ Malware protection – Defending your devices against malicious software and threats.
• 🔧 Patch management – Keeping systems up-to-date to close security gaps fast.

Whether you're aiming for certification or simply wanting to improve your cyber hygiene, these five controls are a great place to start. And with the increasing pressure to demonstrate data protection in client-facing industries, Cyber Essentials offers more than reassurance—it can be a competitive advantage.

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