Cyber Essentials

Cyber Essentials Certification & Compliance Services

Pronetic provides a full range of services to ensure your business meets Cyber Essentials standards.

Our tailored packages include strategic planning, rapid response, remote and onsite support, 24/7 security operations, a centralised management platform, vendor coordination, IT optimisation, multi-layered security, cybersecurity training, password management and PC backup.

With Pronetic’s expertise, your management team can achieve and maintain Cyber Essentials certification, strengthen security posture and reduce the risk of cyberattacks.

Our team have carefully crafted the Cyber Essentials process to address the unique needs of your business, offering a comprehensive solution for Cyber Essentials compliance.

Our Cyber Essential Services

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Pronetic 90

Core IT Support

Pronetic 180

Cyber Essentials

Pronetic 270

Cyber Essentials Plus

Pronetic 360

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Why Is It Important For A Business To Have Cyber Essentials?

Cyber Essentials is a government backed certification scheme designed to help businesses protect themselves from common cyber threats. It provides a baseline level of security by requiring companies to implement a set of essential security controls.

Here’s why it’s important for a business to have Cyber Essentials:

Mitigating Risks: Engaging with businesses that lack Cyber Essentials certification can expose you to uncertain security risks. By demonstrating your own commitment to cybersecurity through Cyber Essentials compliance, you can attract new business opportunities.

Customer Trust: Cyber Essentials certification signals your dedication to protecting customer data, fostering trust and confidence.

Enhanced Credibility: Achieving Cyber Essentials can bolster your business’s reputation and credibility in the marketplace.

Foundation For Security: Cyber Essentials provides a solid foundation for securely handling business information, ensuring that essential security controls are in place.

Reduced vulnerability: Implementing Cyber Essentials correctly can significantly reduce your business’s susceptibility to cyberattacks, particularly those targeting businesses without the necessary technical safeguards.

Cyber Essentials Overview Through The Pronetic Hub

The Pronetic Hub is a centralised platform that offers a range of IT management services, including support for achieving and maintaining Cyber Essentials certification. By leveraging the Pronetic Hub, businesses can streamline the Cyber Essentials compliance process and benefit from the following advantages:

Simplified management: The Pronetic Hub provides a dashboard for monitoring and managing your IT infrastructure, making it easier to track your progress towards Cyber Essentials compliance.

Policy and procedure management: The Hub can assist in creating, managing, and updating your business’s security policies and procedures.

Automated compliance checks: The Hub can automate compliance checks against Cyber Essentials requirements, saving time and effort.

Incident response: If a security incident occurs, the Pronetic Hub can help you respond quickly and effectively.

Cyber Essentials: How Can Pronetic Help You?

Reduced Risk of Cyberattacks: While Cyber Essentials isn’t a legal requirement for most businesses, the document highlights how it helps businesses implement essential security controls to protect against common cyber threats like phishing attacks, malware, and ransomware. This can significantly reduce the risk of data breaches and the associated financial and reputational damage.

Increased Credibility and Client Confidence: Achieving Cyber Essentials certification demonstrates your commitment to cybersecurity. This can enhance your reputation and instill confidence in your clients and partners, knowing their data is protected with a baseline level of security. 

Potential Cost Savings: The website mentions reduced cyber insurance costs as a potential benefit. By demonstrating a proactive approach to security, you might be eligible for lower premiums. Additionally, preventing cyberattacks can save you from the financial burden of data recovery and potential lawsuits.  

Clear Framework and Guidance: Cybersecurity can seem like a complex topic. Cyber Essentials provides a clear framework and guidance for businesses of all sizes, helping them understand and implement essential security controls without getting overwhelmed.

Stepping Stone to More Robust Security: While Cyber Essentials offers a foundational level of security, it can serve as a stepping stone for businesses looking to implement more robust security measures. It demonstrates your commitment to cybersecurity and provides a starting point for building a comprehensive security strategy.  

Our Pronetic 180 package offers a cost-effective way to enhance your company’s security, build trust with clients, and potentially save money on insurance.

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Have You Considered Cyber Essentials Plus Accreditation?

Building on your Cyber Essentials success, consider taking the next step towards enhanced security with Cyber Essentials Plus.

Like Cyber Essentials, Cyber Essentials Plus is designed to be straightforward and effective. However, it includes a more rigorous technical verification process to provide even greater assurance of your business’s security posture.

Cyber Essentials Plus involves a comprehensive technical audit, including a vulnerability assessment, internal scan, and onsite assessment of your IT security. This hands-on approach ensures that your security controls are not only in place but also functioning as intended.

To learn more about Cyber Essentials Plus and how Pronetic can assist you in achieving this higher level of certification, please contact our team. We’re happy to answer any questions you may have and provide tailored guidance.

Cyber Essentials Frequently Asked Questions

“Baked-In” Cyber Essentials Compliance

Cyber Essentials compliance is one of the main pillars of the Pronetic service.

We ensure that your business’s security measures are not only in place but also continually maintained. Our CE process includes regular audits to identify any gaps in your security posture and immediate remediation to address any issues.

This proactive approach ensures that your business remains secure and audit-ready at all times.

In addition to ongoing compliance, we also provide strategic planning to align your IT infrastructure with your business objectives.

Our six-monthly strategic plans and IT roadmaps outline a clear path for technology investment, ensuring that your systems are optimised to support your growth and goals.

By planning ahead, we can help you avoid costly technology surprises and ensure that your IT budget is allocated effectively.

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2. Review & Strategy

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