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What is Cyber Essentials?
Cyber Essentials is a UK-government backed cyber security scheme designed to help organisations defend against the most common cyber threats, including malware, ransomware, phishing, password attacks, and unauthorised access attempts.
The certification confirms that your organisation has implemented the correct technical measures to secure:
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User devices
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Networks and internet gateways
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Cloud services
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IT infrastructure
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End-user accounts and admin access
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Software and systems
Cyber Essentials is suitable for small organisations, medium-sized organisations, and larger enterprises, and is increasingly required across the supply chain for tenders, cyber insurance, and contractual work.
Key Cyber Essentials controls
The Cyber Essentials scheme focuses on 5 core technical controls proven to block the most common cyber attacks:
Secure configuration
Ensures all systems, software, and devices are configured securely, removing unnecessary apps, disabling unsupported software, and reducing attack surfaces.
Boundary firewalls & internet gateways
Protect your network by controlling inbound and outbound traffic and blocking unauthorised internet access.
Access control & account separation
Ensures only authorised users have access to systems, with strong password policies and separation between admin and end-user accounts.
Malware protection
Protects devices from viruses, ransomware, and malicious software using approved security tools and up-to-date antivirus solutions.
Patch management
Keeps all software updated and secure, applying the latest security patches to remove vulnerabilities before cyber criminals exploit them.
These controls dramatically reduce your organisation’s exposure to cyber risks and are verified during the Cyber Essentials assessment.
What is the benefit?
With Rabb-IT’s support, achieving Cyber Essentials certification becomes straightforward and stress-free.
We help you:
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Understand the Cyber Essentials scheme
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Complete the readiness tool and knowledge hub steps
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Review your IT infrastructure document
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Prepare for the self-assessment questionnaire
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Pass external and internal vulnerability scans
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Implement Cyber Essentials controls across your whole organisation
This strengthens your cyber security resilience, reduces cyber insurance premiums, and positions you as a trusted, responsible organisation protecting sensitive data.
Rabb-IT provides complete Cyber Essentials support, guiding organisations through every stage of the Cyber Essentials certification process, including the self-assessment questionnaire, readiness checks, secure configuration reviews, and vulnerability testing. With expert cyber advisors and practical support, we ensure your business meets certification standards smoothly and confidently.
By achieving Cyber Essentials certification, your organisation demonstrates its commitment to strong cyber hygiene, enhances customer trust, protects critical systems, and reduces the likelihood of a cyber incident.
Cyber Essentials vs Cyber Essentials Plus
Rabb-IT provides support for both levels:
Cyber Essentials (Basic Level)
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Self-assessment questionnaire
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IASME certification body review
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Guidance through all self-assessment questions
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Suitable for small and medium organisations
Cyber Essentials Plus
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Includes technical audit, remote vulnerability scan and/or on-site testing
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Independent verification by a certification body
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Advanced assurance of your organisation’s security controls
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Often required for larger organisations and government contracts
Why choose Rabb-IT for Cyber Essentials certification?
Expert cyber advisors
Our specialists guide you through every requirement of the certification process – even if you have no technical IT background.
Complete support from start to certificate
From understanding your current setup to preparing documentation, securing cloud services, and completing assessments, we provide practical support every step of the way.
Experience with complex company structures
We help organisations with multiple sites, varied infrastructure, and unique systems meet Cyber Essentials standards.
Reduce risk & strengthen security
Implementing Cyber Essentials controls protects your infrastructure, systems, devices, and users from the most common cyber attacks seen in the past year.
Demonstrate trust & compliance
Cyber Essentials helps businesses meet supply chain requirements, reduce cyber insurance liability, and build trust with customers.
What Rabb-IT can do for you
With Rabb-IT as your Cyber Essentials partner, your organisation gains:
- Up-to-date information on all certification requirements
- Support aligning your IT infrastructure to Cyber Essentials standards
- Guidance to ensure your organisation meets all security controls
- A stronger cyber security posture and reduced risk
- Improved business continuity and resilience to cyber incidents
We help ensure your systems remain secure, compliant, and protected—no matter your organisation size or complexity.
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