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Cyber Essentials &
Cyber Essentials Plus

Are you protected from common internet-based threats?
Cyber Essentials is a UK Government-backed scheme which outlines the minimum baseline standard for cyber security. It’s an independently verified self-assessment certification that your organisation needs to renew annually.
Costs range from £300 plus VAT (depending on your organisation size). Your organisation must hold a valid Cyber Essentials certificate throughout the duration of any further certifications.
Certification will give your organsiation peace of mind that your defences are protected against the majority of common cyber attacks.
What are the advantages of Cyber Essentials?
Covering the following five technical areas, Cyber Essentials is a set of questions that assess your existing systems and controls. It is designed for SMEs and backed by the UK Government.






- Reduces the risk of internet-based attacks, malware attacks, and email phishing attempts
- Cost-effectively demonstrates that your organisation is taking action to control risks – a key step towards GDPR compliance that is recognised by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
- Meets the pre-requisite for most MoD, Government and public sector contracts
- Entitles you to free cyber liability insurance up to £25,000*
- Sends a strong message to customers and staff that you take the protection of their data seriously
*If your turnover is less than £20M
Assisted Cyber Essentials support
RightCue Assurance also offers an assisted self-certification consultancy service with a fast turnaround. This service is useful for urgent certification requirements.
If you choose our assisted service, our certified Cyber Essentials assessors will guide your IT team (whether they are in-house or outsourced) through the self-assessment process. Our expert advice will ensure you meet the requirements of the scheme.
- Familiarise you with the process
- Walk you through all the questions
- Provide you with email support to answer any further queries
- Conduct a final review before you submit the questionnaire online
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Micro organisations (0 - 9 employees)
Cyber Essentials Self Certification | Buy: £300 + VAT |
Cyber Essentials Certification with Assistance (2 hours CE assessor support) | Buy: £600 + VAT |
Small organisations (10 - 49 employees)
Cyber Essentials Self Certification | Buy: £400 + VAT |
Cyber Essentials Certification with Assistance (2 hours CE assessor support) | Buy: £700 + VAT |
Medium organisations (50 - 249 employees)
Cyber Essentials Self Certification | Buy: £450 + VAT |
Cyber Essentials Certification with Assistance (2 hours CE assessor support) | Buy: £750 + VAT |
Large organisations (250+ employees)
Cyber Essentials Self Certification | Buy: £500 + VAT |
Cyber Essentials Certification with Assistance (2 hours CE assessor support) | Buy: £800 + VAT |
Cyber Essentials Plus

Your organisation needs to complete a Cyber Essentials Plus audit within three months of your ‘basic’ certification, and this also requires annual certification.
If you are interested in finding out more about Cyber Essentials Plus certification and the process, please get in touch by completing the form to discover how we can assist you.
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