Cyber Security Petersfield & Hampshire
Cyber Essentials Petersfield
Protect your business, meet government standards and build customer trust with Cyber Essentials certification, with local support in Petersfield.
What is Cyber Essentials?
A Government-backed certification for stronger business security
Cyber Essentials is a UK government backed scheme that helps businesses protect themselves against common cyber threats. It shows that your organisation has the right security measures in place and reduces the risk of data breaches, downtime and costly attacks.
At Petersfield IT Support, we guide local businesses through the entire process, from initial assessment to certification, making it simple, stress-free and cost-effective.
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Key areas covered
The 5 key controls of Cyber Essentials
Cyber Essentials focuses on five essential security controls that help protect your business from the most common cyber threats.
Firewalls and internet gateways
Keep unauthorised access out of your systems.
Secure configuration
Ensure devices and software are set up securely from the start.
Access control
Limit who can access your data and systems based on their role.
Malware protection
Prevent, detect and remove malicious software.
Patch management
Keep your systems and software up to date.
Why it matters in Petersfield
Keep your Petersfield business protected
Cyber attacks can happen to any business, regardless of size. From local retailers and professional services to schools and charities in Petersfield, the impact can be significant: lost data, downtime and damage to your reputation.
Cyber Essentials helps you:
- Reduce the risk of cyber attacks
- Meet supplier and customer security requirements
- Demonstrate your commitment to data protection
- Build trust with your customers
- Keep your business running smoothly
Steps
Get certified in 4 simple steps
A clear and simple process to achieve Cyber Essentials with our expert support.
- 01
Discovery call
We assess your needs and recommend the right level.
- 02
Cyber readiness & gap support
Our team prepares everything you need to meet the Cyber Essentials requirements.
- 03
Submission & independent assessment
Your certification is reviewed and issued through an accredited provider.
- 04
Certification achieved
You receive your official Cyber Essentials certificate.
Certification level
Choose your Cyber Essentials certification level
Get the right level of protection and the right certificate for your business, customers, and contracts.
What is Cyber Essentials?
Cyber Essentials is the UK government-backed cyber security certification that confirms your business has the essential controls in place to protect against common cyber threats.
It is completed through a structured self-assessment questionnaire, then independently reviewed by an accredited certification body.
The 5 key controls covered
- Firewalls and secure internet gateways
- Secure configuration
- Access control
- Malware protection
- Security update management
What is Cyber Essentials Plus?
Cyber Essentials Plus includes everything in Cyber Essentials, but adds an independent technical audit to verify the controls are working in practice.
It is ideal for organisations requiring stronger assurance for larger contracts or regulated environments.
The Plus audit verifies areas such as:
- Patch levels and vulnerabilities
- Malware protection effectiveness
- Secure device configuration
- User access controls
- Internet-facing security
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Common Questions About Cyber Essentials
What is Cyber Essentials?
Cyber Essentials is a UK government-backed certification that shows your business has five essential security controls in place to protect against the most common cyber threats.
Do certificates have an expiry date?
Yes. Each certificate lasts 12 months, then you renew to stay certified.
How much does it cost to get Cyber Essentials certification?
The certification fee follows a tiered scale based on company size, using the standard micro, small, medium and large business definitions. On top of that flat fee, Petersfield IT Support charges to run the whole process for you, priced on the size and complexity of your network. You get the full figure up front.
My organisation is not based in the UK. Can I still obtain Cyber Essentials certification?
Yes. Organisations outside the UK can certify too, and we handle the process the same way.
Do I have to obtain the first level of Cyber Essentials before going on to Cyber Essentials Plus?
You don't start with Plus, no. You pass the basic Cyber Essentials questionnaire first, because the Plus audit checks the answers you gave in it. Once you've got the basic certificate, you have 90 days to pass Cyber Essentials Plus.
What is the difference between Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus?
Cyber Essentials basic is a 70-question self-assessment, independently verified, that confirms your security lines up with the framework. Cyber Essentials Plus goes further: we audit your systems with vulnerability tools to prove those controls actually hold up in practice.
How does Cyber Essentials compare to other certificates like ISO 27001?
Cyber Essentials sets a solid security baseline, but it doesn't go as deep as ISO 27001. It's a strong first step for businesses with no certification yet, turning good intentions into a recognised standard. Many of our clients earn Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus, then move on to ISO 27001, which asks for far more procedural and technical controls than Cyber Essentials covers on its own.
How long does Cyber Essentials take?
Most businesses certify within 7 to 10 working days.
Do I need Cyber Essentials to win contracts?
Often, yes. Many government and enterprise buyers won't work with you without it.
What if we're not ready?
Our in-house cyber team fixes the gaps with you before you submit.
Who issues the certificate?
An independent, accredited Cyber Essentials certification body awards it. Petersfield IT Support handles your preparation, guidance and project support.
Other questions
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