Cyber Essentials
At NetForte, we assist organisations across the UK in obtaining Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus certification. This is a government-backed scheme that helps to protect against the common cyber threats. Another benefit is showing your dedication to cybersecurity practices. Our experienced consultants provide end-to-end guidance so that you meet certification requirements, pass assessments, also strengthen your security posture.
The certification journey has been simplified. This is achieved by way of a structured process. From the moment that our team does assess your current systems to the time when they do remediate gaps, complete the self-assessment, or perform an audit, it ensures that you are fully prepared. NetForte can confidently help you to meet compliance standards as you secure sensitive client data when you bid for government contracts.
What Cyber Essentials Covers
Cyber Essentials focuses on five essential technical controls that protect against approximately 80 percent of common cyber attacks. Our approach ensures each area is carefully implemented and aligned with the latest security standards.
Firewalls and Internet Gateways
Firewalls function as the key barrier dividing systems and external threats. We help to configure boundary firewalls in order to restrict unnecessary traffic. We permit only the services that are approved. Ensuring only safe expected communications reach into your devices or network infrastructure, this control lowers the risk of data breaches cyber intrusions as well as unauthorised access.
Secure Configuration
Default software as well as hardware settings often make systems vulnerable. We work in conjunction with your team so we can apply secure configurations that will remove all unnecessary features. These configurations act to enforce strong passwords and limit functionality to only what is necessary. With cybersecurity best practices in place every device operates and this tailored hardening process lowers the attack surface.
User Access Control
Unrestricted access can result in cases of intentional misuse or accidental damage. A role-based access model is what we implement. This model ensures users access only data and systems they need according to their roles. We lower the risk of internal threats, account compromise, as well as common damage from malware by properly managing accounts with a limitation of administrative privileges.
Malware Protection
Malicious software like both spyware and also ransomware poses real threats for each business. Trusted security solutions are deployed by us for detecting, isolating, along with neutralising malware before operations are disrupted. These tools are configured so that they update on a regular basis and provide monitoring in real time. Your organization also gets strong protection from changing cyber threats.
Patch Management
Cybercriminals often use old software for attacks. Because structured patching routines are what we establish, all systems, applications, and devices receive timely updates. This includes verification that critical updates are applied as well as automating patches where it is possible. Using patches keeps vulnerabilities quite low. This vital step requires maintaining operational security also Cyber Essentials compliance.
Why Choose NetForte for Cyber Essentials
- UK-wide compliance support
- In-house cybersecurity expertise
- Clear and structured implementation
- Fast and efficient remediation
- Long-term advisory and support options
Achieving certification is not just about compliance. It is about building a foundation for strong, sustainable cyber resilience.