Cyber Essentials Scheme
Protect Your Business & Win More Work
Cyber Essentials is a UK Government-backed scheme that helps you protect your business from cyber threats. Certification not only strengthens your IT security — it also shows clients, insurers, and partners that you take cybersecurity seriously.
At Candy Management Consultants, we guide you step-by-step through the process for basic, first-level Cyber Essentials certification, from initial preparation to successful self-assessment, making it simple and stress-free.
According to The National Cyber Security Centre
Cyber Essentials certification is named a decisive factor in market competitiveness by 69% of organisations
What Is Cyber Essentials?
Cyber Essentials is a baseline certification that helps organisations guard against the most common cyber threats. It’s backed by the UK Government and is overseen by the National Cyber Security Centre. Cyber Essentials scheme explains implementing cyber security controls and is recommended for all businesses, especially those working with public sector contracts and handling significant volumes of customer personal information.
GDPR and Cyber Essentials Comparison
Cyber Essentials gives organisations a practical, budget-friendly head start on meeting UK GDPR’s technical security requirements – especially if you are a small or medium size enterprise. Think of it as your essential toolkit: firewall hygiene, patching, and access controls directly support GDPR’s appropriate measures.
That said, certification to Cyber Essentials alone won’t make your company fully GDPR-compliant. If you handle high-risk data (e.g., health records or financial details), you’ll likely need extra layers like encryption, pseudonymisation, or ISO 27001 – we can help you prioritise these based on your risk profile.
What We Do as Your Cyber Security Advisors
Cyber Essentials isn’t about complex technologies – it’s about getting the basics right. And that’s where we excel.
Initial Gap Assessment
We review your current IT setup and policies to identify any areas that need improvement before applying.
Policy & Support
Our consultants provide the documentation, templates, and technical guidance needed to meet the scheme’s requirements, including instalment of our proprietary compliance platform CandyBox.
Certification Booking
We can help you manage your application process from start to finish.
Ready to Secure Your Business?
How Much Does Cyber Essentials Cost?
Cyber Essentials certification cost varies depending entirely on the scale of your business including employee count. As a boutique cyber advisor company, we charge a competitive day rate and always provide a clear estimate upfront.
Our pricing is simple and honest — designed to suit your budget, from scoping to final assessment support, every hour is dedicated to maximising your security ROI.
Why Get Cyber Essentials?
• Win Contracts: Required for many government and public sector tenders
• Lower Insurance Premiums: Many providers offer discounts for certified businesses
• Reassure Clients: Demonstrate you’re cyber-aware and responsible
• Prevent Attacks: Protect against phishing, malware, and hacking
Why Choose Candy Management Consultants?
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