Cyber Security Essentials Certification

Cyber Essentials is a UK Government-backed certification that helps businesses defend against the most common cyber threats.

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What is Cyber Essentials?

Cyber Essentials helps you put the basics of cyber security in place. It’s designed to stop the most common attacks - like phishing, malware, and ransomware - before they cause harm.

What is crest

CREST is a globally recognized certification for cybersecurity companies, particularly those providing penetration testing and other security services.

It signifies that a company adheres to the highest technical, legal, and ethical standards, ensuring quality and competence in their services

There are two levels of certification:

Cyber Essentials (CE)

A simple self-assessment to prove your business has key cyber controls in place.

Cyber Essentials Plus (CE Plus)

A more in-depth version with a hands-on technical audit by an independent assessor to prove your defences really work.

Why it matters?

Cyber attacks don’t just hit big businesses. Smaller businesses are often the easiest targets and the ones that suffer most. Getting certified shows your customers, partners, and suppliers that you take cybersecurity seriously.

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At GoDefend, we make cyber security certification clear, fast, and stress-free.

Whether you need Cyber Essentials (CE) or Cyber Essentials Plus (CE Plus), we guide you through every step - avoiding the jargon, common pitfalls, and make sure you’re ready to pass.

WHY CHOOSE

As your business scales, robust cybersecurity isn’t just a necessity - it’s a competitive advantage.

Cyber Essentials Plus offers enhanced protection and trusted cybersecurity certification designed to support your growth journey.

Independent validation

Your systems are tested by certified experts - not just theory, but real-world validation.

Win more business

Cyber Essentials Plus is often a requirement if you are pitching for new business.

Protect against common threats

Certification covers key threats like phishing, malware, and unauthorised access.

Demonstrate credibility

Show customers, clients and partners you take cyber security seriously.

Expert guidance

Access support from certified assessors to identify and fix vulnerabilities quickly and confidently.

Peace of mind

Know your business is protected and meets a government-backed standard trusted across the UK.

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WHY GODEFEND

We’re compliance experts with real cybersecurity experience.

Our team makes certification fast, clear, and cost-effective for growing businesses. Whether you need guidance or hands-on support, we’ll help you get it done.

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