The UK Government-backed certification that unlocks government contracts and proves your security. Delivered direct from an IASME Approved Body — no jargon, no middlemen, no surprises. From £320 + VAT.
Cyber Essentials (CE), Cyber Essentials Plus (CE Plus), Defence Cyber Certification (DCC) Level 0 and penetration testing — delivered direct, in plain English.
The UK Government-backed scheme covering five core security controls. Mandatory for many government contracts, and recognised across UK industry as the baseline standard for cyber security. Guided submission support included — you only reach the assessor when you're ready. From £320 + VAT, IASME fee included.
LEARN MORE →An independent technical audit that verifies your controls are correctly implemented in practice — not just on paper. Required by government and enterprise supply chains where self-assessment alone is not sufficient. From £1,399 + VAT, IASME fee included.
LEARN MORE →The entry-level certification for UK MOD supply chain suppliers. With a December 2026 deadline expected across MOD procurement, early certification secures a three-year certificate and removes the need to answer ad-hoc supplier questionnaires per contract.
LEARN MORE →Manual security testing across networks, web applications, cloud environments and internal infrastructure. Every engagement delivers a CVSS-scored report with prioritised, evidence-based remediation — not just a list of automated scan results. Contact us for scoping.
LEARN MORE →COMPARE CE VS CE PLUS → WHAT IS CYBER ESSENTIALS AND DO I NEED IT? →
Our accreditations are publicly verifiable. Vincent Cyber Defence is authorised by IASME — the UK Government-appointed scheme owner — to assess and certify organisations for Cyber Essentials, Cyber Essentials Plus, and DCC Level 0. These are not self-declared — every badge below links to our live entry on the IASME public registry.
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Simple, remote, and built around getting you certified first time with minimal disruption.
We review your IT environment and identify what's in scope, clarifying all requirements in plain English.
Our team assesses your current security controls and highlights any gaps before formal submission.
We explain each requirement, review your draft responses, and act as a sounding board. You complete and sign the self-assessment declaration yourself.
You receive your IASME-issued certificate, listed on the NCSC register. Ready to share with clients.
Cyber Essentials from £320, CE Plus from £1,399 — all + VAT with the IASME certification fee included. Fixed pricing, no add-ons, no middlemen.
Most certification bodies open a portal, hand you a questionnaire, and wait. If you fail, you resubmit. We don't work that way.
We guide you through every step — identifying gaps before you formally submit, so you go in prepared with no surprises.
Every assessment is led by experienced UK-based professionals who know the frameworks inside out.
Government procurement deadlines are fixed. We work backwards from your tender date and tell you clearly whether your timeline is achievable — and what needs to happen to meet it.
We aim to be your cyber security partner beyond the certificate — supporting renewals, advising on evolving requirements, and growing with your business as your security posture matures.
All prices include the IASME certification fee. You deal directly with an Approved Certification Body — no resellers, no markups, no surprises.
Every assessment is conducted remotely — no site visits, no travel costs, no disruption to your team. Get certified from anywhere in the UK or internationally.
UK organisations with annual turnover under £20m automatically receive free cyber liability insurance up to £25,000 with their Cyber Essentials certificate. No extra cost, no separate application — included as standard for whole-organisation scope.
// Why It Matters
We work with all sectors — here are some of the industries we commonly support. Click a sector below to find out how Cyber Essentials can help.
Entry-level certification, plain-English support, from £320.
NCSC-developed controls, DCC Level 0, DEFCON 658 aligned.
DfE-aligned, pupil data protection, annual renewal.
NHS DSPT-aligned, patient data, connected diagnostics.
MOD-aligned, IP protection, vendor due diligence.
LAA mandatory, SRA-aligned, PII risk reduction.
"The Cyber Essentials process was simple, quick and well explained. We achieved a first-time pass without unnecessary stress — couldn't recommend them more."
— SME DIRECTOR / West Midlands
"The penetration test was thorough and professional. The report was clear and well-structured, helping us prioritise and fix real risks quickly."
— IT MANAGER / UK Financial Services
"Vincent Cyber Defence guided us through DCC Level 0 in plain English. We're now tender-ready for MOD contracts — completely painless from start to finish."
— OPERATIONS MANAGER / Defence Supply Chain
Client names withheld at their request — references available on enquiry.
Everything you need to know about Cyber Essentials, DCC Level 0 and penetration testing.
Use our free readiness checklists to see exactly where you stand — before you commit to certification.
Cyber Essentials — 25 items
All five controls, 25 items, updated for v3.3 Danzell. Know your gaps before your assessor does.
Cyber Essentials Plus — 26 items
All seven audit areas covered — AV, patching, MFA, mobile devices and more. Prepare for the technical audit.
New auto-fail MFA rules and cloud scoping changes are now live. Complete guide from an IASME Approved Body.
Cyber Essentials · 5 minEverything UK businesses need to know about the Government-backed Cyber Essentials scheme.
DCC Level 0 · 7 minA clear breakdown of Defence Cyber Certification Level 0 and how to get certified.
Pen Testing · 6 minAutomated scanning and manual pen testing are not the same. Here is why it matters.
Talk to our UK-based team today. No jargon, no hard sell — just clear, practical cyber security guidance.