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CERTIFIED.CE · CE Plus · DCC Level 0 · Pen Testing
IASME Approved Body.
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.
OUR SERVICES
Cyber Essentials (CE), Cyber Essentials Plus (CE Plus), Defence Cyber Certification (DCC) Level 0 and penetration testing - delivered direct, in plain English.
CYBER ESSENTIALS (CE) CERTIFICATION
The UK Government-backed baseline certification - guided submission support included throughout.
CYBER ESSENTIALS PLUS (CE Plus) CERTIFICATION
An independent technical audit verifying controls work in practice - required for government and enterprise supply chains.
DEFENCE CYBER CERTIFICATION (DCC) LEVEL 0
Entry-level MOD supply chain certification - mandatory for defence suppliers by 31 December 2026 deadline.
PENETRATION TESTING AND CLOUD REVIEWS
Manual testing across networks, web apps, cloud and infrastructure - CVSS-scored reports with clear remediation.
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IASME APPROVED CERTIFICATION BODY
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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HOW IT WORKS
Simple, remote, and built around getting you certified first time with minimal disruption.
INITIAL SCOPING
We review your IT environment and identify what's in scope, clarifying all requirements in plain English.
READINESS REVIEW
Our team assesses your current security controls and highlights any gaps before formal submission.
GUIDED SUBMISSION
We explain each requirement, review your draft responses, and act as a sounding board. You complete and sign the self-assessment declaration yourself.
CERTIFIED ✓
You receive your IASME-issued certificate, listed on the IASME public register. Ready to share with clients.
IASME FEE INCLUDED. NO SURPRISES.
Cyber Essentials from £320, CE Plus from £1,399 - all + VAT with the IASME certification fee included. Fixed pricing, no add-ons, no middlemen.
CYBER SECURITY WITHOUT THE JARGON
Most certification bodies open a portal, hand you a questionnaire, and wait. If you fail, you resubmit. We don't work that way.
GUIDED SUPPORT
We guide you through every step - identifying gaps before you formally submit, so you go in prepared with no surprises.
UK-BASED SPECIALISTS
Every assessment is led by experienced UK-based professionals who know the frameworks inside out.
DEADLINE-AWARE
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.
LONG-TERM PARTNER
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.
FEES INCLUDED, NO MIDDLEMEN
All prices include the IASME certification fee. You deal directly with an Approved Certification Body - no resellers, no markups, no surprises.
FULLY REMOTE
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.
🛡️ FREE CYBER LIABILITY INSURANCE - UP TO £25,000
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
- →Up to 80% of common cyber attacks are mitigated by the five CE controls (NCSC)
- →Mandatory for UK Government contracts involving personal data or sensitive technical services
- →Free cyber liability insurance up to £25,000 for eligible UK organisations - included with certification
WHO WE WORK WITH
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.
🏢 SMALL BUSINESS
Entry-level certification, plain-English support, from £320.
🏛️ GOVERNMENT & DEFENCE
NCSC-developed controls, DCC Level 0, DEFCON 658 aligned.
🎓 SCHOOLS & MATS
DfE-aligned, pupil data protection, annual renewal.
🏥 HEALTHCARE & LABS
NHS DSPT-aligned, patient data, connected diagnostics.
🏭 MANUFACTURING & SUPPLY CHAIN
MOD-aligned, IP protection, vendor due diligence.
⚖️ LAW FIRMS & SOLICITORS
LAA mandatory, SRA-aligned, PII risk reduction.
WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
"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.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Everything you need to know about Cyber Essentials, DCC Level 0 and penetration testing.
NOT SURE IF YOU'RE READY?
Use our free readiness checklists to see exactly where you stand - before you commit to certification.
Cyber Essentials - 25 items
CE READINESS CHECKLIST
All five controls, 25 items, updated for v3.3 Danzell. Know your gaps before your assessor does.
Cyber Essentials Plus - 26 items
CE PLUS READINESS CHECKLIST
All seven audit areas covered - AV, patching, MFA, mobile devices and more. Prepare for the technical audit.
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