Government Cyber Essentials Funding Package
As of 3 November, the government is introducing a new package of financial support to make Cyber Essentials more accessible to small and medium-sized organisations and increase adoption of these baseline cyber security controls.
What is Cyber Essentials?
Cyber Essentials is the minimum standard of cyber security recommended by the Government for organisations of all sizes. Developed by the experts at the NCSC, the certification scheme is aligned to five technical controls designed to prevent the most common internet-based cyber security threats.
What funding is available?
The package brings together two complementary offers: the Cyber Essentials First Step Fund and the Cyber Resilience Pledge.
What is the Cyber Essentials First Step Fund?
The fund provides a
75% discount on the cost of a Cyber Essentials certificate. It is available to all SMEs applying for their first Cyber Essentials certificate.
What is the Cyber Essentials for Suppliers Grant?
The grant provides a
100% discount on the cost of a Cyber Essentials certificate and access to a Cyber Advisor. It is available to selected suppliers in the supply chains of organisations that have signed the Cyber Resilience Pledge.
When is funding available for the First Step Fund?
Funding is available to micro, small and medium-sized businesses on a
first-come, first-served basis until March 2027.
Am I eligible?
Get in touch with Factory Internet to find out whether your organisation is eligible.
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