Cyber Essentials
The Foundation of Cyber Security
Cyber Essentials is a primary objective for any business taking data security seriously. It is a UK government-backed, industry-supported scheme that helps organisations protect themselves against a whole range of the most common cyber attacks. For Datacentreplus, this certification is a baseline that ensures our technical defenses are properly configured and maintained.
What This Means for Our Clients
By hosting with a Cyber Essentials certified provider, you benefit from a facility that has implemented the five key technical controls mandated by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC):
Secure Firewalls: Ensuring only legitimate traffic enters our network.
Device Hardening: Removing unnecessary software and "default" settings that hackers exploit.
User Access Management: Restricting administrative access to only those who strictly need it.
Malware Defense: Utilizing up-to-date virus and malware protection across our estate.
Continuous Patching: Ensuring all operating systems and software are updated within 14 days of a security release.
Simplifying Your Supply Chain
Many UK businesses, especially those working with the public sector or larger corporate entities, now require their suppliers to be Cyber Essentials certified. Hosting with Datacentreplus allows you to check this box instantly, proving to your partners and insurers that your data resides in a professionally secured environment.