Cyber Security

Cyber Security Services

With cyber threats increasing in both volume and sophistication, Cyber Essentials and IASME Cyber Assurance demonstrate that a business has introduced proven cyber security. Also, the information assurance controls help protect against a range of the most common Internet based cyber threats. 

Cyber Security Services

Guardian Saints is an Assured Service Provider for Cyber Advisory Services and a Certification Body providing professional consultation services to help you achieve your certifications.

If you have a question about cyber security, we may have already answered it below. Check out the frequently asked questions.

We offer Cyber Essentials, Cyber Essentials Plus through our partner company and also IASME Cyber Assurance.

Cyber security is an important tool to protect your data, information, and network. It provides peace of mind knowing your data is secure and protected from malicious threats. Learn more about the benefits of having cyber security here.

Cyber Security Consultancy

Secure your business with our professional cyber security consultancy services. We offer a range of services to help you protect your sensitive data from hackers and cyber criminals. Our specialised team will work closely with you to develop a tailored security plan for your organisation. We provide robust and cost-effective solutions designed to meet your specific needs. Contact us today for more information.

Cyber Advisor

It’s never too late to start thinking about Cyber Security. Not all companies are quite ready to apply for Cyber Essentials certification, so where do you start? Getting your technology in good shape to defend against attacks does not always mean spending thousands.


There are some small but important things you can do that may take a little time to put in place but can be cheap or even free to implement!

As a National Cyber Security Centre and IASME Assured Service Provider, we can supply a qualified Cyber Advisor to your company to help you assess the most affordable improvements you can make to your Cyber Security and help you plan for any projects you may need to strengthen your technical defences even more.


With our guidance, many organisations have been able to attain good cyber hygiene and have then gone further – attaining Cyber Essentials certification.


Every journey begins with a single step, take your first step now and book a 30 minute meeting to explore how our Cyber Advisor service can help you.

Information Security


Demonstrates that your business has introduced proven cyber security and information assurance controls that help protect against a range of the most common internet based cyber threats. 


Data Protection



Demonstrates that the appropriate controls and processes are in place to ensure data subjects' information is managed and protected securely.

Customer Confidence



Assure your customers and suppliers that you are committed to cyber security and working to secure your assets, information systems and preventing

cyber attacks.

Regulatory Compliance


Certifying Cyber Essentials and IASME Cyber Assurance as one assessment shows existing and prospective customers that their company is certified and is aligned to the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).

Cyber Essentials

Cyber Essentials is a Cyber Security certification scheme run by the UK Government’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). It provides the ‘minimum’ standard, that UK Government suppliers are required to achieve in order to secure contracts that entail the sharing of information. It demonstrates to your business partners that you take information protection seriously. Some Local Authorities already require this level of certification; this is the direction of travel.


Gaining Cyber Essentials certification proves that you have achieved the NCSC standard for Cyber Security. Guardian Saints and their partners have the knowledge and experience to support you through the process step by step. We will provide ongoing guidance to help you understand the level of detail required in response to the assessment process. We will also provide guidance to help with policy templates and the implementation of technical changes in order to gain compliance. In short, with our support you will gain a deeper understanding of the process, set you on the right path and provide you with information, tools and professional guidance to achieve certification.


Cyber Essentials Plus

This still has the Cyber Essentials trademark simplicity of approach, and the protections you need to put in place are the same, but for Cyber Essentials Plus a hands-on technical verification is carried out.  This gives you and your clients the peace of mind that your application of the NCSC Cyber Security Standards are effective.


CE+ is appropriate for all small to medium sized enterprises (SME) that process customer, employee, supplier information and/or have an online service or presence. In short, Cyber Essentials Plus is ideally suited to all SME’s and, where correctly implemented, will prevent most common cyber-attacks against these organisations.



  • Up to 20 hours of professional services with qualified consultants whose expertise you can draw on, as required.
  • This is available for a period of up to 12 months from project initiation, meaning that you can improve your security posture at your own pace; we will be available to guide you through the certification process.
  • Once you are ready to apply and meet the criteria, you will gain certification and be allowed to display the CE+ ‘badge’, which will let your customers and suppliers know that you have achieved the Cyber Essentials Plus certification standard.


The Process

IASME Cyber Assurance

Refreshed and rebranded, the IASME Cyber Assurance scheme finally has its time in the spotlight with a new name, a revised logo and a refreshed focus.


The IASME Cyber Assurance Standard is particularly suitable for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs)


The Governance assessment includes the Cyber Essentials and UK GDPR requirements. This standard is recognised as an affordable and achievable alternative to the International Standard, ISO27001


Frequently Asked Questions

  • 1. How long does certification take?

    This depends on the complexity of your organisation’s technical landscape and the allocation of time that you can put into the process. A typical consultant assisted assessment can take 3-6 months for CE and IASME. Complex organisations may need more time to ensure the accuracy and availability of information.

  • 2. Do I have to use a consultancy?

    No you can apply direct to IASME to undergo the process, where you will be assessed by a Certification Body based on the information you provide.

  • 3. Why should I use Guardian Saints?

    We have many years of experience working in the Foster Care sector and understand the typical information and cyber implementations. This enables us to assist with sector specific guidance through the certification process.

  • 4. How much does it cost?

    Support costs for Cyber Essentials certification starts from £980. This cost covers consultancy and assessment support for one registered company, including:

    • Initial scope of the assessment
    • Provision of template policy documents 
    • Review of existing documentation
    • Pre-submission support with preparation and completion of the certification assessment questionnaire for 12 months

    Upon completion a registration fee of £450 is levied for submission and review of the assessment questionnaire/documentation. 

    *Terms and Conditions apply

  • 5. What are the benefits of certification?

    Your customers, suppliers and business partners will have the confidence that you have attained the NCSC’s standard of cyber security resilience. In addition, with IASME, you can also demonstrate that personal information is appropriately protected – aligned with GDPR compliance. More and more Government and Local Authority departments look for Cyber Essentials certification from their suppliers, so it represents a real competitive advantage.

  • 6. Is there Cyber Insurance cover?

    The insurance is inclusive for successful applicants who are UK based with a turnover of under £20M. No further charges are incurred.

  • 7. Why is cyber insurance useful?

    "In the event of a cyber incident the costs to your business and the legal consequences could be significant - cyber insurance provides the services of legal, IT, forensic & PR specialists to help you restore your systems & data, handle litigation, notify subjects, pay fines, penalties & ransoms and cover your lost profits."


    Reference Source: Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers

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