The benefits of improving your Cyber Resilience

Cyber Essentials backed by UK Government

Cyber Essentials Certifications

Cyber Essentials is a UK Government backed accreditation which offers two levels of certification


Cyber Essentials aims to help organisations implement five levels of security controls to protect them against cyber-attacks


Cyber Essentials Plus  - includes implementing Cyber Essentials security controls as well as an on-site vulnerability scan of your network to identify weaknesses in network security providers and applications
IASME - alternative t, ISO27001

IASME Governance with GDPR Certification

The IASME Governance 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





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Guardian Saints Cyber Security and Cyber Essentials Certification Body

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 Governance as one assessment assures existing and prospective customers that the certificate holder is aligned to the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).

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



Protect your organisation from cyber threats


How our certification works

  • Discovery and Scope

    Identification of your critical data assets is the key to managing cyber security threats.

  • Implementing Countermeasures

    Creating an effective controlled environment reduces risks.

  • Supported by Qualified Assessors

    We are not just consultants, we are an authorised Certification Body here to support your application in rediness to achieve your certification.

  • Online Registration to Certification

    The whole process is managed via a secure online portal, respecting social distancing during the Covid-19 pandemic.

  • Complete Assessment

    We can review your assessment before final submission to validate your responses.

  • Certification Awarded

    With guidance and continued support, you can achieve success, providing assurance to your suppliers and customers.

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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 £300 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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