Great news—we’ve done it! Neuways is now Cyber Essentials certified! As a Managed Service Provider, we take cyber security seriously, and this certification is another step in making sure we’re protecting not just ourselves but also our customers. The Cyber Essentials scheme, backed by the UK government and the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), is all about making sure businesses have the right security controls in place to guard against the most common cyber attacks—and we’re proud to say we’ve passed with flying colours.
What’s Cyber Essentials, and why does it matter?
Simply put, Cyber Essentials is a government-backed scheme designed to help businesses like ours stay protected from cyber threats. It focuses on five basic security controls that form the foundation of solid cyber security:
- Secure configuration – Setting up IT systems the right way from the start
- Access control – Keeping the bad guys out while letting the right people in
- Malware protection – Stopping harmful software before it causes chaos
- Security update management – Staying on top of updates and patches
- Firewalls and internet gateways – Keeping threats at bay by monitoring network traffic
For us, achieving Cyber Essentials certification means we’ve put all these best practices in place—not just for ourselves, but for every business we support. As an MSP, it’s our job to help our customers protect their IT systems, safeguard data, and stay ahead of cyber criminals. This certification proves we’re walking the talk.
What this means for Neuways
Cyber security isn’t just a box to tick—it’s an ongoing battle. By getting Cyber Essentials certified, we’ve taken another big step in making sure our business and our customers’ businesses are protected from external threats like phishing attacks, malware, and cyber criminals looking for weak spots.
This certification also means we can support organisations looking to achieve Cyber Essentials certification themselves. We’ve been through the process, we know what’s involved, and we’re here to help businesses navigate everything from the self-assessment questionnaire (SAQ) to understanding the Cyber Essentials checklist and implementing technical controls.
And we’re not stopping here! We’re already looking at the next level—Cyber Essentials Plus certification, which includes technical audits and external vulnerability scans to give our security an extra layer of validation.
What this means for our customers
For businesses that trust Neuways to manage their IT, this certification is a huge win. It means we’re not just talking about cyber security measures—we’re actively putting them into practice. Whether you’re a small business or a medium-sized organisation, working with a Cyber Essentials certified MSP like us means you’re getting a partner who takes security as seriously as you do.
Plus, because we’re now recognised as Cyber Advisors, we can offer practical support for other businesses looking to get Cyber Essentials accredited.
What’s next?
Cyber threats are constantly evolving, and we’re committed to staying ahead of them. That’s why we continuously refine our cyber security measures, conduct regular audits, and ensure our security update management practices are always up to date.
If you’re considering Cyber Essentials certification for your business, we’d love to help. Having been through the process ourselves, we understand the Cyber Essentials scope and can guide you through everything—from technical tests to the self-assessment questionnaire.
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