Get certified in cybersecurity fundamentals. Protect your business, meet compliance requirements, and win customer trust with an official Cyber Essentials certificate.
Official IASME certificate valid for 3 years
Demonstrates security commitment to customers and partners
Assessment → Remediation → Certification
Cyber Essentials is an official UK government-backed certification scheme administered by IASME. It certifies that your organisation has implemented the five fundamental security controls that protect against 99% of cyber attacks.
While created in the UK, Cyber Essentials is recognised globally and is increasingly required by Irish businesses as a baseline security standard. It's particularly valued by government contractors, larger enterprises, and insurance providers.
| Aspect | Cyber Essentials | Cyber Essentials Plus | CyFUN (Ireland) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope | 5 fundamental controls | 5 controls + external testing | 6 functions, 20 practices |
| Assessment Type | Self-assessment | Self + external audit | Self-assessment |
| Cost (Ireland) | €800–€2,000 | €3,000–€8,000 | Free / €200–€500 |
| Timeline | 4–8 weeks | 8–12 weeks | 2–4 weeks |
| Validity | 3 years | 3 years | 1 year (self-assessed) |
| Recognition | Global (UK-backed) | Global (UK-backed) | Ireland-specific |
Note: Costs vary by assessor and organisation size. Contact us for a personalised quote.
Week 1-2
We assess your current security posture against the 5 Cyber Essentials controls.
Week 3-4
Identify gaps and create a practical roadmap to close them.
Week 5-6
We guide you through implementing the required controls.
Week 7-8
Final verification and official IASME certificate issued.
GDPR and Cyber Essentials address different requirements. GDPR is about data protection and privacy; Cyber Essentials is about technical security controls. Many businesses pursue both.
Typical costs range from €800–€2,000 depending on your organisation size and complexity. We provide a free assessment to give you an accurate quote.
Yes. Cyber Essentials is designed for organisations of all sizes, from solo traders to large enterprises. The assessment scales to your complexity.
Cyber Essentials certificates are valid for 3 years. After that, you'll need to renew through a reassessment.
There's no 'pass/fail' in Cyber Essentials. We identify gaps and work with you to close them. Once all controls are in place, you're certified.
Yes. While UK-backed, it's increasingly recognised by Irish government agencies, insurers, and large enterprises as a credible security baseline.
Understand the differences and decide which certification is right for your business.
Read the guideCompare Ireland's CyFUN framework with the UK Cyber Essentials scheme.
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