We’re delighted to announce that The PC Support Group has achieved Cyber Essentials Plus certification, an important accreditation that is surprisingly rare for SME’s in the UK, even amongst MSPs.
Why It’s So Uncommon—and Why That Matters
- A recent UK government Cyber Security Breaches Survey reports that only 1% of businesses and charities hold Cyber Essentials Plus. That puts us in a small, elite group.
- Even basic Cyber Essentials certification is uncommon—at just 3% uptake among businesses and charities.
- Among larger companies (250+ employees), 15% hold Plus, and only 28% have standard certification—highlighting how rare it is even in organisations that typically have resources and awareness.
To put it plainly: most small IT providers don’t go this extra mile. We did—and here’s why it matters.
What Cyber Essentials Plus Means
- Stronger, independently verified security
Unlike the self-assessed basic level, Cyber Essentials Plus involves independent, hands-on testing of your systems. This includes malware checks, email defence, configuration audits, and an authenticated vulnerability scan of internal devices - even extending to a vulnerability scan of external networks.
This gives you—and us—confidence that the essential cyber-security controls really work.
- Real protection, real peace of mind
Cyber Essentials Plus helps protect against up to 98.5% of common cyberattacks. That’s not marketing hype—it’s a shield against the threats most likely to hit you. - Trust you can show off
Holding this certification signals to clients, partners, and suppliers that you take cybersecurity seriously. It’s a clear, independent credential that says you’re trustworthy. - Lower insurance risk—and potentially fewer insurance claims
Cyber Essentials-certified businesses see 80% fewer cyber insurance claims, thanks to fewer incidents and better defences.
Why We Did It—and Why You Should Know
As a Managed Service Provider supporting businesses like yours, we believe you deserve more than just promise when it comes to cyber protection.
By investing in the most rigorous certification available to SMEs, we’re:
- Proving our technical maturity—not just claiming it
- Reducing your risk, so you can focus on what matters
- Strengthening our own capabilities—because we can't help others unless we're current and tested ourselves
In a landscape where cyber threats are rising fast and only a handful of businesses are protected at this level, this certification isn’t just a credential—it’s our promise to you.
In short: We’re one of the few small MSPs with Cyber Essentials Plus—and that means better security for your organisation.
Curious about what it took, what it covers, or how it directly benefits your business? Drop us a line—we’d love to explain. Or, book a free consultation today to find out how your business can Cyber Essentials or Cyber Essentials Plus.