Cyber Essentials @ SolarNet


Cyber Essentials is a certification that helps demonstrate a commitment to cyber security and reassures your customers and staff that you are working to protect your IT against cyber attacks. The certificate requires annual renewal and encourages you to continuously adapt your defences against the latest cyber security threats.

At SolarNet we have an experienced advisory team that can help you navigate your way through the certification process, gather the appropriate information all without the complexities of the jargon that often comes with understanding how this can be achieved.



We offer a straight forward approach to cyber security certification underpinned by our knowledge and expertise in this sector.



The Cyber Essentials standard is based on five key controls.










Firewalls & Gateways

Prevent unauthorised access to your networks









Endpoint Protection

Stop malware from infecting your systems









Secure Configuration

Configure your systems with security best practices in mind









Access Control

Assign appropriate privileges to your users to avoid unauthorised access to data









Patch Management

Automatic updates keeping your systems security updated to reduce the risks of vulnerabilities being exploited


What's the benefits of being Cyber Essentials certified?


    Helps Secure Your IT

    Provides assurance to customers and staff that you are taking appropriate measures to secure your IT infrastructure.

    Demonstrates Commitment

    Helps you guard against the most common cyber threats and demonstrate your commitment to cyber security.

    Gain Clarity Over Security

    Gives you a clear picture of your organisation's cyber security level.

    Free Cyber Security Insurance

    You could be eligible for £25,000 free cyber insurance.