Achieving IASME Cyber Assurance Level 2

We’re excited to announce that we have achieved IASME Cyber Assurance Level 2 certification—a testament to our unwavering commitment to robust cybersecurity, compliance, and IT security excellence.

What is IASME Cyber Assurance Level 2?

IASME Cyber Assurance is a government-backed, risk-based standard designed to help businesses of all sizes improve their cybersecurity resilience. While Level 1 is a self-assessment, Level 2 involves an independent third-party audit, providing a much higher level of verification and assurance.

During the audit process, an IASME-accredited assessor:
✅ Reviewed our cybersecurity policies, procedures, and controls
✅ Interviewed key staff to ensure best practices are followed
✅ Evaluated our ability to protect against cyber threats
✅ Verified that our security measures have been implemented effectively

IASME Cyber Assurance goes beyond Cyber Essentials, covering data protection (GDPR), operational security, and business continuity.

The assessment ensures our risk management, security monitoring, and incident response strategies are aligned with current industry best practices.

 

The Thirteen Themes of Cyber Security Assurance

To achieve IASME Cyber Assurance Level 2, we were evaluated across thirteen crucial themes of cyber security.

These themes ensure that every aspect of a company’s cyber security framework is robust, comprehensive, and capable of withstanding the pressures of today’s digital threats:

1. Governance: We have a solid framework for managing cyber security at the highest levels of our organisation.
2. Risk Management: Our approach to risk management is systematic and focused on minimising potential threats.
3. Asset Management: We know exactly what assets we have, where they are, and how to protect them.
4. People Management: Our staff are trained, aware, and fully capable of adhering to our cyber security protocols.
5. Access Management: We tightly control who has access to what, ensuring that sensitive information is well-protected.
6. Data Protection: Our data protection policies comply with the highest standards, safeguarding client information.
7. Backup and Restore: We have effective backup and restoration processes to ensure data integrity and availability.
8. Secure Configuration: Our systems are securely configured, reducing the likelihood of vulnerabilities.
9. Malware Protection: We employ robust malware protection mechanisms to defend against malicious software.
10. Security Update Management: We ensure that all our systems are updated with the latest security patches to protect against known vulnerabilities.
11. Monitoring: We continuously monitor our systems for any signs of cyber threats or breaches.
12. Incident Management: Our incident management processes are designed to respond quickly and effectively to any cyber incidents.
13. Continuity Planning: We have plans to ensure that our operations can continue uninterrupted in the event of a cyber attack.

What This Means for Our Clients

As an MSP, this certification directly enhances the quality of IT services we offer:
🔹 Stronger Cyber Protection – Your business benefits from the fact that our own internal enterprise-grade security is aligned with the highest industry standards.
🔹 Regulatory Compliance – We have met UK regulatory requirements (including GDPR, PCI DSS, and other compliance frameworks).
🔹 Third-Party Assurance – Independent verification means you can trust that our IT processes are tested and robust. 
🔹 Enhanced Risk Management – Our security-first approach reduces downtime, data breaches, and cyber threats. We share the knowledge with our clients.
🔹 Confidence in Your Supply Chain – Many businesses now require supply chain security validation. 

With IASME Cyber Assurance Level 2, we reinforce our position as a trusted cybersecurity partner, ensuring that your business remains resilient against evolving threats.

Contact us today to help strengthen your cybersecurity posture.