Cyber Essentials Renewal For Global Rescue Services Company

Our experts ensured all of their existing security measures aligned with the required standard and delivered guidance for any new measures needed for compliance.

Assessment For Cyber Essentials Renewal

The organisation approached Akita toassist with its Cyber Essentials renewal after we were able to deliver a seamless experience in achieving Cyber Essentials a year before.

We started by conducting an initial gap analysis of their current environment and cyber security posture.

This process involved several key steps to ensure that the organisation’s IT environment was secure and protected against threats:

Evaluating Network Infrastructure: This process included measures like enforcing firewalls at the boundaries between the organisation’s network and external traffic, securing devices used outside the network, modifying default settings to meet security standards, and taking prompt action in response to suspected security breaches.

Checking Configuration: Assessing how systems were set up and whether best practices were being followed, such as disabling unnecessary features or services, using strong passwords, and ensuring the correct security settings are applied.

Reviewing Security Updates & Patches: This step checked if systems were regularly updated with the latest patches.

User Access Control: This ensured only authorised users have access to sensitive information and systems.

Endpoint Protection: Endpoints are devices like computers, smartphones, or tablets that connect to your network. Our endpoint protection involved installing security software (like antivirus) and enforcing policies such as encryption and remote wiping in case a device is lost or stolen.

Findings And Remediations

Our findings concluded that mobile devices weren’t all updated with their respective latest OS versions and in turn, couldn’t confirm their eligibility to receive security support. We also worked with the customer to isolate administrator and standard user accounts to reduce the attack surface; all possible points where unauthorised accessed could be gained.

Results Of Cyber Essentials Renewal

After renewing its accreditation, the organisation continued to drive their image as a partner that takes cyber security seriously. Holding accreditation gives them easy access to the business deals they want and showcases to their current customers their commitment to upholding tight security measures.