The first thing you need to do to achieve Cyber Essentials Plus certification is to gain Cyber Essentials certification.
You will then be audited (either remotely or on-site) by a certification body, such as URM Consulting. If the audit reveals no gaps, you will be awarded the Cyber Essentials Plus certification.
If there are gaps identified, you will have 15 days to fix them and go through the assessment again. If you do not pass this time, you will need to make a fresh application and pay for it again.

Cyber Security and the Board: A Sign of What’s to Come
URM’s blog explains recent amendments to the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill, how they align with broader regulatory shifts, & practical steps to prepare.
URM’s blog explains the recent open letter to suppliers issued by the NHS, what it means, why it matters, and the practical steps you can take to prepare.
URM’s blog explores the importance of cyber resilience & the steps organisations can take to prepare for and mitigate the impact of a cyber incident.
URM’s blog explores common weaknesses in organisations’ security programmes, & outlines practical, cost-effective measures to reduce the likelihood of a breach

