We’re proud to announce that Daffodil IT has achieved Cyber Essentials Plus certification. This is the highest level of the UK government-backed Cyber Essentials scheme.
Achieving Cyber Essentials Plus marks a significant milestone in our ongoing commitment to cybersecurity, data protection, and operational excellence. As a Sheffield-based MSP, we have attained both levels of certification, demonstrating our dedication to embedding robust security practices not only across our policies but also in our day-to-day operations.
Rising Cybersecurity Standards
As cybersecurity standards continue to tighten across the UK and risks increase, Cyber Essentials is no longer considered a “nice-to-have”; it is becoming a baseline requirement for operating securely.
We often see businesses exposed to avoidable risks such as unpatched systems, weak access controls, and inconsistent security configurations, often unaware that anything is wrong until an incident occurs.
This certification reflects our commitment not only to meeting these standards, but to actively maintaining and demonstrating them across our own environment.
What Cyber Essentials Plus Involves
Unlike the basic certification, which is based on a verified self-assessment, Cyber Essentials Plus includes:
- Independent, hands-on testing of systems
- Vulnerability scanning across devices and networks
- Verification that security controls are properly implemented
This standard is intentionally rigorous, with a significantly higher pass threshold and mandatory remediation of any identified issues before certification is awarded.
What this means for our clients
For our customers, stakeholders, and partners, this certification provides valuable peace of mind. More importantly, it reassures you that:
- We are dedicated to and committed to protecting data – both yours and our own.
- We take a proactive approach to identifying and managing cyber risks.
- We continuously review and strengthen our security posture.
- You are working with a trusted partner that prioritises cybersecurity as part of its core strategy.
In practical terms, it means working with a Cyber Essentials Plus certified business ensures that you are working with an organisation you can trust.
We can help get you there
Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus are becoming ever more important across a wide range of sectors. From healthcare to manufacturing, to construction, to warehousing, these certifications are shifting from “nice to have” to a recognised standard for doing business securely.
Whether you’re looking to gain a competitive edge, meet operational or contractual requirements, or simply demonstrate to customers that you take cybersecurity seriously, we can help get you certified.
Our Cyber Essentials services include:
• Readiness assessments
• Remediation support
• Pre-audit testing and preparation
• Full guidance through certification
This structured approach gives organisations the strongest possible chance of achieving certification first time.
Final thoughts
Achieving Cyber Essentials Plus reflects our team’s commitment to protecting our clients, systems, and the wider digital environment in and around Sheffield. It reinforces the standards we hold ourselves to and shows the importance of maintaining strong, resilient cybersecurity. It verifies that we are prepared for evolving cyber threats and that we provide a secure and trusted service.
