Cyber Security Audit
Free Cyber Security Audit for SMEs
A guide to help you assess your cyber security measures and identify areas for improvement with our help.
Don't let your business fall victim to cyber criminals who can steal your data, disrupt your operations, and ruin your reputation. A cyber security audit can help you protect your assets and your customers' trust.
Cyber security is essential for any business, regardless of its size or sector. Cyber-attacks can cause significant financial and reputational damage, as well as legal and regulatory consequences.
A cyber security audit is a process of evaluating your current cyber security practices and identifying any gaps or weaknesses that could expose you to cyber threats.
A cyber security audit can help you to:
- Understand your cyber risks and how to mitigate them.
- Improve your cyber resilience and recovery capabilities.
- Demonstrate your commitment to cyber security to your customers, suppliers, and stakeholders.
- Comply with relevant laws and standards, such as the General Data Protection Regulation
(GDPR).
This document will outline whats involved in carrying out a free cyber security audit for your business with the assistance of B.I.S. Solutions Ltd, a provider of I.T. products, support and cyber security services and solutions.
Cyber Essentials is a UK government-backed scheme that helps organisations to protect themselves against common cyber-attacks. The scheme provides a set of five technical controls that can prevent most cyber-attacks. These are:
- Secure your internet connection
- Secure your devices and software
- Protect your data from malware
- Control access to your data and services
How will B.I.S. Solutions Ltd conduct a free cyber security audit?
We review your current systems based on the Cyber Essentials certification process. We will be able to assess your current level of cyber security and identify any areas for improvement. You can choose to continue to work with us to apply for the Cyber Essentials certification. This enables you to demonstrate your cyber security credentials to your customers and suppliers.
To claim your free cyber security audit for your small business, you will need to follow these steps:
1. Contact us and request a free cyber security audit. You can reach us by phone at 01621 732404 or by emailing sales@bissolutionsco.uk
2. Arrange a remote or onsite appointment with one of our cyber security specialists.
3. We will send you a basic questionnaire by email to make sure we have all the information we require to complete your audit.
4. Send us your completed questionnaire and we will review your answers.
5. Meet with you to carry out the cyber security audit.
6. Review your responses to identify any gaps or weaknesses in your cyber security. We will provide you with feedback and guidance on how to improve your cyber security for each technical control. We will also suggest the best solutions and services that we can offer to help you implement the technical controls.
7. Choose to continue to work with B.I.S. Solutions Ltd with services that suit your needs and budget, and we will help you implement the technical controls. We can provide you with expert advice, support, and training, as well as the necessary hardware and software to help you secure your internet connection, devices, software, data and services.
8. Re-assess your cyber security after implementing the technical controls, and check if you meet the requirements of the Cyber Essentials scheme.
Next Steps
Use the cyber security audit to apply for the Cyber Essentials certification if you meet the requirements and want to demonstrate your cyber security credentials. We will help you submit your application to the certification body, who will verify your answers and issue you with a certificate. They will provide you with a Cyber Essentials badge that you can display on your
website and marketing materials.
A cyber security audit is a valuable exercise for any business, as it can help you to understand your cyber risks and improve your cyber resilience. A cyber security audit can help you to protect your business from cyber threats and enhance your reputation.