Cyber Essential Certification

[FN-GM]

From what i understand, Google sees MFA as on or off and no conditional access rules.

 

There is the ability for users to tick the "Don't ask again on this device" (which is actually browser) which adds the browser to the list of trusted devices.

 

Maybe use another MFA provider then?

[MS2011]

We're using the questions as a list of things we need to fix before we even try applying; you only have 14 days from failure to fix things and re-apply for free, otherwise you have to pay again.

 

Better to not submit until you're reasonably confident you've done what you can see needs doing, first.

 

Do you know the fee for the cyber essentials?

[Devontechie]

Do you know the fee for the cyber essentials?

The latest prices are here on the NCSC website. https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/information/cyber-essentials-prices-2022

[GrumbleDook]

We too were part of the DfE / RPA Pilot Scheme which started last year, though we didn't complete and pass Cyber Essentials until just before Summer with the DfE providing us with additional assistance from Education Data Hub.

 

This was with the original CE schema. But as many have mentioned, the expanded 'scope' to pass CE now is significantly larger and wider reaching. An element of the DfE / RPA scheme was to also better understand any obstacles schools may have (e.g., lack of skills, associated financial costs, personnel) to pass and obtain Cyber Essentials Accreditation. Or indeed, if CE is suitable for education at all and an alternative accreditation scheme would better suited?

 

I know that Marie Kearney, who helped us, was scheduled to work with schools using the new schema and we'll be keeping in contact with Education Data Hub to prepare for our renewal next year. Although based on current requirements will be difficult to achieve.

 

If you/r school are looking for CE assistance or guidance, I would certainly recommend contacting Education Data Hub. ([email protected])

 

I'd second this. A fantastic team and will go out of their way to help.