Ve3 Global Ltd

SQL Server Database - Sentinel by VE3

Dedicated/Multi-tenant SQL Database as a Service (DBaaS) instance delivered from PSN Certified Sentinel by VE3. Providing customers with a fully managed and dedicated SQL Server environment, capable of running multiple databases. SQL allows customisation of the environment and is ideal for customers who have specific build or management requirements.

Features

• A choice of Oracle, MySQL, SQL Server or MongoDB
• Comprehensive backups and patching
• 24x7x365 Managed Services
• Delivered from the UK’s first Pan Government accredited cloud
• Up to 99.95% Availability

Benefits

• Lower Opex, Recruitment, Training, Overtime & Tooling
• Increased Agility
• Expanded Team, Focus on your Application, Guaranteed KPIs
• Enhanced Performance, Availability & Security
• Reduced Risk

£175 to £850 a unit

• Education pricing available

Service documents

• Pricing document

  PDF

• Skills Framework for the Information Age rate card

  PDF

• Service definition document

  PDF

• Terms and conditions

  PDF

Request an accessible format

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Framework

G-Cloud 14

Service ID

285907523648631

Contact

Nikhil Alex
02045520840
prime@ve3.global

Service scope

• Software add-on or extension: No
• Cloud deployment model: Public cloud
• Service constraints: VE3s Sentinel DBaaS support for SQL Server 2008 R2 is limited to Microsoft’s extended support. Issues will be dealt with on a reasonable endeavours basis with potential resolution to problems being the requirement to upgrade to a newer version of SQL Server. Customers requiring major version upgrades of the database are only available via an additional professional service.
• System requirements:
  • Connect via an approved network connection
  • Meet the requirements of the associated Code of Connections

User support

• Email or online ticketing support: Yes, at extra cost
• Support response times: Priority Response 1 - 30 mins,; Priority Response 2 - 60 mins,; Priority Response 3 - 4 Hrs; Priority Response 4 - 72 Hrs; ; Support is available up to 24/7
• User can manage status and priority of support tickets: No
• Phone support: Yes
• Phone support availability: 24 hours, 7 days a week
• Web chat support: No
• Onsite support: Yes, at extra cost
• Support levels: Only one support level and all included within the SaaS offering for items under the scope of the service
• Support available to third parties: Yes

Onboarding and offboarding

• Getting started: All new customer opportunities are run as a project, as part of this there is a discovery and transition phase which help identify the customer requirements and bring them into the service. Transition, Project and Service Delivery Managers are also assigned to assist customer into the service
• Service documentation: Yes
• Documentation formats: PDF
• End-of-contract data extraction: VE3 will destroy all live and backup copies of the virtual machine file and data within our control in line with NCSC guidelines and provide written.
• End-of-contract process: VE3 will work with the Customer to create an exit plan and strategy within 3 months of the start of service. This is included in the price of the contract. The exit plan will define what happens at the end of the contract.

Using the service

• Web browser interface: Yes
• Supported browsers:
  • Microsoft Edge
  • Firefox
  • Chrome
• Application to install: No
• Designed for use on mobile devices: No
• Service interface: No
• User support accessibility: None or don’t know
• API: No
• Customisation available: No

Scaling

• Independence of resources: QoS policies in place to ensure secure segregation is in place.; ; All customers and their users must agree to the Acceptable Usage Policy.

Analytics

• Service usage metrics: No

Resellers

• Supplier type: Reseller providing extra features and support
• Organisation whose services are being resold: SQL

Staff security

• Staff security clearance: Other security clearance
• Government security clearance: Up to Developed Vetting (DV)

Asset protection

• Knowledge of data storage and processing locations: Yes
• Data storage and processing locations: United Kingdom
• User control over data storage and processing locations: Yes
• Datacentre security standards: Complies with a recognised standard (for example CSA CCM version 3.0)
• Penetration testing frequency: At least once a year
• Penetration testing approach: ‘IT Health Check’ performed by a CHECK service provider
• Protecting data at rest: Physical access control, complying with another standard
• Data sanitisation process: Yes
• Data sanitisation type: Explicit overwriting of storage before reallocation
• Equipment disposal approach: Complying with a recognised standard, for example CSA CCM v.30, CAS (Sanitisation) or ISO/IEC 27001

Data importing and exporting

• Data export approach: Customers send a specific keypad locked USB HDD (unlock-codes-sent-separately).; The HDD is unlocked then plugged into the first Sheep dip server which is internet outward facing but not internally connected to the Sentinel network. This server runs the latest up to date F-Secure’s AV and Malware protection program against the USB HDD. HDD is then connected to 2nd sheep dip box which is SCC internally facing only. This server runs the latest up to date Symantec End Point protection AV and Malware protection program against the USB HDD. Data is exported to the device securely sent to the customer.
• Data export formats:
  • CSV
  • ODF
• Data import formats:
  • CSV
  • ODF

Data-in-transit protection

• Data protection between buyer and supplier networks:
  • TLS (version 1.2 or above)
  • IPsec or TLS VPN gateway
• Data protection within supplier network:
  • TLS (version 1.2 or above)
  • Other
• Other protection within supplier network: IPS, Use of secure protocols TLS,SSH for services where possible, Private VLAN's to isolate Customer environments

Availability and resilience

• Guaranteed availability: Service comes with a 99.95% SLA
• Approach to resilience: Leveraging Sentinel's IaaS offering the SQL DBaaS is deployed in a highly available, no single point of failure configuration.
• Outage reporting: Monitoring with VE3 toolsets

Identity and authentication

• User authentication needed: Yes
• User authentication:
  • 2-factor authentication
  • Public key authentication (including by TLS client certificate)
  • Limited access network (for example PSN)
  • Dedicated link (for example VPN)
  • Username or password
• Access restrictions in management interfaces and support channels: The Sentinel management estate used by VE3 is a physically separate estate with the same controls and security in place on the multi-tenancy platform. This service like the rest of the IaaS is accredited by the PSN
• Access restriction testing frequency: At least every 6 months
• Management access authentication:
  • 2-factor authentication
  • Username or password

Audit information for users

• Access to user activity audit information: Users contact the support team to get audit information
• How long user audit data is stored for: Between 6 months and 12 months
• Access to supplier activity audit information: Users contact the support team to get audit information
• How long supplier audit data is stored for: Between 6 months and 12 months
• How long system logs are stored for: Between 6 months and 12 months

Standards and certifications

• ISO/IEC 27001 certification: Yes
• Who accredited the ISO/IEC 27001: Staunchly Management and system service limited
• ISO/IEC 27001 accreditation date: 06/01/2024
• What the ISO/IEC 27001 doesn’t cover: N/A
• ISO 28000:2007 certification: No
• CSA STAR certification: No
• PCI certification: No
• Cyber essentials: Yes
• Cyber essentials plus: Yes
• Other security certifications: Yes
• Any other security certifications:
  • ISO 9000-1
  • ISO 20000-1
  • ISO 14000-1
  • ISO 22301

Security governance

• Named board-level person responsible for service security: Yes
• Security governance certified: Yes
• Security governance standards: ISO/IEC 27001
• Information security policies and processes: All our security policies are aligned to and certified to ISO 27001:2013

Operational security

• Configuration and change management standard: Conforms to a recognised standard, for example CSA CCM v3.0 or SSAE-16 / ISAE 3402
• Configuration and change management approach: All our configuration and change management processes are aligned to and certified to ISO 27001:2013
• Vulnerability management type: Conforms to a recognised standard, for example CSA CCM v3.0 or SSAE-16 / ISAE 3402
• Vulnerability management approach: VE3s vulnerability scanning and penetration testing policy documents the process and how vulnerabilities are proactively detected and remediated in a timely fashion
• Protective monitoring type: Conforms to a recognised standard, for example CSA CCM v3.0 or SSAE-16 / ISAE 3402
• Protective monitoring approach: Protective monitoring is carried out in accordance with GPG 13 to level B (Deter)
• Incident management type: Conforms to a recognised standard, for example, CSA CCM v3.0 or ISO/IEC 27035:2011 or SSAE-16 / ISAE 3402
• Incident management approach: All our incident management processes are aligned to and certified to ISO 27001:2013 as defined in HMG Cloud Security Guidance: Standards and Definitions

Secure development

• Approach to secure software development best practice: Supplier-defined process

Public sector networks

• Connection to public sector networks: Yes
• Connected networks:
  • Public Services Network (PSN)
  • Joint Academic Network (JANET)
  • Health and Social Care Network (HSCN)

Social Value

• Social Value:

  Social Value

  • Fighting climate change
  • Covid-19 recovery
  • Tackling economic inequality
  • Equal opportunity
  • Wellbeing

  Fighting climate change

  Our G-Cloud service provision is deeply committed to fighting climate change, recognizing the urgent need for collective action to address environmental challenges. Here's how our services deliver against this social value theme: ; ; Environmental Sustainability in Operations: ; ; We prioritize running efficient operations to reduce emissions and minimize environmental impacts. This includes implementing energy-efficient practices, optimizing resource usage, and adopting renewable energy sources wherever possible within our data centers and infrastructure. ; ; Promoting Sustainable Practices: ; ; VE3 actively engages with our suppliers and clients to promote sustainable business practices. Through our services, we advocate for the adoption of environmentally friendly technologies, responsible sourcing, and waste reduction strategies, thereby reducing carbon footprints across the supply chain. ; ; Responsible by Design Framework: ; ; Our G-Cloud services adhere to a 'Responsible by Design' framework, ensuring that environmental considerations are integrated into the development and deployment of digital solutions. By prioritizing environmental protection and minimizing negative impacts, we strive to deliver sustainable outcomes for our clients. ; ; Training and Education: ; ; VE3 invests in training and education programs focused on environmental sustainability. Through initiatives like the Sustainability Quotient (SQ) training, we equip our teams with the knowledge and skills to adopt climate-smart behaviors and implement environmentally conscious practices in their work. ; ; Community Engagement: ; ; We actively engage with communities to support environmental objectives and promote climate action. By partnering with local organizations and stakeholders, we contribute to initiatives aimed at addressing climate change, such as tree planting programs, clean energy projects, and environmental education campaigns.

  Covid-19 recovery

  Our G-Cloud service provision plays a crucial role in supporting the COVID-19 recovery effort by facilitating resilience, adaptation, and innovation in the face of unprecedented challenges. Here's how our services contribute to the recovery process: ; ; Remote Work Enablement: ; ; VE3's digital solutions empower organizations to transition to remote work seamlessly. By providing secure and reliable cloud-based infrastructure, collaboration tools, and remote access solutions, we enable businesses to maintain productivity while ensuring the safety and well-being of their employees. ; ; Business Continuity Planning: ; ; We assist organizations in developing and implementing robust business continuity plans to mitigate disruptions caused by the pandemic. Our services include data backup and recovery solutions, disaster recovery planning, and resilience testing to ensure operational continuity in the face of unforeseen events. ; ; Digital Transformation Acceleration: ; ; VE3 accelerates digital transformation initiatives to help organizations adapt to the new normal. By modernizing legacy systems, implementing cloud-based technologies, and digitizing processes, we enable businesses to optimize efficiency, improve agility, and remain competitive in a rapidly evolving landscape. ; ; Healthcare Support Solutions: ; ; We provide specialized healthcare support solutions to assist frontline workers and healthcare organizations in responding to the COVID-19 crisis. This includes telemedicine platforms, patient management systems, and data analytics tools to enhance patient care, streamline operations, and support decision-making processes. ; ; Economic Stimulus through Innovation: ; ; VE3 fosters innovation and entrepreneurship to stimulate economic recovery in the aftermath of the pandemic. Through our G-Cloud services, we support startups, small businesses, and enterprises in developing and deploying innovative solutions that address emerging challenges, create new opportunities, and drive economic growth.

  Tackling economic inequality

  We recognize the importance of tackling economic inequality and are committed to leveraging our G-Cloud service provision to address this pressing social issue. Here's how our services contribute to tackling economic inequality: ; ; Access to Affordable Technology: ; ; We strive to make cutting-edge technology accessible and affordable to all, regardless of economic status. By offering scalable and cost-effective cloud-based solutions, we enable organizations, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and underserved communities, to access the tools and resources they need to compete in the digital economy. ; ; Skills Development and Training: ; ; VE3 invests in skills development and training programs to empower individuals with the knowledge and expertise needed to thrive in the digital age. Through initiatives like online courses, certifications, and workshops, we equip people from diverse backgrounds with the skills required for high-demand roles in technology and innovation, thereby enhancing their employability and economic prospects. ; ; Support for Minority-Owned Businesses: ; ; We actively support minority-owned businesses and entrepreneurs by providing access to mentorship, networking opportunities, and resources to help them grow and succeed. Through initiatives like supplier diversity programs and partnerships with minority business organizations, we promote inclusion and diversity in the technology sector and contribute to creating more equitable economic opportunities. ; ; Digital Inclusion Initiatives: ; ; VE3 is committed to promoting digital inclusion and bridging the digital divide by ensuring that everyone has access to essential digital services and technologies. We collaborate with governments, nonprofits, and community organizations to implement initiatives such as digital literacy programs, affordable internet access schemes, and community technology centers, thereby empowering underserved populations and promoting economic equity. ; ; Fair and Transparent Procurement Practices: ; ; We adhere to fair and transparent procurement practices to create opportunities for businesses of all sizes and backgrounds to participate in government contracts and procurement processes.

  Equal opportunity

  We recognize the importance of tackling economic inequality and are committed to leveraging our G-Cloud service provision to address this pressing social issue. Here's how our services contribute to tackling economic inequality: ; ; Access to Affordable Technology: ; ; We strive to make cutting-edge technology accessible and affordable to all, regardless of economic status. By offering scalable and cost-effective cloud-based solutions, we enable organizations, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and underserved communities, to access the tools and resources they need to compete in the digital economy. ; ; Skills Development and Training: ; ; VE3 invests in skills development and training programs to empower individuals with the knowledge and expertise needed to thrive in the digital age. Through initiatives like online courses, certifications, and workshops, we equip people from diverse backgrounds with the skills required for high-demand roles in technology and innovation, thereby enhancing their employability and economic prospects. ; ; Support for Minority-Owned Businesses: ; ; We actively support minority-owned businesses and entrepreneurs by providing access to mentorship, networking opportunities, and resources to help them grow and succeed. Through initiatives like supplier diversity programs and partnerships with minority business organizations, we promote inclusion and diversity in the technology sector and contribute to creating more equitable economic opportunities. ; ; Digital Inclusion Initiatives: ; ; VE3 is committed to promoting digital inclusion and bridging the digital divide by ensuring that everyone has access to essential digital services and technologies. We collaborate with governments, nonprofits, and community organizations to implement initiatives such as digital literacy programs, affordable internet access schemes, and community technology centers, thereby empowering underserved populations and promoting economic equity. ; ; Fair and Transparent Procurement Practices: ; ; We adhere to fair and transparent procurement practices to create opportunities for businesses of all sizes and backgrounds to participate in government contracts and procurement processes.

  Wellbeing

  Environmental Sustainability: We are committed to environmental sustainability as a core component of wellbeing. By prioritizing eco-friendly practices, resource conservation, and carbon reduction efforts in our operations and services, we contribute to creating a healthier and more sustainable environment. We prioritize the wellbeing of individuals and communities in all aspects of our G-Cloud service provision. ; ; User-Centric Design: VE3 designs our G-Cloud services with a user-centric approach, prioritizing usability, accessibility, and intuitive design. By focusing on the needs and preferences of users, we create digital experiences that enhance overall wellbeing by reducing frustration, stress, and cognitive load. ; ; Health and Safety Protocols: We implement robust health and safety protocols to protect the wellbeing of employees, clients, and partners. This includes adherence to strict security standards, data privacy regulations, and compliance with industry best practices to ensure the safety and integrity of our digital infrastructure and services. Promotion of Work-Life ; ; Balance: VE3 recognizes the importance of work-life balance in maintaining overall wellbeing. Through our G-Cloud services, we enable remote work, flexible scheduling, and collaboration tools that empower individuals to achieve a healthy balance between their professional and personal lives, leading to greater job satisfaction and wellbeing. ; ; Mental Health Support: We prioritize mental health support for our employees and clients by offering resources, programs, and initiatives aimed at promoting mental wellbeing. This includes access to counseling services, mindfulness training, stress management workshops, and employee assistance programs designed to support individuals in times of need. Community ; ; Engagement and Social Impact: VE3 actively engages with communities to address social determinants of health and promote holistic wellbeing. Through partnerships, philanthropic initiatives, and volunteer efforts, we support local organizations and projects focused on improving access to healthcare, education, housing, and other essential services that contribute to overall community wellbeing.

Pricing

• Price: £175 to £850 a unit
• Discount for educational organisations: Yes
• Free trial available: No

Service documents

• Pricing document

  PDF

• Skills Framework for the Information Age rate card

  PDF

• Service definition document

  PDF

• Terms and conditions

  PDF

Request an accessible format

If you use assistive technology (such as a screen reader) and need versions of these documents in a more accessible format, email the supplier at prime@ve3.global. Tell them what format you need. It will help if you say what assistive technology you use.