PLANNED LINK LTD

Cyber Essentials & Cyber Essentials Plus

Organisations can acquire Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus certifications with our guidance, offering support throughout, including advice on self-assessment and queries. Endorsed by the UK government, these certifications demonstrate fundamental cybersecurity levels. Cyber Essentials Plus includes technical validations, like workstation evaluations and vulnerability scans, representing the program's premier tier.

Features

• Offers a fully managed Cyber Essentials Service.
• Provides a fully managed Cyber Essentials Plus Service.
• Includes Certification Body approval by IASME for Cyber Essentials Plus.
• Evaluates IT systems against the scheme's specified technical safeguards
• Conducts a vulnerability assessment on a selection of IT devices.
• Scans external ports of publicly accessible IP addresses.
• Reviews workstations across a representative sample of devices.
• Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation is valid for one year.
• Upon accreditation, your company’s certification will be publicly listed.
• Features a public register for acknowledgment of your company's certification.

Benefits

• Verifies basic cyber hygiene through a self-assessment process.
• Ensures Cyber Essentials (CE) controls with an external audit.
• Protects businesses from cyber threats with accredited guidance.
• Builds customer and supplier trust in security measures.
• Reduces risks of cyber incidents.
• Meets public sector and government contract requirements.
• Demonstrates commitment to protecting customer data.
• Guarantees privacy, accuracy, and access to information.
• Fulfills prerequisites for securing government contracts.
• Potentially lowers cyber insurance premiums with certification.

£400 to £1,500 a unit a day

• 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

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 tenders@plannedlink.io. Tell them what format you need. It will help if you say what assistive technology you use.

Framework

G-Cloud 14

Service ID

653207478097306

Contact

Christopher Rimmer
07480128616
tenders@plannedlink.io

Planning

• Planning service: Yes
• How the planning service works: We begin with an initial consultation to understand your organisation's current cyber security posture and specific needs. Our team conducts an initial assessment to identify any existing vulnerabilities and areas for improvement in alignment with the Cyber Essentials criteria.
• Planning service works with specific services: No

Training

• Training service provided: Yes
• How the training service works: Can provide cybersecurity and information security awareness training, by sitting down with clients and creating tailored training solutions to assist with ensuring the training is delivered in a way that it is easy to understand.
• Training is tied to specific services: Yes
• Services the training service works with:
  • Tenable
  • Nessus
  • Elastic
  • NAQ Cyber

Setup and migration

• Setup or migration service available: Yes
• How the setup or migration service works: We offer a range of support services designed to help support buyers with the secure set-up or management of their transition to the Cloud or between Cloud Services. Please see our service description for more information and/or get in touch at the contact details provided
• Setup or migration service is for specific cloud services: No

Quality assurance and performance testing

• Quality assurance and performance testing service: Yes
• How the quality assurance and performance testing works: We provide a full testing service either as part of a full lifecycle programme delivery or as a service that you can integrate into your existing cloud programme. Specific requirements are agreed for each engagement. A dedicated named specialist is assigned as a single point of contact for each engagement.

Security testing

• Security services: Yes
• Security services type:
  • Security strategy
  • Security risk management
  • Security design
  • Cyber security consultancy
  • Security incident management
  • Security audit services

Ongoing support

• Ongoing support service: Yes
• Types of service supported:
  • Buyer hosting or software
  • Hosting or software provided by your organisation
  • Hosting or software provided by a third-party organisation
• How the support service works: Our ongoing support is bespoke to each service and each buyer.

Service scope

• Service constraints: There are no constraints, consultancy services are available onsite and remotely.

User support

• Email or online ticketing support: Email or online ticketing
• Support response times: We endeavor to respond immediately to any commercial or service questions.
• User can manage status and priority of support tickets: Yes
• Online ticketing support accessibility: WCAG 2.1 AA or EN 301 549
• Phone support: Yes
• Phone support availability: 9 to 5 (UK time), 7 days a week
• Web chat support: Web chat
• Web chat support availability: 9 to 5 (UK time), 7 days a week
• Web chat support accessibility standard: WCAG 2.1 AA or EN 301 549
• Web chat accessibility testing: Conducting regular research with agents, admins and end users who rely on assistive technology to collect feedback and help us prioritise improvements.
• Support levels: We will provide a support service to meet your requirements based on the demands of your programme and the service you need. Specific support levels are agreed for each engagement.

Resellers

• Supplier type: Reseller providing extra features and support
• Organisation whose services are being resold: NAQ Cyber, Nessus, Tenable, Elastic

Staff security

• Staff security clearance: Conforms to BS7858:2019
• Government security clearance: Up to Developed Vetting (DV)

Standards and certifications

• ISO/IEC 27001 certification: Yes
• Who accredited the ISO/IEC 27001: British Assessment Bureau UKAS
• ISO/IEC 27001 accreditation date: 26/01/24
• What the ISO/IEC 27001 doesn’t cover: There are no exclusions
• ISO 28000:2007 certification: No
• CSA STAR certification: No
• PCI certification: No
• Cyber essentials: Yes
• Cyber essentials plus: Yes
• Other security certifications: No

Social Value

• Social Value:

  Social Value

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

  Fighting climate change

  Planned Link recognises the urgent challenge posed by climate change and is committed to being part of the solution. We are dedicated to reducing our carbon footprint, implementing sustainable practices, and innovating in ways that reduce environmental impact across our operations and product lines. By investing in renewable energy, promoting energy efficiency, and supporting climate-positive initiatives, we aim to contribute to global efforts to mitigate climate change. Our commitment extends beyond compliance to actively engaging with our stakeholders and communities to foster environmental stewardship and resilience.

  Covid-19 recovery

  The challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, have ensured that Planned Link remains steadfast in its commitment to recovery and resilience. We have actively implemented comprehensive strategies to ensure the safety, health, and well-being of our employees while maintaining operational efficiency. Our approach includes enhancing remote work capabilities, and ensuring all health guidelines are followed meticulously. Our focus has allowed us to foster a sustainable recovery, promoting economic stability, and building a stronger, more resilient future for all.

  Tackling economic inequality

  Planned link is deeply committed to addressing economic inequality by creating inclusive growth opportunities and fostering a diverse and supportive workplace. We believe in fair compensation, equal access to professional development, and promoting from within to empower our employees and their communities. We are dedicated to investing in underserved areas, supporting small businesses, and collaborating with like-minded partners to drive positive change. By embedding social responsibility into our business model, we strive not only to succeed financially but also to contribute to a more equitable and prosperous society for all.

  Equal opportunity

  Planned Link is steadfast in its commitment to equal opportunity, fostering a workplace environment where diversity is celebrated, and all employees are treated with respect and dignity. We believe that everyone, regardless of their background, gender, race, or orientation, should have equal access to opportunities for growth and advancement.

  Wellbeing

  Planned Link, firmly believe that employee wellbeing is the cornerstone of our success. We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every team member feels valued, understood, and empowered. We prioritise mental, physical, and emotional health through flexible work policies, and a culture of open communication. Our dedication to wellbeing is not just about enhancing productivity; it's about creating a thriving business where individuals can achieve personal and professional growth. We recognise that a healthy workforce is a happy workforce, and we are steadfast in our commitment to the holistic welfare of our employees.

Pricing

• Price: £400 to £1,500 a unit a day
• Discount for educational organisations: Yes

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 tenders@plannedlink.io. Tell them what format you need. It will help if you say what assistive technology you use.