SECURE EQUINOX LIMITED

NCSC-Aligned Cloud Security Architecture, Risk & Assurance Service

Principal-led Cloud Security Architecture by SC/DV-cleared consultants with 20+ years in regulated environments (Financial Services, Defence, Public Sector). Deliver NCSC-aligned design assurance, Zero Trust Architecture, Microsoft 365 security, ITHC management, Security Programme/Project Assurance and HMG accreditation support. Accelerate Authority to Operate through compliance-ready, risk-based architectures and assurance for cloud platforms.

Features

• NCSC-aligned Cloud Security Architecture and Design (AWS/Azure)
• Security Risk Management and Assurance (ISO27001, NIST, GDPR)
• SC and DV Cleared Principal Consultants (20+ years experience)
• Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) design assurance aligned with NCSC
• IT Health Check (ITHC) and Penetration Testing Management
• Strategic Security Leadership and Virtual CISO Services
• Secure Cloud Migration Strategy and "Secure by Design"
• Supplier Assurance and Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM)
• Microsoft 365 E5 Security Stack Architecture
• Digital Transformation and Project Security Assurance

Benefits

• Direct access to high-grade security expertise (SC/DV Cleared)
• Pragmatic, business-aligned security solutions, not just "blockers"
• Rapid risk reduction and accelerated Authority to Operate (ATO)
• Deep understanding of UK Government and NCSC security standards
• Cost-effective alternative to large generalist consultancies
• Flexible, agile engagement model tailored to project needs
• Knowledge transfer to upskill internal civil service teams
• Independent, vendor-neutral security advice and assurance
• Proven regulated environment expertise: Financial Services, Defence, Healthcare, Public Sector

Service documents

• Pricing document

  PDF

• Service definition document

  PDF

• Terms and conditions

  PDF

Request an accessible format

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Framework

G-Cloud 15

Service ID

949931761894112

Contact

Darshan Patel
07916149361
secureequinoxltd@gmail.com

About the service

• Service categories:
  • Cloud Support Services
    • Security Services
      • Security strategy
        • Security strategy
      • Security risk management
        • Security risk management
      • Security design
        • Security design
      • Security audit services
        • Security audit services
      • Other
        • Other

Service scope

• Service constraints: Services are primarily delivered remotely from the UK. On-site working (at client premises) is available by arrangement, subject to mutual agreement and standard travel expenses.; ; Consultant availability is subject to confirmation at the time of booking. The minimum engagement duration is typically 5 days, though shorter advisory sessions can be accommodated.; ; For engagements requiring specific clearance (SC/DV), please provide advance notice to ensure resource allocation. We rely on timely access to client stakeholders and documentation to meet agreed project timelines.

User support

• Email or online ticketing support: Yes
• Support response times: We typically acknowledge all enquiries within 4 working hours. Full substantive responses are provided within 1 business day. Support is available Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:00 (UK time). Weekend and out-of-hours support is not standard but can be provided by prior arrangement for critical project milestones (e.g. Go-Live events).
• User can manage status and priority of support tickets: No
• Phone support: Yes
• Phone support availability: 9 to 5 (UK time), Monday to Friday
• Web chat support: No
• Support levels: Support Levels As a specialist consultancy, we provide a single, premium level of support to all clients. We do not operate tiered helpdesk structures (e.g., Gold/Silver). Instead, every engagement includes direct access to a dedicated Principal Security Consultant who acts as your primary technical lead.; ; Support Features:; ; Direct Access: Clients have direct email, phone, and Teams access to their assigned consultant during business hours.; ; Continuity: You always speak to an SC/DV-cleared expert familiar with your project, not a generic helpdesk agent.; ; Incident Support: Prioritized advice during critical security incidents.; ; Cost Standard business-hours support is included within the daily rates quoted in our SFIA Rate Card. There are no separate "support subscription" fees.; ; Technical Account Manager (TAM) Yes. The Principal Consultant assigned to your engagement acts as your dedicated Technical Account Manager and Cloud Support Engineer, ensuring consistent, high-value advice throughout the contract.

Supplier type

• Supplier type: Not a reseller

Staff security

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

Pricing

• Discount for educational organisations: No

Government Digital and Data Roles

Architecture roles

Security architect

Role level	UK Rate	Offshore Rate
Security architect	£1,150.00
Lead security architect	£1,350.00
Principal security architect	£1,650.00

Solution architect

Role level	UK Rate	Offshore Rate
Solution architect	£950.00
Senior solution architect	£1,150.00
Lead solution architect	£1,350.00
Principal solution architect	£1,650.00

Chief digital and data roles

Chief information security officer

Role level	UK Rate	Offshore Rate
Chief information security officer	£1,650.00

Cyber security roles

Cyber security audit and assurance

Role level	UK Rate	Offshore Rate
Lead cyber security audit and assurance	£1,350.00
Principal cyber security audit and assurance	£1,650.00

Cyber security governance and risk management

Role level	UK Rate	Offshore Rate
Lead cyber security governance and risk manager	£1,350.00
Principal cyber security governance and risk manager	£1,650.00

Cyber security secure design

Role level	UK Rate	Offshore Rate
Lead cyber security secure systems architecture and design	£1,350.00
Principal cyber security secure systems architecture and design	£1,650.00

Standards and certifications

• ISO/IEC 27001 certification: No
• ISO 28000:2022 certification: No
• ISO 9001 certification: No
• Quality management systems (QMS): No
• CSA STAR certification: No
• PCI certification: No
• Cyber essentials: Yes
• Cyber Essentials Certificate Number: 22e8e14e-ebd9-4db4-b276-b07847de51a7
• Cyber essentials plus: No
• Cyber Essentials Alternative: None of the criteria
• Other security certifications: No

Social value

• Mission: Kick start economic growth:

  To secure the highest sustained growth in the G7 - with good jobs and productivity growth in every part of the country making everyone, not just a few, better off.

  Policy Outcome 1: Fair work: That offers fair wages and good working conditions. Help people get a job, stay in work, and progress in their careers, with good employment opportunities across the country. Notes: Where there is a large proportion of labour costs in the contract, commercial teams should consider MAC in Outcome 1 as a priority

  • Payment of more than the National Minimum Wage or National Living Wage (as appropriate) to the contract workforce
  • Support for educational attainment relevant to the contract, including training schemes that address skills gaps and result in recognised qualifications
• Mission: Make Britain a clean energy superpower:

  To cut bills, create jobs and deliver security with cheaper, zero-carbon electricity by 2030, accelerating to net zero

  Policy Outcome 4: Sustainable procurement practices: Reducing carbon footprints, minimising waste, and promoting the use of clean energy and green technologies.

  • Understanding of opportunities for additional environmental benefits delivery in the performance of the contract, including working towards net zero carbon emissions and use of clean energy and green technologies
  • Delivery of additional environmental benefits through the performance of the contract, including working towards net zero carbon emissions and use of clean energy and green technologies
• Mission: Build an NHS fit for the future:

  That is there when people need it; with fewer lives lost to the biggest killers; in a fairer Britain, where everyone lives well for longer.

  Policy Outcome 8: Increasing productivity through physical and mental wellbeing: In the supply chain and communities in the relevant area.

  • Actions to invest in the physical and mental health and wellbeing of the contract workforce

Service documents

• Pricing document

  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 secureequinoxltd@gmail.com. Tell them what format you need. It will help if you say what assistive technology you use.