Cyber Security Services

Protecting Your Organisation in the Digital Age

As organisations increasingly rely on digital systems, cyber security is no longer optional—it’s essential. Open Eye Media’s cyber security services help small to medium-sized organisations, charities, and community groups protect themselves from digital threats whilst maintaining operational efficiency and meeting compliance requirements.

Understanding Cyber Essentials

Cyber Essentials is a UK Government-backed certification scheme that helps organisations protect themselves against common cyber attacks. It demonstrates to clients, partners, and stakeholders that you take cyber security seriously and have implemented fundamental security controls.

Many organisations now require Cyber Essentials certification from suppliers, and it’s increasingly becoming a prerequisite for:

• Bidding on government contracts
• Securing certain grants and funding
• Demonstrating due diligence to partners and clients
• Obtaining favourable cyber insurance premiums
• Building trust with service users and stakeholders

Our cyber security services focus on achieving and maintaining Cyber Essentials certification, whilst building a culture of security awareness throughout your organisation.

Our Approach

Cyber security can feel overwhelming, especially for organisations without dedicated IT teams. We demystify the process and provide practical, proportionate security measures that protect your organisation without creating unnecessary complexity.

Assess Your Current Security Posture – We conduct thorough assessments of your existing security measures, identifying vulnerabilities and areas for improvement.

Develop Practical Security Policies – We help you create clear, achievable security policies that your team can actually follow and maintain.

Build Security Awareness – We train your staff to recognise threats and respond appropriately, turning your team into your first line of defence.

Implement Proportionate Controls – We recommend security measures that are appropriate for your organisation’s size, resources, and risk profile.

Support Certification Processes – We guide you through Cyber Essentials certification, handling the technical complexity so you can focus on your mission.

Enable Ongoing Compliance – We don’t just help you achieve certification; we ensure you can maintain security standards over time.

Services We Provide

Cyber Essentials Certification Support – Complete guidance through the Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus certification processes, including preparation, implementation, and submission.

Security Risk Assessments – Comprehensive evaluation of your digital infrastructure, identifying vulnerabilities and prioritising remediation actions based on your specific risk profile.

Security Policy Development – Creating practical, organisation-specific policies covering acceptable use, password management, data protection, remote working, and incident response.

Staff Security Awareness Training – Engaging, accessible training sessions that help your team recognise phishing attempts, manage passwords securely, handle data responsibly, and respond to security incidents.

Technical Security Implementation – Practical support implementing essential security controls including firewall configuration, antivirus deployment, software update management, secure access controls, and device encryption.

Incident Response Planning – Developing clear procedures for responding to security breaches, data losses, or cyber attacks, ensuring your organisation can respond quickly and effectively.

Ongoing Security Reviews – Regular check-ins to ensure security measures remain effective as your organisation grows and technology evolves.

Data Protection & GDPR Compliance – Guidance on protecting personal data and meeting your legal obligations under UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018.

Secure Remote Working Setup – Implementing security measures for home and mobile working, including VPN configuration, secure file sharing, and device management.

Third-Party Risk Management – Assessing the security implications of cloud services, suppliers, and partners you work with.

Why Choose Open Eye Media?

Accessible Expertise – We explain technical concepts in plain language, making cyber security understandable for non-technical teams.

Values-Driven Service – We recommend security solutions that align with your organisation’s values, including privacy-respecting, open-source, and ethical alternatives where appropriate.

Proportionate Approach – We understand that small organisations have limited resources. Our recommendations are practical, achievable, and scaled to your actual needs.

Hands-On Support – We don’t just advise; we work alongside you to implement security measures, ensuring they’re done properly and your team understands them.

Certification Experience – We have practical experience guiding organisations through Cyber Essentials certification, understanding both the technical requirements and the assessment process.

Ongoing Partnership – Security isn’t a one-time project. We build lasting relationships, providing support as your organisation evolves.

Environmental Consideration – Even in cyber security, we consider environmental impact, advising on energy-efficient security solutions and sustainable technology choices.

Community Focus – We’re committed to making robust cyber security accessible to charities, community groups, and social enterprises who might otherwise struggle to afford it.

The Impact of Strong Cyber Security

When organisations work with us to improve their cyber security, they experience:

Reduced Risk – Protection against data breaches, ransomware attacks, and other cyber threats that could disrupt operations or damage reputation.

Increased Trust – Demonstrable commitment to security that builds confidence with clients, service users, funders, and partners.

Compliance Achievement – Meeting legal obligations and certification requirements that open doors to contracts and funding.

Enhanced Reputation – Recognition as a responsible, trustworthy organisation that takes data protection seriously.

Operational Resilience – Ability to continue working even when security incidents occur, with clear response procedures in place.

Team Confidence – Staff who understand security risks and know how to work safely, reducing human error vulnerabilities.

Cost Savings – Prevention of expensive security incidents, potential reduction in insurance premiums, and avoidance of regulatory fines.

Competitive Advantage – Ability to bid for contracts and partnerships that require security certification.

Getting Started

Improving your cyber security doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. We can help you take practical first steps towards better protection, whether that’s achieving Cyber Essentials certification, conducting a security review, or training your team.

Ready to strengthen your organisation’s cyber security? Contact Open Eye Media to discuss your needs and explore how we can help protect your digital operations whilst supporting your mission.

Together, we can build a safer digital future for your organisation and the communities you serve.