50skills achieves Cyber Essentials Plus certification for data security

At 50skills, security is more than a priority; it’s the foundation of the trust we build with our clients. That’s why we’re excited to announce that we’ve achieved Cyber Essentials Plus certification, a government-backed, independently verified standard that recognises our commitment to cybersecurity.

Cyber threats are evolving quickly, impacting businesses of all sizes and industries. By achieving this certification, 50skills is not only enhancing our own cybersecurity but also ensuring that we’re protecting our clients’ data to the highest possible standards. Here’s what this certification means for us—and for you.

What is Cyber Essentials Plus?

Cyber Essentials Plus is the gold standard level of the UK government’s Cyber Essentials scheme. While the basic Cyber Essentials certification relies on self-assessment, Cyber Essentials Plus takes security a step further with an independent, hands-on technical assessment. This ensures that our security measures don’t just exist on paper—they’re tested, validated, and proven effective against real-world threats.

The certification focuses on five critical areas:

1. Boundary firewalls and internet gateways – Essential protections that prevent unauthorised access.
2. Secure configuration – Ensuring that all devices and software are set up securely.
3. User access control – Limiting access to sensitive information to authorised personnel.
4. Malware protection – Defending against malicious software.
5. Patch management – Keeping software and systems up to date with the latest security patches.

With Cyber Essentials Plus, every area is reviewed and tested by certified professionals, making it a robust and reliable certification for security-conscious businesses.

What this means for you

For our customers, this certification represents a number of advantages:

• Confidence in our security standards: Cyber Essentials Plus certification is a trusted, government-backed standard. By choosing to work with a certified partner like 50skills, you can be assured that our systems and processes are robustly protected against common threats.
• Enhanced data protection: Achieving Cyber Essentials Plus confirms that we handle your data securely, in line with recognised best practices. This adds an extra layer of confidence that your sensitive information is in safe hands.
• Streamlined due diligence: If your business values stringent security practices, partnering with a Cyber Essentials Plus certified supplier like 50skills simplifies your own due diligence process, allowing you to focus on driving value for your business.
• Compliance support: The certification helps support your business’s compliance with regulations like GDPR, reducing risk and aiding in maintaining a strong data protection posture.

Building trust in an evolving digital landscape

In today’s digital-first world, trust is hard-earned and easily lost. As part of our commitment to our customers, Cyber Essentials Plus certification marks another step in protecting our digital operations and creating secure, efficient workflows. By enhancing our defences against cyber threats, we can help you focus on your goals with the peace of mind that comes from knowing your data is secure.

Thank you to our team and partners

Achieving Cyber Essentials Plus certification wouldn’t have been possible without the dedication of our team and the support of our partners. It’s their commitment to innovation, security, and best practices that has allowed us to reach this milestone. We’re excited about the next chapter and how we can continue to grow securely with our clients.

Ready to work with a certified partner?

If you’d like to learn more about how our HR workflow automation solutions can benefit your business, get in touch with our team today. We’re here to chat about your needs and discuss how we can help create a secure, streamlined experience for your HR processes.