Small organisations from specific sectors in the UK are invited to take part in the National Cyber Security Centre’s (NCSC) Funded Cyber Essentials Programme.
Offer for 2024 now open, small or micro companies working on the development of fundamental Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies in the UK can apply for help.
The programme aims to help small companies and organisations within sectors most at risk of cyber attack with free, hands-on help to implement the cyber security controls that prevent most common types of attacks.
To qualify for this scheme, companies must be:
- a micro or small business (1 to 49 employees) registered in the UK and working on the development of fundamental AI) technologies
And meet the following criteria:
- has not previously participated in the NCSC Funded Cyber Essentials Programme
- does not currently hold Cyber Essentials Plus (CE+) certification, has not been awarded CE+ certification since January 2023 and is not currently in the process of applying for CE+ certification
If your business or organisation meets the above criteria and you wish to express an interest in the Funded Cyber Essentials Programme, please visit the website of the Cyber Essentials partner, IASME: Funded Programme - Iasme