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SMB1001: A Recognised Cyber Security Standard
Indroducing
smb1001
SMB1001 is an international cyber security standard for small and medium-sized businesses. It is practical, achievable, and focused on real-world protection, ensuring your business is protected against ever-changing cyber threats. CyberCert provides a New Zealand recognised certification built around SMB1001, continuously assessing, auditing, and reporting on your business’s cybersecurity.
What are the Benefits?
Peace of mind knowing your business is secure
Additional support when negotiating insurance premiums
A recognised certificate to showcase your high standards to your clients and partners
A live, progressive framework that grows from level to level with your business
How can VisionLab support you with this process?
Step 1 - Understanding your Business
- For new clients, we start by learning how your business operates and what your goals are.
- You gain a clear understanding of SMB1001 and how it applies to your business.
Step 2 - GAP Assessment
- We conduct a full assessment of your cybersecurity framework to identify your needs and what may be missing.
- We explain the requirements at each certification level and help you choose the right starting point for your business.
Step 3 - Plan & Implement
- We recommend and implement the actions needed to achieve your selected certification level.
Step 4 - Ongoing Support
- With cybersecurity constantly evolving, we'll guide you through maintaining your certification and plan next steps to progress to higher levels over time.
Verification Check
Use CyberCert's online verification lookup tool to quickly confirm whether a business is certified.
Certification Levels
CyberCert offers five certification levels, allowing you to start at a level that suits your business size, risk, and industry. Each level builds on the one before it, adding more security controls and assurance as your business grows or your risk profile changes.
Bronze
For small businesses with low cyber risk exposure. Designed to provide baseline cyber hygiene for any business with an internet connection.
Silver
For businesses requiring enhanced cyber security. Designed to provide cyber-insurable protection for businesses facing moderate risk.
Gold
For compliance-heavy industries such as finance, healthcare, and retail. Providing advanced cyber security measures for businesses with higher compliance requirements.
Platinum
For high-risk sectors such as critical infrastructure, defense, and government. Designed to provide comprehensive cyber security controls for businesses in critical sectors.
Diamond
For highest-risk sectors such as critical infrastructure, defense, and government. Designed to provide the most comprehensive controls for businesses requiring the highest level of assurance.
For more information on the certification levels, feel free to get in touch with us or visit the CyberCert website using the link below, and head to the Key Details section.