Case Studies

Client Success Stories

Real results from real clients. See how SimpleCyber has helped organisations strengthen their cybersecurity posture and achieve their business objectives.

100%

Client Success Rate

50+

Projects Completed

80%

Average Risk Reduction

4

Average Weeks to Compliance

Cyber AdvisorCyber Essentials

Brio Research Achieves Cyber Essentials Plus Certification

Challenge

A leading market research company needed to strengthen its cybersecurity posture to protect sensitive client data, meet supplier requirements, and demonstrate trustworthiness to enterprise clients.

Solution

SimpleCyber delivered expert guidance to achieve Cyber Essentials Plus certification. This included a comprehensive gap analysis, remediation support, and hands-on assistance with technical controls. Ongoing security advice was also provided to ensure long-term resilience.

Results

  • Achieved Cyber Essentials Plus certification on the first attempt
  • Reduced critical vulnerabilities by over 80%
  • Increased client confidence and met security requirements for multiple tenders
  • Enhanced internal security awareness and operational maturity

"Simple Cyber's approach gave us exactly the expertise we needed to ensure we reached Cyber Essentials Compliance."

Sue Bellintani, Director
MSPCyber AdvisorCyber Essentials

Service Provider Achieves Cyber Essentials Plus Certification

Challenge

A growing Managed Service Provider needed to achieve Cyber Essentials Plus certification to demonstrate strong cybersecurity practices, protect client environments, and meet procurement requirements from key partners.

Solution

SimpleCyber provided hands-on support to guide the MSP through the Cyber Essentials Plus process. This included tailored security advice, technical remediation support, internal system reviews, and preparation for independent assessment.

Results

  • Achieved Cyber Essentials Plus certification smoothly and efficiently
  • Strengthened internal security practices, benefiting all managed clients
  • Enhanced credibility and met security expectations of larger partners
  • Positioned the MSP to win new contracts and expand service offerings

"SimpleCyber's expertise was invaluable in achieving our Cyber Essentials certification. Their practical approach and deep knowledge made a complex process manageable."

Managing Director
DefenceFractional Consultant

Defence Contractor Enhances Cyber Resilience

Challenge

A defence sector contractor required ongoing security expertise to meet stringent compliance requirements, manage supplier risk, and strengthen internal cybersecurity without the cost of a full-time CISO.

Solution

SimpleCyber provided fractional security consultancy, delivering strategic guidance on risk management, policy development, incident response planning, and supplier assurance. Regular input ensured alignment with MOD and defence industry standards, including Cyber Essentials Plus.

Results

  • Embedded a virtual security function without the overhead of permanent staff
  • Improved compliance posture across multiple frameworks
  • Reduced cyber risk exposure and enhanced response readiness
  • Supported successful bids through stronger security assurance to clients

"The fractional consultant approach gave us exactly the expertise we needed without the overhead of a full-time hire. Excellent value and results."

IT Director
AI StartupCyber Advisor

Cyber Essentials Success for AI Startup with NCSC-Funded Support

Challenge

A fast-growing AI startup needed to establish foundational cybersecurity controls to protect sensitive data, meet investor expectations, and prepare for enterprise partnerships — all while operating within a lean startup budget.

Solution

Through a funded project, SimpleCyber provided Cyber Essentials certification support alongside expert guidance as an NCSC-certified Cyber Advisor. This included hands-on technical advice, risk mitigation, policy creation, and mentoring to embed security from the ground up.

Results

  • Achieved Cyber Essentials certification with minimal disruption
  • Strengthened security culture early in the company's growth
  • Positioned the startup to meet due diligence requirements of future clients and investors
  • Delivered cost-effective security improvements through funded support

"SimpleCyber helped us embed security best practices from the ground up. Their advice was clear, actionable, and perfectly suited to the fast-paced nature of our startup."

Founder
TechnologyPenetration Test

Strengthening Code and Confidence: Penetration Testing for a Software Development Firm

Challenge

A software development company needed to assess the security of its web applications and internal infrastructure as part of its commitment to secure coding practices and client assurance.

Solution

SimpleCyber conducted a thorough penetration test, simulating real-world attacks against both the application and supporting infrastructure. Findings were clearly documented, with actionable remediation advice and a follow-up session to support internal development teams.

Results

  • Identified and resolved critical and high-risk vulnerabilities
  • Improved secure coding practices across development teams
  • Strengthened client trust and supported contractual security obligations
  • Enabled proactive risk management with a clear remediation roadmap

"SimpleCyber's penetration test was professional, thorough, and highly insightful. Their team explained the risks in plain language and worked closely with our developers to ensure fixes were effective and secure."

CTO

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