Strengthening Cyber Security Across the UK Defence Supply Chain
Cyber threats targeting defence organisations and their suppliers are increasing rapidly. To protect sensitive information and maintain trust within the Ministry of Defence (MOD) supply chain, the MOD has introduced the Defence Cyber Protection Partnership (DCPP) and its Defence Cyber Certification (DCC) requirements.
As an accredited DCC Level 0 and Level 1 Certification Body, Cambridge Cyber Security is authorised to assess and certify organisations that need to demonstrate they meet the necessary baseline security controls to work within the defence ecosystem.
Whether you are currently supplying the MOD or planning to bid for future contracts, achieving DCC Level 0 or Level 1 are essential steps in proving your security and safeguarding your role in the defence supply chain.
What is Defence Cyber Certification (DCC)?
The Defence Cyber Certification scheme establishes clear, mandatory security requirements for companies working with or alongside the MOD. It ensures suppliers can protect sensitive information, maintain resilience, and uphold the cyber integrity of the entire defence sector.
DCC Level 1 represents the first assured level of cyber security maturity above Level 0 and is required for suppliers supporting MOD activities where assured cyber security controls must be in place.
Certification demonstrates that your organisation has:
- Implemented essential cyber security controls
- Established effective processes for managing cyber risks
- Put measures in place to prevent common cyber threats
- Developed the capability to detect and respond to basic cyber incidents
For many defence suppliers, DCC Level 1 is a requirement for contract eligibility.
How We Help You Achieve
As an accredited Certification Body, Cambridge Cyber Security guides you through the entire certification journey with clarity and confidence. Our process is designed to be supportive, transparent, and aligned with MOD expectations.
Our service includes:
- A structured readiness assessment to identify gaps
- Clear guidance on what actions are required·
- Support in implementing essential cyber controls
- A formal assessment conducted by our accredited specialists
- Issuing your DCC Level 1 certification upon successful completion
Our approach reflects our values protecting, caring, and giving organisations peace of mind through openness and expertise. We ensure you understand each requirement and feel confident that your security stands up to scrutiny.
We also deliver Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus which are pre-requisites (CE for Level 0 and 1, CE+ for level 2 and 3).
As an IASME-accredited certification body, we can assist you or your IT Service provider to audit your environment and issue your Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus certifications.
Why Choose Cambridge Cyber Security?
Accredited Level 0 and Level 1 Certification Body, we are officially authorised to assess and award DCC certifications.
Experts in Defence-Sector Security we understand the unique pressures and expectations placed on MOD suppliers. We make it clear, manageable, and practical. Trusted across Cambridge and the UK we already work with organisations supplying into sensitive and regulated sectors, including defence, manufacturing, engineering, and critical services. Stronger security beyond certification is only part of the journey.
Our ongoing services including audits, monitoring, training, and TechDefence custom packages to help you maintain compliance and improve resilience over time.
Cyber Essentials
CIS offers Cyber Essentials certification to help your organisation implement essential security measures and protect against common cyber threats.
Vulnerability Management
CIS provides vulnerability management services to identify, assess, and address security weaknesses in your systems, reducing the risk of threats.
Phishing Simulation & User Training
Offering you comprehensive user training and phishing simulations to improve employee awareness and reduce the risk of falling victim to cyber crime
Managed Detection & Response (MDR)
MDR is a cyber security service that detects, investigates, and responds to threats in real time using advanced monitoring analytics, and expert intervention
Ready to Begin Your Defence Cyber Certification?
Whether you are preparing for an upcoming MOD contract or want to strengthen your standing as a defence supplier, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
Talk to our team today to begin your DCC Level 0 or Level 1 certification journey.
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