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NCSC Cyber Series · Oct 22, 2025 · 41 min

Cyber Essentials

In this episode of Cyber Series, we explore the foundations of effective cyber security with experts Mary Haigh (BAE Systems), Emma Philpott (IASME Consortium), and Chris Ensor (NCSC). They discuss the purpose of Cyber Essentials, the five core technical controls, and why “getting the basics right” remains a challenge for organisations of all sizes. From practical implementation tips to tackling ransomware and myths around Cyber Essentials, this episode highlights how businesses and government can work together to build resilient cyber practices. Learn how Cyber Essentials helps organisations protect themselves and their supply chains, and what the future holds for this vital UK standard.

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In this episode of Cyber Series, we explore the foundations of effective cyber security with experts Mary Haigh (BAE Systems), Emma Philpott (IASME Consortium), and Chris Ensor (NCSC).

They discuss the purpose of Cyber Essentials, the five core technical controls, and why “getting the basics right” remains a challenge for organisations of all sizes.

From practical implementation tips to tackling ransomware and myths around Cyber Essentials, this episode highlights how businesses and government can work together to build resilient cyber practices. Learn how Cyber Essentials helps organisations protect themselves and their supply chains, and what the future holds for this vital UK standard.

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