Verified assessment
Demonstrate your approach through a verified assessment, with evidence and answers grounded in your working practices.
CERTIFICATION · GOVERNANCE & ASSURANCEGood security goes
Good security goes
beyond technology.
Bring your policies, people and processes together with a structured route to IASME Cyber Assurance, supported by practical preparation that fits your organisation.
IASME Cyber AssuranceA CLEAR PURPOSE
IASME Cyber Assurance
IASME Cyber Assurance extends the conversation beyond technical controls into how your organisation manages information and risk. It addresses areas such as policies, people, suppliers, incident management and business continuity. We help you organise the work, evidence and ownership needed for the assessment.
For organisations that want to demonstrate a broader approach to information security and strengthen confidence with customers and supply-chain partners.
Scheme information: IASME official guidance →
Two levels. A structured progression.
Audited assessment
Build on Level One with an audit of the policies, processes and controls in your organisation.
Prerequisites, assessment scope and current scheme requirements are confirmed when planning your application. Assessment and preparation costs are quoted separately.
THE SERVICE IN DETAIL01 02 03 04
Clarity at every step.
We agree the scope around your organisation. Your proposal confirms the activities and deliverables included.
Readiness & gap analysis
Review current arrangements and identify where your policies, records or working practices need attention.
Governance & evidence
Build a useful evidence plan across risk, people, assets, suppliers and information handling.
Level One preparation
Prepare for the verified assessment with accurate answers and evidence that reflects your organisation.
Level Two preparation
Plan for the audited assessment, including responsibilities, evidence availability and audit coordination.
OUR APPROACHA practical path
A practical path
to progress.
Understand the next step, the people involved and the outcome you are working towards.
Talk through your priorities →- 01
Choose the right route
Discuss your objectives, scope and the appropriate assessment level.
- 02
Review current practice
Compare existing policies and processes with the evidence you need to demonstrate.
- 03
Close the gaps
Agree practical actions, owners and priorities across the business.
- 04
Prepare for assessment
Organise the evidence and support your team through the assessment process.
What are the two levels?
Level One is a verified assessment. Level Two is an audited assessment that builds on Level One. We can help you understand which route fits your objectives.
Do I need Cyber Essentials?
For UK applicants, IASME requires a valid whole-organisation Cyber Essentials certificate for Cyber Assurance. We confirm the current prerequisites and scope when planning your application.
How much does it cost?
The proposal depends on organisation size, the level sought and how much preparation you need. Ask for a scoped quote that separates assessment fees from support work.
Will you just provide policy templates?
Useful policies must reflect how your business works. Preparation focuses on responsibilities, workable processes and supporting evidence, with documents tailored to your organisation.
LET’S TALK ABOUT YOUR BUSINESSStronger foundations.
Stronger foundations.
Greater confidence.
Talk to PENTAGUARD about iasme cyber assurance.