The Cyber Security Membership for SMEs in the North East
The North East Cyber Resilience Centre (“NECRC”) helps small and medium-sized businesses, charities, and public sector organisations improve their cyber security.
The NECRC is part of the National Cyber Resilience Centre Group (“NCRCG”), a not-for-profit organisation supported by the Home Office, policing and National Ambassador partners.
Integral to NCRCG’S reach are nine regional Cyber Resilience Centres (“CRCs”).
The CRC network was established to strengthen the cyber resilience and security of SMEs.
The NECRC, along with Cyber Resilience Centres across England and Wales, provides a free membership which includes cyber security guidance and practical support to help businesses strengthen their defences against cyber threats.
These services are funded by the Home Office, backed by UK policing and delivered in partnership with trusted regional universities.
NECRC’s Free Core Membership is more than an informative newsletter. Designed for SMEs from all different industries, NECRC take you on a journey for upwards of 12 months to improve your business’s cyber resilience.
Included in the membership you will receive:
- Welcome Pack
- Monthly E-newsletter containing information about the latest threats and guidance relating to fraud and cybercrime
- Resources to help you protect yourself and your business against cyber threats
- Networking links to Police Cyber and Fraud Protection Officers – delivering a range of services locally
- Full briefing about our specialist cyber resilience services and how they can be tailored for you and your SME
- Up-to-date versions of the National Cyber Security Centre’s guidance & complementary supplements
- A free risk check and bespoke recommendations to help you mitigate any risks you are under threat from
Sign up for your free membership here
The Cyber Security Membership for SMEs in the North East
The North East Cyber Resilience Centre (“NECRC”) helps small and medium-sized businesses, charities, and public sector organisations improve their cyber security.
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