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Official IASME Certification Body guiding MOD suppliers from audit readiness to formal DCC Level 0 & Level 1 certification. We combine expert scope mapping with SC-cleared assessor guidance to secure your bid compliance ahead of tender deadlines.
Whether you are responding to a live MOD tender, renewing a Tier-1 framework contract, or aligning with new DEFCON 658 requirements, achieving compliance shouldn't stall your business.
As an accredited IASME Certification Body, Assure Technical removes the friction, complexity, and risk from your DCC assessment - giving you a clear, predictable route to certified status.
Partner directly with the accredited lead assessors evaluating your business. Their deep, primary-source understanding of the DCC framework provides definitive guidance – eliminating regulatory ambiguity and ensuring total clarity from day one.
Scoping errors create friction and audit delays. By aligning your system boundaries with your Cyber Risk Profile (CRP) from the start, we turn complex prep into a predictable, manageable process.
Rigorous assessment requires deliberate, structured execution. By establishing realistic compliance timelines early, we safeguard your framework standing and ensure ongoing eligibility for future MOD revenue.
Defence Cyber Certification (DCC) is the Ministry of Defence’s scheme to boost cyber resilience across the UK defence supply chain. The MoD introduced it after 89 major cyber-attacks in a single year, showing the urgent need for stronger protection.
DCC replaces inconsistent self-assessments with a clear, independent process. It follows Defence Standard 05-138 and the Cyber Security Model. The scheme has four levels – from basic cyber hygiene at Level Zero (3 controls) to advanced security at Level Three (144 controls). All levels start with Cyber Essentials, with Levels Two and Three requiring Cyber Essentials Plus.
The scheme is currently in its early adoption phase, with the MOD gradually integrating DCC into procurement pathways. Although not universally mandated yet, it sets a clear direction for supplier assurance, and early adoption strengthens credibility and readiness for future contracting requirements. The MoD reviews certificates each year and requires full renewal every three years.
As one of the first organisations approved to certify against the DCC, Assure Technical is helping shape how defence suppliers interpret, implement, and demonstrate the requirements of this new assurance model.
For a deeper dive into the framework and its requirements, read our full article: Defence Cyber Certification: Reshaping UK Defence Supply Chain Security
Preparing for Defence Cyber Certification starts with identifying the correct level for your organisation, since this depends on both the information you handle and your role in the defence supply chain.
Once the level is clear, we then carry out a structured gap analysis against the DCC standard, so you can see exactly where your controls, policies, or processes need attention.
From there, we provide a prioritised action plan that turns technical requirements into practical steps your team can follow with confidence. In addition, preparation may involve updating documentation, aligning with recognised standards such as ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus, and refining day-to-day security practices.
Ultimately, with this structured approach, your organisation not only demonstrates readiness for certification but also builds resilience and credibility with both the MoD and prime contractors.
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