Defence Cyber Certification DCC

Strengthening Cyber Security Across the UK Defence Supply Chain

The Defence Cyber Certification (DCC) is a comprehensive cyber security framework developed by the Ministry of Defence in partnership with IASME. It has been designed to strengthen the cyber resilience of organisations operating within the UK defence supply chain.

As defence contracts increasingly require demonstrable cyber security assurance, DCC provides a single, organisation-wide certification that confirms your business meets the required security standards.

At UK Cyber Security Group, we now support organisations in achieving DCC certification efficiently and with confidence.

Start Your DCC Journey Today

Whether you are preparing to bid for defence contracts or strengthening your organisation’s cyber security posture, Defence Cyber Certification is a critical step.

Get in touch with UK Cyber Security Group today to begin your journey towards DCC certification and position your organisation as a trusted, secure defence supplier.

What is Defence Cyber Certification?

Defence Cyber Certification is a structured, risk-based certification scheme that assesses the cyber security posture of organisations working with, or intending to work with, the UK Ministry of Defence.

Unlike previous approaches that assessed cyber security on a per-contract basis, DCC provides a consistent and repeatable certification model, valid across multiple contracts and procurement processes.

This means once certified, your organisation can demonstrate compliance quickly and effectively when bidding for defence work.

Defence Cyber Certification DCC Options

DCC-Assessment

on site cyber security awareness training

£500 – £800

ex VAT

Price depends on number of employees. Please follow the link below to buy online to see each price bracket.

Businesses with a high degree of information security knowledge.

Assessment Only

A free retest, Certification

Does not include Cyber Essentials certification

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Why DCC Matters

Cyber security is now a critical requirement for defence suppliers. The DCC scheme has been introduced to ensure organisations are not only compliant, but genuinely resilient to modern cyber threats.

Achieving certification helps your organisation to:

Demonstrate cyber security maturity to defence buyers
Strengthen your position in MOD procurement processes
Reduce the need for repeated security assessments
Identify and remediate vulnerabilities across your organisation
Build long-term cyber resilience and operational confidence

DCC Certification Levels

Defence Cyber Certification is structured across four levels, based on the cyber risk associated with the work you undertake:

Level 0 – Basic cyber hygiene (low risk)
Level 1 – Foundational cyber security controls
Level 2 – Advanced security controls and oversight
Level 3 – High assurance, defence-grade cyber security

Each level builds on the previous, with Cyber Essentials forming the foundation, and higher levels requiring Cyber Essentials Plus certification.

The required level will typically be defined by the MOD based on the risk profile of your contract.

How the Certification Works

The DCC process involves a structured assessment of your organisation’s cyber security controls, policies, and practices against defined standards.

You will be required to:

Demonstrate how your organisation meets specific security controls
Provide evidence of implementation and effectiveness
Undergo assessment by an approved certification body
Maintain certification through annual reviews and re-certification every three years

This ensures that cyber security is not a one-off exercise, but an ongoing commitment embedded within your organisation.