The Cyber Essentials Certification Preparation project is designed to help Acuity PPM align with the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) standards for cybersecurity. The primary goal is to prepare Acuity PPM for the Cyber Essentials certification by April 2025, ensuring robust data security practices. This project will enhance client trust and ensure compliance with industry standards. Learners will apply their knowledge of cybersecurity principles to assess Acuity PPM's current security measures, identify gaps, and propose improvements. The project involves understanding the Cyber Essentials requirements, conducting a security audit, and developing a roadmap for achieving certification. By focusing on these tasks, learners will gain practical experience in cybersecurity compliance and risk management.

The deliverables for this project include a comprehensive security audit report, a gap analysis document, and a detailed roadmap for achieving Cyber Essentials certification. Additionally, learners will provide a presentation summarizing their findings and recommendations. These deliverables will demonstrate the learners' ability to apply cybersecurity knowledge to real-world scenarios and prepare Acuity PPM for successful certification.