The Cost of ‘Good Enough’ Cyber Security Is About to Go Up
π Industry Insight Cyber Security Outlook The Cost of ‘Good Enough’ Cyber Security Is About to Go Up A few years ago, a firewall and antivirus felt like enough. That era is over. π September 2026 β±οΈ 5 min read βοΈ Chris Bell, Sales Director Talk to Us AI Has Changed the Timeline What’s changed […]
Six Months In: What We’ve Been Building at Sophlee
π Company Update Sophlee News Six Months In: What We’ve Been Building at Sophlee We’re halfway through the year, and it felt like the right moment to pause and share what’s been going on. It’s been a genuinely busy six months — new faces, new partnerships, a flagship product launch, and a lot of new […]
Cyber Security for Government & Defence Suppliers
How Sophlee helps suppliers across the UK government and defence supply chain meet Cyber Essentials, penetration testing and monitoring requirements.
How Much Does Penetration Testing Cost in the UK?
What UK penetration testing actually costs in 2026, what drives the price up or down, and three worked examples β general market guidance, not a Sophlee quote.
Cyber Essentials vs Cyber Essentials Plus: What’s the Difference?
Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus both check the same five NCSC controls, but in very different ways. Here’s the difference, with real examples of who needs which.
Everything ICT Approval Expands Sophleeβs Public Sector Support

π Company News Sophlee News Sophlee Approved as a Supplier on the Everything ICT Framework We’re proud to share that Sophlee has been officially approved as a supplier on the Everything ICT framework — an exciting milestone in our continued work supporting the education and wider public sector. π February 2026 β±οΈ 2 min read […]
Enhancing OT Security with Network Monitoring and Log Management

π‘οΈ Technical Insight Operational Technology Enhancing OT Security with Network Monitoring and Log Management In the realm of Operational Technology (OT), maintaining robust security is essential to protect critical infrastructure and industrial processes. Two key components in achieving this are network monitoring and log management. π February 2025 β±οΈ 3 min read βοΈ Glen Jones, […]
Charity Cyber Essentials Awareness Month October 2024

β€οΈ Charity Support Cyber Essentials for Charities Cyber Essentials for Charities: Why It Matters and How to Get Certified Cyber Essentials is a crucial safeguard for UK charities, who are increasingly targeted by cybercriminals seeking to exploit their valuable data and often limited resources. Here’s what it involves, and how Sophlee can help. π Updated […]
Step-by-Step Guide to Achieving Cyber Essentials Certification

π Certification Guide Cyber Essentials Step-by-Step Guide to Achieving Cyber Essentials Certification Obtaining Cyber Essentials certification demonstrates your organisation’s commitment to basic cybersecurity measures. It highlights your ability to guard against common threats, ensuring your operations are protected and instilling trust in your stakeholders. For those seeking a higher level of verification, Cyber Essentials Plus […]