Mobile Device Security Made Easy: The Subsidium Solution to Cyber Essentials

In today’s fast-evolving digital landscape, cybersecurity isn’t just an IT issue, it’s a fundamental business necessity. At Subsidium, we understand that achieving Cyber Essentials certification can feel overwhelming, especially when mobile devices are part of the equation. But don’t worry, this is where our expertise transforms your cybersecurity nightmare into a manageable and rewarding journey.

So, what is Cyber Essentials, and why should it matter to your business in 2025? Let’s break it down.

What Is Cyber Essentials?

Cyber Essentials is a government-backed certification scheme developed by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) to help organisations protect themselves from the most common types of cyber-attacks. Cyber Essentials is designed to safeguard your business from external threats while reinforcing internal processes and with cybercrime affecting millions of UK businesses annually, the importance of these protective measures cannot be overstated.

Certification comes in two options: Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus. The first involves a self-assessment and independent audit, while the latter includes more rigorous technical testing. Both are effective, but which one you choose depends on your organisation’s needs and ambitions.

Why Is Cyber Essentials So Important?

The statistics speak for themselves. The NCSC reported a 16% rise in hostile cyber activities in 2024 compared to 2023, indicating a growing frequency and sophistication of cyber threats.

In 2023, UK businesses faced a staggering 7.7 million cybercrimes. Yet organisations with Cyber Essentials certification experienced 92% fewer insurance claims for cyber-related incidents. Beyond protection, certification can also offer a competitive edge – 69% of certified businesses report enhanced marketability and trust among customers and partners.

This year, as businesses increasingly rely on mobile technology, securing those devices has become more complex and critical. Laptops and desktops are straightforward to secure due to their uniformity, but mobile devices—with their variety of operating systems, apps, and configurations—introduce a host of challenges. This is especially true for organisations embracing BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) policies, where personal devices are used to access work data.

Simplifying Cyber Essentials for Mobile Devices

When it comes to securing traditional IT hardware like desktops and servers, the process is often straightforward. But mobile devices add layers of complexity due to their fragmented nature. This is where partnering with a specialist Managed Service Provider (MSP) like Subsidium makes all the difference.

At Subsidium, we specialise in Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) and Mobile Threat Defence (MTD) solutions to ensure that mobile devices meet Cyber Essentials requirements. Our approach is designed not just to help you achieve compliance, but to maintain it seamlessly year-round.

The Mobile Management Pain Point:

Here’s the thing, while many organisations try to handle mobile device security in-house, the reality is that IT teams often don’t want the headache. Mobile devices are notoriously difficult to manage, and that’s why many IT teams hate dealing with them. That’s where Subsidium comes in. We take the burden off your internal IT team, handling everything from configuration and updates to malware protection and threat monitoring, so your team can focus on the tasks that matter most. We specialise in managing mobile devices, so you don’t have to.

For instance, when it comes to secure configuration, we deploy EMM tools to enforce strong password policies, restrict unnecessary apps, and ensure devices are configured with security as a priority. This includes everything, from integrating with Microsoft Entra ID (or other SAML-based IdP’s), to controlling app installations and ensuring users authenticate before accessing sensitive data. By eliminating vulnerabilities, we create a secure foundation for your mobile fleet.

User access is another critical area. We work closely with your organisation to manage who can access systems and what data they can see. This includes remotely wiping corporate data from lost or compromised devices and ensuring that only authorised users have the appropriate access levels.

Malware protection is built into our solutions, with robust measures to prevent malicious software from infiltrating your devices. Whether it’s restricting app downloads, blocking unapproved attachments, or mandating the use of secure apps like Outlook for email, we keep your mobile devices safe from cyber threats.

Keeping software up to date is often a pain point for businesses, but it’s one we handle effortlessly. By monitoring OS compliance, automating updates, and isolating unsupported devices, we ensure that your mobile devices remain secure and functional without disrupting day-to-day operations.

The Added Power of Mobile Threat Defence

While EMM provides the foundation for mobile security, adding Mobile Threat Defence takes it to the next level. MTD solutions proactively monitor devices for insecure Wi-Fi networks, malicious app downloads, phishing attempts, and outdated operating systems. By integrating EMM with an IdP that supports conditional access and an MTD solution, we ensure that devices falling out of compliance are automatically blocked from accessing corporate systems. This real-time response offers excellent protection against emerging threats.

Compliance Without the Headaches

Achieving Cyber Essentials certification doesn’t have to be a daunting process. With Subsidium by your side, you gain access to a team of experts dedicated to simplifying mobile security and maintaining compliance for the long term. We handle the complexities so you can focus on what matters most, running your business.

From managing updates and monitoring threats to providing ongoing support, Subsidium ensures that your mobile property is not only compliant but optimised for success. Let us take the stress out of cybersecurity and give you the confidence to thrive in 2025.

Ready to make Cyber Essentials certification a reality? Visit www.subsidium-ms.com to learn more about how we can help.