Webinar: Defence Cyber Certification- Preparing for Levels 0 and 1

FREE Webinar: Defence Cyber Certification – Preparing for Levels 0 and 1

Understand the requirements. Identify your level. Prepare with confidence.

Join Secarma for a free, practical webinar exploring Defence Cyber Certification (DCC), how it relates to Cyber Essentials and what organisations need to consider when preparing for Levels 0 and 1.

If you supply the defence sector, or are exploring opportunities to work within the defence supply chain, where does Defence Cyber Certification fit into your organisation's security plans?

For organisations exploring DCC, the first questions are often straightforward. How does it relate to Cyber Essentials? What's the difference between Levels 0 and 1? And what will you need to prepare before an assessment?

Developed by the Ministry of Defence and IASME, DCC provides a framework for assessing the cybersecurity and resilience of defence suppliers. It builds on a Cyber Essentials foundation, with requirements that vary according to the certification level.

In this webinar, Secarma's Jen and Jake will introduce the scheme, explore what preparation involves at each level and help you understand where to begin.

Whether you're responding to customer requirements or planning ahead, our aim is to make the certification process clearer and help you approach your next steps with confidence.

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What We'll Cover

Jen and Jake will explain the foundations of Defence Cyber Certification, how it builds on existing cybersecurity practices and what organisations should understand before beginning their assessment journey.

We'll explore:

• Understanding Defence Cyber Certification: What DCC is, why it matters and how it fits into the defence supply chain.
• DCC and Cyber Essentials: How the scheme relates to Cyber Essentials and existing cybersecurity certifications.
• Levels 0 and 1 explained: The differences between the two levels and what the additional requirements mean in practice.
• Identifying the right level: Understanding how to establish which certification level is relevant to your organisation and its defence contracts.
• Getting your scope right: Considering which business functions, systems and services need to be included in your assessment.
• Preparing your evidence: Understanding the policies, processes and supporting information you may need to demonstrate.
• Working with your teams and IT providers: Identifying potential gaps and involving the right people in your preparation.
• Planning your next steps: How to approach DCC preparation in a practical and manageable way.

Building on Your Existing Cybersecurity Foundations

It's not just about understanding another certification scheme. It's about knowing how your existing security measures can support your next steps.

Many organisations already have cybersecurity measures in place through Cyber Essentials, internal policies or other certification frameworks.

Understanding how Defence Cyber Certification relates to that existing work can help you identify what you already have, where further preparation may be needed and which areas deserve closer attention.

We'll look at how organisations can approach DCC without unnecessary complexity, bringing together the right people and information before starting the assessment process.

Jen and Jake will also explore common questions organisations may have when preparing for Levels 0 and 1, helping you understand how to move forward with greater confidence.

Our aim is to give you practical knowledge and a clearer understanding of what preparation could look like for your organisation.

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Who Should Attend?

This free webinar is designed for organisations already working within the defence supply chain or exploring opportunities to supply the sector.

It's particularly useful for:

• Business owners and senior leaders
• IT managers and technical teams
• Information security and cybersecurity professionals
• Compliance, governance and risk leads
• Teams responsible for supplier assurance and certification
• Commercial and bid teams managing defence contracts
• Organisations working with external IT providers
• Anyone beginning their Defence Cyber Certification journey

You don't need any previous knowledge of DCC to attend.

Whether you're responding to questions from an existing defence customer, preparing for future contract opportunities or simply trying to understand how the scheme applies to your organisation, this session will help you identify where to focus your attention.

What You'll Take Away

By the end of the webinar, you'll have:

• A clearer understanding of Defence Cyber Certification and its role within the defence supply chain.
• A better understanding of how DCC relates to Cyber Essentials and existing security measures.
• Insight into the differences between Levels 0 and 1 and what preparation may involve.
• Practical guidance on considering your assessment scope, policies, processes and evidence.
• A clearer picture of how to involve internal teams and external IT providers in your preparation.
• Greater confidence in identifying potential gaps and planning your next steps.
• Useful questions to take back to your team as you consider your organisation's certification requirements.

Why Learn with Secarma?

At Secarma, we believe cybersecurity education should be practical, understandable and accessible.

Through our advisory, certification and technical testing services, we help organisations understand security requirements, strengthen their cybersecurity approach and build confidence in their next steps.

Our experience supporting organisations with certification and security assurance helps us explain requirements in practical terms, focusing on what businesses need to understand and how they can prepare.

For organisations working within the defence supply chain, understanding certification expectations and how they relate to existing cybersecurity measures can support better planning and more informed conversations with customers and internal teams.

We share our knowledge through free webinars, training and educational resources because we believe that helping organisations improve their understanding of security benefits everyone.

Join Our FREE Defence Cyber Certification Webinar

If you're exploring Defence Cyber Certification or preparing for Levels 0 and 1, this webinar will help you understand the scheme, consider the requirements and identify where to begin.

Join Jen and Jake on Wednesday 11 November 2026 at 2pm GMT for a practical introduction to DCC and the steps organisations can take towards assessment readiness.

Whether you're responding to existing customer requirements or preparing for future defence opportunities, our aim is to help make the process clearer and more manageable.

There's no cost to attend. Simply register to secure your place.

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