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Defence Cyber Certification Level 0

Defence Cyber Certification for organisations in the UK defence supply chain. Level 0 is the entry level and builds on Cyber Essentials.

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What's included

Everything you need to get certified

  • Assessment against the DCC Level 0 requirements
  • Certification from an accredited DCC Certification Body
  • Cyber Essentials included if you don't already hold it (choose the bundle)

Who it's for

Suppliers whose defence contracts specify DCC Level 0.

Good to know

  • The DCC level you need is set by your contract. If you're not sure, ask your prime contractor or call us.
About the certification

What is Defence Cyber Certification Level 0?

Defence Cyber Certification (DCC) was launched in 2025 by the Ministry of Defence and IASME. It gives defence suppliers a single, organisation-level certification to show in UK defence procurements, independently assessed by an accredited Certification Body.

There are four levels, matched to the cyber risk of the work in your contract. Level 0 is the baseline for very low-risk work: Cyber Essentials plus a small number of additional controls (three at Level 0). The level you need is set by your MOD contract or your prime contractor.

Built on Cyber Essentials

All five Cyber Essentials controls form the foundation. If you don't hold Cyber Essentials yet, choose the bundle and we'll certify both.

Additional baseline controls

Level 0 adds a small set of extra controls on top of Cyber Essentials, assessed by our accredited DCC Certification Body.

Valid for three years

DCC lasts three years, with an annual check-in. Your Cyber Essentials certificate must also be renewed every year to keep DCC valid.

How it works

From contract requirement to certificate

  1. Confirm your level

    Check the DCC level in your MOD contract, or ask us and we'll help you confirm it.

  2. Cyber Essentials

    Achieve or renew Cyber Essentials, the foundation for every DCC level.

  3. Evidence and submission

    Answer the Level 0 requirements and provide your evidence through the assessment platform.

  4. Assessment and certificate

    Our assessors review your submission and, once you meet the requirements, issue your DCC Level 0 certificate.

Questions

Defence Cyber Certification Level 0 FAQs

Do we need Cyber Essentials first?
DCC builds on Cyber Essentials. If you don't hold it, choose the Cyber Essentials + DCC Level 0 bundle.
Which DCC level do we need?
Your contract or prime contractor will specify it. We can help you check before you order.
How long does DCC certification last?
Three years, with an annual check-in. You also need to keep your Cyber Essentials certification valid by renewing it each year.
What's the difference between Level 0 and Level 1?
Level 0 is Cyber Essentials plus three additional controls, for very low-risk work. Level 1 covers 101 controls for low to moderate risk work.
Does one certificate cover all our defence contracts?
A DCC certificate covers contracts that require your certified level or below, so you don't need a separate certificate for each contract.
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