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Audit · Consultation · Training
5 CSA domains · HIMS/HIA specialist · ESG/EDG grant managed
Audits
Baseline gap assessment · Network audit · HIMS/HIA compliance audit · ICT vendor audit · Pre-cert readiness.
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Full certification · HIMS/HIA support · Cyber Trust Mark upgrade · Policy suite · ISO 27001 integration · Annual renewal.
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Staff awareness (EN/中文) · Technical workshop · Leadership governance · Industry-specific programmes.
Explore training →What is the CSA Cyber Essentials Mark?
Singapore's national baseline cybersecurity certification — five foundational domains
Asset Management (AM)
Inventory and classification of hardware, software, and data assets.
Secure Configuration (SC)
Hardening of devices, systems, and services. Removing default credentials.
Software Security (SS)
Patch management, vulnerability remediation, secure software deployment.
Access Control (AC)
Least privilege, MFA, privileged account management.
Malware Protection (MP)
Anti-malware deployment, endpoint detection, email/web gateway protection.
HIMS Vendor & HIA Entity requirement
MOH & HSA designate CSA Cyber Essentials as accepted baseline for HIMS vendors and HIA entities. Non-certified vendors risk disqualification.
50% ESG / EDG grant co-funding — up to 50% of Cyber Essentials consultation costs
Enterprise Singapore's EDG and PSG cover qualifying cybersecurity consultation fees for eligible SMEs. ICFC manages your grant application before project commencement. Combined engagements maximise total co-funding. Transparent fixed pricing.
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Cyber Essentials vs Cyber Trust Mark — which is right for you?
| Criteria | CSA Cyber Essentials Mark | CSA Cyber Trust Mark |
|---|---|---|
| Target organisations | SMEs, HIMS vendors, ICT vendors, HIA entities | Large enterprises, CII operators, complex IT/OT |
| Assessment method | Self-Assessment Questionnaire with assessor review | Independent third-party assessment, 5 Pillars, 200+ controls |
| Coverage domains | 5 domains (AM, SC, SS, AC, MP) | 5 Pillars: Asset, Govern, Identify, Protect, Respond |
| Mandatory for HIMS vendors | ✓ Required by MOH | Optional — advanced pathway |
| Mandatory for HIA entities | ✓ Required under HIA framework | Optional — advanced pathway |
| ESG/EDG grant eligible | ✓ Yes — up to 50% | ✓ Yes — up to 50% |
| Typical timeline | 4–8 weeks | 3–6 months |
ICFC recommendation: Most Singapore SMEs, HIMS vendors, ICT vendors, and HIA entities should start with Cyber Essentials. CII operators and large enterprises targeting CTM directly — ICFC's integrated programme ensures Cyber Essentials work never wasted.
Chief Financial Officer
Regional Private Clinic Group
"ICFC guided our clinic group through full Cyber Essentials certification including HIA compliance in under 6 weeks. Their HIMS vendor expertise is unmatched, and they managed our ESG grant seamlessly."
Director of Technology
ICT Solutions Vendor
"Cyber Essentials was non-negotiable for our procurement qualification. ICFC delivered in 5 weeks, helped us claim 50% via EDG grant, and upskilled our IT team. Truly budget-friendly."
FAQs — CSA Cyber Essentials Mark
Frequently asked questions about Cyber Essentials certification in Singapore
Start your CSA Cyber Essentials journey today
Free 30-minute cybersecurity readiness assessment. Honest gap analysis against CSA Cyber Essentials. ESG/EDG grant eligibility check included. HIMS vendor, HIA entity, and ICT vendor specialists.