What Assure Technical does

Assure Technical Limited is a privately held UK cybersecurity services company founded in 2011 and headquartered at Malvern Hills Science Park in Malvern. It provides a full-service cybersecurity portfolio covering CREST-approved penetration testing (application, infrastructure, social engineering, and IT health checks), compliance certification (Cyber Essentials, Cyber Essentials Plus, IASME Cyber Assurance, ISO 27001, NHS DSP Toolkit, Maritime Cyber Baseline, and Defence Cyber Certification), strategic security consultancy and audits, threat management (24/7 monitoring, managed SOC, vulnerability scanning, and a Keeper-branded password management tool), cyber awareness training, and Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM). The firm serves UK businesses primarily on a domestic basis, with named customers spanning housing, healthcare, digital marketing, financial services, and general commercial sectors, plus vertical specialisations in maritime/shipping, NHS/healthcare, defence, and charities.

Name

Assure Technical

Legal name

Assure Technical Limited

Website

https://assuretechnical.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cybersecurity Services

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

SIC

Services-Engineering, Accounting, Research, Management (8700)

akta.pro primary industry

Vulnerability Assessment, Security Audits & Compliance Testing (BPAKAHAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Security Awareness, Training & Compliance Attestation (HDADAIAJ), Insider Threat Program Design & Risk Assessments (BPAKADAM), Cybersecurity Awareness & Digital Safety Training for Security Personnel (BPAKAOAO), Penetration Testing, Red Team & Ethical Hacking (EDAOAIAH)

Keywords

• Penetration testing services
• Cybersecurity compliance certification
• Managed security operations
• Security consultancy services
• Cyber threat monitoring

Headquarters

HQ city

Malvern

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Security Testing Services: CREST-approved penetration testing services including application, infrastructure, and social engineering testing. Delivered by certified ethical hackers using NCSC/NIST methodology.
2. Compliance Certification Services: Cyber Essentials, Cyber Essentials Plus, IASME Cyber Assurance, ISO 27001, NHS DSP Toolkit, Maritime Cyber Baseline, and Defence Cyber Certification services. Certification body services with pre-assessment reviews and unlimited support.
3. Security Consultancy: Strategic security consultancy, security audits, security system engineering, ISO 27001 consultancy, and maritime cyber consultancy services.
4. Threat Management Services: Managed SOC services, vulnerability scanning, and 24/7 monitoring services providing continuous threat detection and response.
5. Training Services: Cyber awareness training programs and TSCM training services delivered from UK training facilities.
6. Password Management Solutions: Partnered with Keeper for credential management platform, providing passkey management and password security solutions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Assure Technical provides award-winning cybersecurity services to UK organizations, including CREST-approved penetration testing (application, infrastructure, social engineering), compliance certifications (Cyber Essentials, Cyber Essentials Plus, IASME, ISO 27001, NHS DSP Toolkit, Maritime Cyber Baseline, Defence Cyber Certification), security consultancy (audits, ISO 27001 advisory, strategic planning, TSCM counter-surveillance), and managed threat services (24/7 monitoring, SOC, vulnerability scanning, password management via Keeper).

Product overview

Assure Technical is an award-winning cybersecurity services company offering a comprehensive portfolio of security testing, compliance certification, and strategic consultancy services. The core offering includes CREST-approved Penetration Testing services (covering applications, infrastructure, and social engineering), and Cyber Essentials/Cyber Essentials Plus certification as a certification body. The compliance portfolio extends to NHS DSP Toolkit, IASME Cyber Assurance, Maritime Cyber Baseline, and Defence Cyber Certification. Strategic consultancy covers ISO 27001, security audits, system engineering, and Counter Surveillance (TSCM). Threat management services include 24/7 monitoring, Managed SOC, vulnerability scanning, and a Password Management Tool (via Keeper partnership). Training is provided through Cyber Awareness Programs. The company operates as a unified service portfolio with no separate software products, positioning itself as a one-stop-shop for organizational cybersecurity needs with a pragmatic, people-first approach.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Penetration Testing CREST-approved ethical hacking service that simulates cyber attacks to identify vulnerabilities in IT infrastructure, web applications, and networks before criminals can exploit them. Targeted at UK organizations seeking to validate their security posture.
• Application Penetration Testing Specialized penetration testing focused on identifying vulnerabilities in web applications and software systems for organizations needing to secure customer-facing or internal applications.
• Infrastructure Penetration Testing Testing of network infrastructure, servers, and operating systems to uncover security weaknesses, intended for organizations seeking to validate their core IT estate.
• Social Engineering Testing Testing to assess employee susceptibility to social engineering attacks such as phishing and impersonation, used by organizations to evaluate human-layer defenses.
• IT Health Check (ITHC) Comprehensive health check of IT systems to evaluate overall security posture and identify vulnerabilities, aligned with NCSC CHECK methodology.
• Cyber Essentials Certification UK government-backed certification scheme helping organizations protect against common online threats through implementation of five key security controls. Delivered by Assure Technical as a Certification Body.
• Cyber Essentials Plus Certification Advanced certification where IT security measures are independently audited and tested by Assure Technical to verify they are working effectively.
• NHS DSP Toolkit Certification Certification service helping NHS organizations and healthcare providers meet the Data Security and Protection Toolkit requirements.
• IASME Cyber Assurance Certification Information Assurance for SMEs certification providing a cost-effective alternative to ISO 27001 with integrated GDPR readiness.
• Maritime Cyber Baseline Certification Certification for commercial maritime and workboat sectors addressing IMO compliance and vessel cybersecurity requirements.
• Defence Cyber Certification Certification service for defence contractors meeting MOD cyber security requirements and standards under the Defence Cyber Certification scheme.
• ISO 27001 Consultancy Expert guidance and support for organizations seeking to achieve ISO 27001 information security management system certification.
• Strategic Security Consultancy Bespoke security advisory services for complex or time-consuming cybersecurity projects and strategic planning engagements.
• Security Audits Comprehensive assessment of organizational security posture to establish baseline exposure and identify vulnerabilities across people, process, and technology.
• Security System Engineering Design and implementation of security systems and technical infrastructure to protect organizational assets.
• Maritime Cyber Consultancy Specialized cybersecurity consultancy for the maritime sector addressing unique operational technology challenges on vessels and shore-side operations.
• Counter Surveillance (TSCM) Technical Surveillance Countermeasures services protecting organizations from eavesdropping through physical and electronic examinations for listening devices and security hazards, delivered by British Military and Government experienced operatives.
• 24/7 Cyber Threat Monitoring and Response Continuous threat detection and incident response management operating around the clock to identify and address security incidents for subscribing organizations.
• Managed SOC Services Managed Security Operations Center services providing ongoing monitoring and threat management to organizations lacking in-house SOC capabilities.
• Vulnerability Scanning Regular automated scanning of IT systems to identify and address vulnerabilities before exploitation by threat actors.
• Password Management Solution Enterprise password and passkey management solution providing centralized credential storage with zero-knowledge architecture, offered in partnership with Keeper for organizational credential security.
• Cyber Awareness Training Educational program delivered from UK training facilities to help employees recognize and prevent cyber threats including phishing, identity fraud, and ransomware.
• Complimentary Cyber Readiness Review Free no-obligation consultation providing tailored, non-judgmental advice on improving cybersecurity defenses for prospective clients.

Quantifiable outcome

• Protected from up to 80% of common cyber attacks through Cyber Essentials certification
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• KeepercoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership with Keeper, a market-leading credential management platform, to provide passkey management and password security solutions. Keeper operates on zero-knowledge, zero-trust architecture ensuring organizations retain sole ownership of digital secrets.
• CRESTcoreTechnology or IntegrationCREST (Council of Registered Ethical Security Testers) accreditation for penetration testing services. CREST is a not-for-profit organization setting standards for the cybersecurity industry.
• IASMEcoreTechnology or IntegrationIASME (Information Assurance for Small and Medium Enterprises) certification body status since 2016. Authorized to certify organizations against IASME Cyber Assurance and IASME Governance standards, including GDPR readiness.
• National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC)coreTechnology or IntegrationAffiliation with NCSC through Cyber Essentials scheme alignment and adherence to NCSC guidance and methodologies for penetration testing.
• BitdefenderminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMSP Reseller Bronze Partner status for Bitdefender cybersecurity solutions, enabling provision of antivirus and security software to clients.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• NCC Group: Large UK-listed cybersecurity services firm offering penetration testing, compliance, and managed security services across global markets. Comparable because it operates across the same core service lines (penetration testing, certifications, threat management) but with substantially greater scale and geographic reach.
• PA Consulting (7Safe cyber practice): Global consulting firm with a substantial UK cyber practice (including 7Safe) delivering penetration testing, compliance, and managed security services. Comparable across testing and certification lines, with broader advisory and consulting depth.
• WithSecure (formerly F-Secure): European-headquartered cybersecurity firm with a consulting/services arm covering penetration testing, managed detection and response, and compliance. Comparable in the managed SOC and testing lines but at significantly greater scale and global footprint.

Direct peers

• SureCloud: UK-based cybersecurity services and GRC platform provider offering penetration testing, compliance advisory, and managed security services. Comparable across certification/GRC and testing service lines.
• Bridewell Consulting: UK-based cybersecurity consultancy providing penetration testing, security audits, managed detection and response, and compliance services to mid-market and enterprise clients. Closely comparable in service mix, CREST accreditation posture, and UK mid-market focus.
• Cyberis: UK cybersecurity services company offering penetration testing, managed detection and response, and security consulting. Directly comparable across CREST-accredited testing and managed SOC offerings.
• Prism Infosec: CREST and CHECK-accredited UK cybersecurity services provider covering penetration testing, compliance, and incident response. Comparable in service portfolio and CREST-accredited posture for UK clients.
• Pentest Ltd: CREST-accredited UK penetration testing and security services firm. Directly comparable on penetration testing, security auditing, and certification body-adjacent services for UK mid-market clients.
• Pen Test Partners: UK-based penetration testing firm with a strong specialisation in maritime and OT/ICS cybersecurity. Highly comparable to Assure Technical on core penetration testing services and on the maritime vertical focus, including IMO compliance work.

Emerging players

• Titania: UK-based cybersecurity software and services firm with strong specialisation in configuration auditing and compliance (Nipper Studio). Comparable as a UK cyber niche player but with a more product-led model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/AssureTechnical
• Facebookfacebook.com/assuretechnical
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/assure-technical-ltd

Compliance12 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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