🖥️ Cybersecurity for UK HealthTech: Cyber Essentials and ISO 27001

Summary

• This guide explores how HealthTech companies can implement strong cybersecurity practices to protect sensitive patient data and build NHS-ready systems.
• It introduces two key frameworks: Cyber Essentials, a UK government-backed scheme, and ISO 27001, an internationally recognised standard for information security management.
• The content emphasizes that cybersecurity is not just technical—it’s a vital trust-building mechanism and a requirement for NHS procurement under frameworks like DTAC.

What this carousel covers

• The difference between Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus, and how to get certified
• Key technical controls such as firewalls, malware protection, access controls, and software updates
• What ISO 27001 is, how it works, and how it goes beyond digital assets to encompass organisational policy and process
• Certification processes for both standards and how they align with NHS and government procurement requirements

Key takeaways

• Cyber Essentials is the essential cybersecurity baseline for NHS-facing digital products—it’s fast to obtain and often required
• ISO 27001 offers a more comprehensive, risk-based framework and is ideal for scaling organisations
• Both standards improve trust, reduce risk, and strengthen your HealthTech solution’s market readiness
• Cybersecurity isn’t a one-off task—it’s a continuous process, especially for regulated health environments

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