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Limited Availability: Only 250 Silver Credits Available

Choose Your Cybersecurity Certification Pathway

Protect your business, lower insurance costs, and build trust with the right certification level
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What's In It For You?

Every CyberCert certification level delivers real, measurable business value

Lower Cyber Liability Insurance Costs

Demonstrate your commitment to security and potentially reduce your insurance premiums. Certified businesses show insurers they're serious about risk management.

Strengthen Supply Chain Trust

Gain verifiable proof of your security posture for partners and enterprise clients. Meet vendor requirements and unlock new business opportunities.

Proven Compliance Readiness

Meet industry standards and regulatory requirements with confidence. Show auditors, insurers, and clients that you adhere to rigorous data protection practices.

Partnered for Proven Cybersecurity Excellence

A strategic partnership delivering SMB-grade, Silver-level cybersecurity certification and trusted protection.

The Challenge

Small to medium-sized businesses face critical security risks

97%

of IT networks are not secure

SMBs are prime targets

Your organization is 3x more likely to be targeted than large enterprises

Costly consequences

A single incident leads to downtime and legal liabilities

Who Should Apply

Determine if you qualify for the CyberCert Silver Certification Grant

Ideal Candidates

  • U.S.-based Small & Midsize Businesses (SMBs)
  • Healthcare Providers
  • CPA Firms & Accounting Practices
  • Government Contractors
  • Organizations seeking CMMC readiness
  • Businesses with 10-500 employees

Not Eligible

  • Large Enterprises (over 500 employees)
  • Personal or Home-based users
  • Business outside the United States
  • Organizations already certified at higher levels

What's Included

✓ 100% Sponsorship

One complimentary Silver Certification Credit (SMB1001 Standard)

✓ Immediate Access

Full access to the CyberCert Platform and certification resources

Find Your Certification Pathway

Choose the certification level that matches your business size and security needs


Bronze Level

Start Your Security Hygiene

Perfect For:
Small businesses with low cyber risk exposure.
Requirements to Achieve:
Start with the absolute essentials: firewalls, anti-virus, strong passwords, software updates, and a reliable backup plan. These form your cyber hygiene baseline.
  • Requirements: 7 controls
  • Valid Period: 12 months
  • Assurance: Self-Attested
  • Standard: SMB1001:2026 Level 1
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Sponsored by
CyberCert


Silver Level

Cyber Insurable

Perfect For:
Enhanced security for businesses facing moderate risk.
Requirements to Achieve:
Step up with stronger identity protection, increased access controls, server patching, invoice fraud protection, and fundamental procedures. This tier qualifies SMBs for cyber insurance.
  • Requirements: 17 controls
  • Valid Period: 12 months
  • Assurance: Self-Attested
  • Standard: SMB1001:2026 Level 2
Apply for Silver

Sponsored by
CyberCert


Gold Level

Compliance Ready

Perfect For:
Enhanced security for businesses facing moderate risk.
Requirements to Achieve:
Step up with stronger identity protection, increased access controls, server patching, invoice fraud protection, and fundamental procedures. This tier qualifies SMBs for cyber insurance.
  • Requirements: 27 controls
  • Valid Period: 12 months
  • Assurance: Self-Attested
  • Standard: SMB1001:2026 Level 3
Apply for Gold

Sponsored by
Cynet & Capital Cyber

Why Apply?

The real-world benefits of CyberCert Silver Certification

Secure Supply Chains

Gain the trusted credentials needed to partner with prime contractors and government agencies that mandate verified cybersecurity standards for all vendors.

Prevent Data Breaches

Drastically reduce your specific risk of ransomware and data theft by implementing a structured, audited framework of advanced defense controls.

Prove Compliance Readiness

Instantly differentiate your business from competitors by proving to auditors, insurers, and clients that you adhere to rigorous data protection practices.

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Simple Application Process

Get certified in three straightforward steps
1

Apply Online

Complete your application in less than 5 minutes. Provide basic business information and eligibility details.

2

Verification

Our team reviews your application within 5-7 business days. Approved applicants receive immediate platform access.

3

Certification

Complete your certification journey at your own pace with full access to resources, tools, and expert support.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the grant

Choose based on your business size and needs. Bronze is ideal for solopreneurs and startups (1-10 employees), Silver for established SMBs (10-500 employees), and Gold for mid-size businesses (30-200 employees) requiring advanced security controls.
No. The Silver certification is 100% sponsored by CyberCert through the Cyber Grants Alliance partnership. There are no hidden fees or additional charges for approved applicants.
The verification process typically takes 5-7 business days. Once approved, you can complete your certification on your own timeline with full access to the CyberCert Platform and resources.
Yes. After completing your initial certification, you can upgrade to higher levels as your business grows. The Cyber Grants Alliance provides information about upgrade pathways during your certification journey.
You’ll receive a verifiable digital certificate that you can display to customers, partners, and insurers. You’ll also maintain access to continued support, resources, and the CyberCert Platform.
U.S.-based small and midsize businesses, healthcare providers, CPA firms, government contractors, and organizations seeking CMMC readiness are eligible. Large enterprises (over 500 employees) and businesses outside the United States are not eligible.

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