Certify once. Use it on every bid.
Need Defence Cyber Certification (DCC) Level 0 or Level 1?
We'll Help You Get There.
We certify DCC Level 0 and Level 1 for MOD suppliers. Instead of answering the same cyber security questions for every contract, you show one recognised certificate.
- One certificate instead of repeated due diligence for every bid
- Get certified by an IASME-licensed Certification Body
- Assessed by a team with extensive defence experience
- No Cyber Essentials yet? We can certify both
- Free, no-obligation tailored quote
Get Your DCC Quote
Tell us a little about your organisation and we'll explain what's involved and what it will cost.
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What is Defence Cyber Certification?
Defence Cyber Certification (DCC) is the Ministry of Defence's cyber assurance scheme for organisations in its supply chain. Based on Defence Standard 05-138 (Def Stan 05-138), it provides assurance that the cyber security controls appropriate to a contract's Cyber Risk Profile are in place.
OmniCyber provides certification for DCC Level 0 and Level 1.
DCC Level 0
- ✓ Cyber Essentials required
- ✓ Cyber Essentials Plus not required
- ✓ 3 DCC controls
DCC Level 1
- ✓ Cyber Essentials required
- ✓ Cyber Essentials Plus not required
- ✓ DCC Level 0 isn't required first
Not sure which level? It's set by the Cyber Risk Profile on your MOD contract. Ask us and we'll help you check ›
Stop proving your cyber security on every bid.
Bidding for MOD work usually means filling in cyber security due diligence for each contract. DCC is designed to replace that repetition with one certificate that buyers recognise.
Without DCC
- A new cyber security questionnaire for every contract
- The same evidence gathered again and again
- Each buyer checks your security from scratch
- Time away from the bid itself
With DCC
- One recognised certificate to show MOD buyers
- Covers all your MOD contracts at or below your level
- Valid for three years, with a simple annual check-in
- Designed to make supplier due diligence quicker for you and the buyer
31 December 2026: the MOD has asked all defence suppliers to achieve DCC Level 0 by this date. Getting certified now puts you ahead of it.
Get Your DCC Quote ›Your Cyber Essentials scope has to fit your DCC scope.
For MOD suppliers, Cyber Essentials comes first: every internet-connected device inside your DCC scope must be covered by your Cyber Essentials certificate. If your current certificate doesn't cover everything, it will need updating first.
Because we certify both Cyber Essentials and DCC, we check the two scopes line up before your assessment starts, so your certification runs smoothly.
Already have Cyber Essentials?
We'll check its scope against your DCC scope and tell you if anything needs to change.
No Cyber Essentials yet?
We'll certify Cyber Essentials and DCC together, scoped to fit from the start.
Extensive defence experience
Our team has extensive experience across the defence sector, including work on the Trident programme.
How to get DCC certified
Four clear steps from first call to certificate.
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Free call
1. Scoping call
We confirm the DCC level you need, agree your scope and give you a quote.
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Cyber Essentials
2. Cyber Essentials in place
We check your Cyber Essentials covers your DCC scope, or certify you if you don't have it yet.
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Assessment
3. DCC assessment
You submit answers and evidence against the DCC controls for your level, and we verify them.
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3 years
4. Get certified
Your DCC certificate lasts three years, with an annual attestation in between.
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What our customers say
Rated 5.0 from all 20 Google reviews ›“Amazing service from Omni. Gurnak was very detailed and always had time to answer complex questions. I would thoroughly recommend for any company going through Cyber Essentials.”
IT Manager
“OmniCyber have been totally professional throughout our process to become CE+ certified. We could not have asked for better support in our first time of accreditation.”
IT Lead
“The process was thorough but well-structured, with clear guidance throughout. Communication was prompt and constructive, making what could be a complex process very straightforward to navigate.”
IT Manager
How much does DCC cost?
Every organisation is different, so we'll quote for yours. Your cost depends on how much of your organisation is in scope and whether you also need Cyber Essentials.
Tell us about your organisation and contracts, and we'll explain what's involved and give you a clear quote.
No obligation, and a reply within 15 minutes during working hours.
Get Your DCC Quote ›Your DCC questions answered
Which DCC level do I need?
Your MOD contract sets the level, based on its Cyber Risk Profile. Your MOD customer or prime contractor can confirm which applies. If you're unsure, we'll help you check.
Do I need DCC to work with the MOD?
If a contract specifies a DCC level, you'll need it to work on that contract. The MOD has also asked all defence suppliers to achieve DCC Level 0 by 31 December 2026. Holding DCC means less repeated cyber security paperwork every time you bid.
What do I need for DCC Level 0?
Three controls: Cyber Essentials covering the right scope, documented UK data protection, and resilient networks and systems.
How long does it take to get DCC certified?
It depends on your scope and whether Cyber Essentials is already in place. We'll give you a clear timeline when we quote. If you're working to a deadline, let us know and we'll plan around it.
Can I get DCC before winning an MOD contract?
Yes. Any organisation can apply, so you can be certified before you bid.
Ready to get DCC certified?
Get one certificate in place for every MOD bid. Tell us about your organisation, and we'll explain what's involved and give you a quote.