Essential Eight Uplift Program

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Essential Eight Uplift Program

Staged Essential Eight uplift for Sydney and Western Sydney SMEs. 90-day stabilisation, 6 to 12 month roadmap and monthly reporting.

Sydney and Western Sydney

Essential Eight uplift program with reporting and governance.

A staged delivery program that implements and maintains controls over time. Designed for small and medium businesses that want measurable uplift without enterprise overhead.

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Minimum 10 seats. Typical contract term is 12 months.

What the program includes

90-day stabilisation plan for critical gaps
Staged control uplift over 6 to 12 months
Monthly reporting for owners and managers
Change control and operational management

Security foundations are included in managed plans. Higher assurance is available through the Enhanced plan and targeted uplift modules.

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Key facts

Clear details for owners and managers

  • Area served is Sydney and Western Sydney, with broader coverage across NSW
  • Program is staged, with a focus on operational controls and evidence
  • Most businesses start with a 90-day stabilisation plan
  • Full staged uplift typically continues over 6 to 12 months
  • Minimum 10 seats
  • Typical contract term is 12 months

Uplift program

Essential Eight uplift program

Uplift is the work of implementing controls and keeping them operating. This program prioritises the controls that reduce risk fastest, then builds consistency and evidence over time.

Phase-based delivery

Phase 1 Stabilise Address critical exposures and establish a baseline and evidence approach.
Phase 2 Uplift Implement Essential Eight controls in a prioritised sequence aligned to your roadmap.
Phase 3 Maintain and evidence Keep controls operating with monitoring, reporting, and review cadence.

Many businesses start with a 90-day plan for the highest-risk gaps, then continue staged uplift over 6 to 12 months.

What you will see in reporting

Reporting is designed for owners and managers, with enough detail to support decisions and governance.

Patch compliance and overdue risk trends
MFA coverage and high-risk account exceptions
Privileged account controls and changes
Backup success and restore test outcomes
Application control events and approvals
Email domain protection status for spoofing reduction

Delivery Model

How staged uplift works

A practical sequence that reduces risk quickly, then builds consistency and evidence through ongoing management.

1

Phase 1 Stabilise (first 90 days)

Remove critical exposures, establish a baseline, and implement the controls that reduce risk quickly and measurably.

2

Phase 2 Uplift (6 to 12 months)

Implement Essential Eight controls in a prioritised order, aligned to your roadmap and business constraints.

3

Phase 3 Maintain and evidence (ongoing)

Keep controls operating with monitoring, change control, and reporting for governance and decision-making.

How it is delivered

Managed plans plus targeted uplift modules

Uplift is delivered through a combination of managed service foundations and optional modules, selected based on your roadmap and risk profile.

Managed plans

Security foundations are included in managed plans. Higher assurance is available through the Enhanced plan.

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Uplift modules

Add targeted controls where they materially reduce risk. Examples include Managed FortiGate, Microsoft 365 backup, Managed DMARC, ThreatLocker, and Duo.

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Governance

Monthly reporting and review cadence to maintain controls and keep evidence current as your environment changes.

Commercial terms

Minimum seats 10
Typical contract term 12 months
Approach Measurable uplift and ongoing maintenance of controls

Support & Guidance

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers about how uplift is delivered, what is included, and how progress is measured.

+ What is included in the uplift program
The program includes a staged plan to implement and maintain Essential Eight aligned controls, supported by monitoring and monthly reporting. Specific modules are selected based on your roadmap.
+ Do we need all uplift modules
No. We recommend modules only where they materially reduce risk for your environment. Your roadmap determines what is required and when.
+ How long does uplift take
Most businesses start with a 90-day plan for critical risks. Full staged uplift typically continues over 6 to 12 months.
+ Can we pause after the stabilisation phase
Yes. Some businesses complete Phase 1 to stabilise and establish a baseline, then continue later. We recommend maintaining core controls and reporting to prevent drift.
+ How does pricing work
Managed plans are priced per seat per month, with a minimum of 10 seats. Optional uplift modules are added where needed. We confirm scope and provide clear pricing before implementation.
+ Do you provide 24/7 incident response
Enhanced plans include full 24/7 coverage. Core and Growth clients can add this as a supplemental service.
+ What does monthly reporting include
Reports provide visibility on service performance and security progress. They are designed for owners and managers to make informed decisions.
+ Do you guarantee compliance
No. We focus on measurable uplift and ongoing maintenance of controls. Success depends on scope and the specific maturity targets agreed in your roadmap.

Get a clear baseline

Download the checklist to confirm what is in place, then book a consult to prioritise uplift steps.

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Sydney and Western Sydney. Minimum 10 seats.

Next step

Start a staged Essential Eight uplift program

Begin with a checklist-driven baseline and a prioritised uplift plan. We implement controls in stages, then maintain and report on them so your program remains operational.

Book a consultation

We confirm scope, current tools, and the fastest path to measurable uplift.

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Minimum 10 seats. Typical contract term is 12 months.

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Speak with the local team serving Sydney and Western Sydney.

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We avoid compliance guarantees. We focus on scope, evidence, and measurable uplift.

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