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For CHECK Membership (Temporarily
Suspended)CESG are currently unable to consider new applications for membership of the CHECK Service. The guidance below is for information only for when CESG lift this temporary suspension and resume accepting new applications. The CHECK Service exists for the benefit of HMG and CNI end users who wish to have their sensitive IT systems and networks checked for vulnerabilities. A CHECK Company will be invited to renew their membership of the CHECK Service on an annual basis. However, potential new companies should note that failure to provide evidence of any work under the CHECK Service for the proceeding year may result in the CHECK Membership Contract not being renewed. If you wish to proceed with your application to join CHECK you will require a copy of the Application Form (pdf) and the Service Provision Guidelines (pdf). All applications must be supported by the information detailed below. Company Background We require the following details regarding the Company applying for CHECK membership:
Staff Resources You will need to identify all employees who will conduct IT Health Checks under the terms of CHECK. All members of your CHECK team must be British nationals (or as a minimum hold dual British nationality) and be able to obtain and hold SC clearance (doc). You may include as many of your staff as you wish, although each one must be able to demonstrate a sound background in IT Health Check work. The following details should be included for each prospective team member:
Selection A panel of CESG personnel will review the company submission and the candidates identified for conducting IT Health Check work under CHECK and confirm their suitability. We will also confirm their current security clearance level and initiate clearance procedures where necessary. Ultimately, the panel will use the material supplied to understand how the company performs a typical Health Check, interprets the results and communicates these to the customer. We will work with the company to clarify any issues with the submission or to seek further supporting evidence, as necessary. If the panel is satisfied that the company can perform Health Checks in a way that is suitable for HMG customers, then the applicant company will be technically approved. If this is not the case then the submission will be refused. Please note that any applications which are refused cannot be resubmitted within a 12 month period from the date of the refusal by the panel. The Contract Once we have received your application and can confirm you meet all of our qualifying requirements, we will send a Contract Acceptance Form. This should be signed by an appropriately authorised member of your organisation. Your contract year will begin when CESG receives the signed Contract Acceptance Form. Cost An annual subscription fee, which is reviewed periodically, is charged for CHECK membership. With effect from 1st April 2008 fees for Membership (Firm Non-Refundable Price) is £7,500, VATEX and £1,600, VATEX for CHECK Service Assault Course (CSAC). Please contact the CHECK Service Management Team for further details. Further Information If you have any questions about the application process or any other aspect of the CHECK Service, please e-mail check@cesg.gsi.gov.uk or telephone (01242) 221491 ext 34557. |
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