Cyber Wardens and CyberCert
Recognition that rewards your small business
Our mission is to help small businesses make cyber security part of their everyday business, and be recognised and rewarded for their efforts to protect Australians against cyber crime.
That’s why Cyber Wardens has partnered with CyberCert to sponsor small businesses that complete the Cyber Wardens program to achieve Bronze or Silver certification under the SMB1001 international cyber security standard.
Your Pathway
- Learn good habits and simple steps you and your team can take to improve your business’s cyber security
- Certify your business against the SMB1001 the internationally recognised cyber security standard for SMBs
- Industry recognition for your customers, business providers and suppliers that your business takes cyber security seriously.
- Upgrade to Silver certification and easy cyber insurance prequalification for businesses that complete the Cyber Wardens program and apply for Cyber Cert certification within 4 weeks
Select which option best describes you:
Free Bronze CyberCert certification till the end of July
Learn the basics, take action, and have your business recognised for it
- Complete the FREE Cyber Wardens program
- Receive a fully sponsored Bronze-level CyberCert certification
- Transform your cyber training into tangible business protection that your customers, supply chains, and insurers recognise
- Free upgrade to Silver certification for businesses that complete both their Cyber Wardens training and their CyberCert Bronze certification before the end of July
- Prequalify for cyber insurance with Silver certification (* Read more)
Who can apply?
- Valid ABN holders who own or work in a small business (max 50 employees)
- Have completed a Cyber Wardens course
Claim your offer
Complete this form with your valid ABN to receive your information pack about the CyberCert partnership offer. Your free partner code will be emailed to you when you have graduated from the Cyber Wardens program.
Become a Cyber Warden before the end of July and receive a 15% discount to upgrade to the next CyberCert tier.
Learn the basics, take action, and have your business recognised for it
- Complete the Cyber Wardens program
- Receive a 15% upgrade to the next tier CyberCert certification (up to Gold)
- Transform your cyber training into tangible business protection that your customers, supply chains, and insurers recognise.
- Prequalify for cyber insurance with Silver certification. (* Read more)
Who can apply?
- Valid ABN holders who own or work in a small business (max 50 employees)
- Have completed a Cyber Wardens course
Claim your offer
Complete this form with your valid ABN to receive your information pack about the CyberCert partnership offer. Your partner discount code will be emailed to you when you have graduated from the Cyber Wardens program.
Help protect your workplace by taking simple, practical steps to improve your cyber safety.
Embed a culture of cyber safety in your business. Through CyberCert’s partnership with Cyber Wardens, your team can access free, simple cyber safety training.
With 95% of cyber attacks involving human error, your team needs to be educated on how to help boost cyber safety, spot a scam and assist in stopping a hack.
Cyber Wardens – an initiative backed by the Council of Small Business Organisations Australia (COSBOA) and fully funded by the Australian Government – offers practical protection strategies without technical jargon.
This FREE streamlined online learning program equips you with:
- Quick wins you can implement immediately
- Practical tips tailored for small businesses
- Essential cyber safety skills to protect your operations
Course program
Designed for busy small business owners and employees, the courses are short, jargon-free and available in a range of formats to suit your learning style and your schedule.
Cyber Wardens Foundations
Cyber Wardens Foundations is a short introduction to cyber security that helps you identify the seven cyber security red flags that pose a risk or threat to your small business.
Complete the self-guided online course or join a live or on-demand webinar.
- 10 mins to complete online
- Quick 10-minute overview
- Identify cyber security red flags
- Also available as live or on-demand webinar
Cyber Wardens Level One
Cyber Wardens Level One is an introduction to cyber security measures and actions to improve your cyber awareness and help protect your small business from cyber threats and attacks.
Learn the four cyber security basics to implement in your small business.
- 45 mins - 1 hour to complete
- Cyber Wardens core program
- Learn small business cyber security basics
- CPD accreditations available
Cyber Wardens Level Two
This course will guide you on how artificial intelligence can help your business, and how to protect yourself from AI-powered cyber security threats.
Learn about the risks for specific industries and practical ways to protect your business.
- 20 - 30 mins to complete
- Cyber Wardens core program
- Embrace emerging technology safely
- Avoid AI powered threats and scams
Join the thousands of Australian small businesses already protecting themselves against cyber threats.
This partnership represents a game-changing opportunity to finally solve one of the biggest challenges facing SMBs: cyber-protecting your business without the headaches.
Through one simple, accessible pathway, you can now graduate your people, certify your business, and qualify for cyber insurance at Silver level.
Fully-sponsored. No cost to you.
This is about giving you the protection you need, so you can stay focused on what you do best: running and growing your business.
Even better, it strengthens Australia’s supply chains, and the economic backbone we all depend on.
A humbling and powerful moment for the entire ecosystem.
This partnership represents a game-changing opportunity to finally solve one of the biggest challenges facing SMBs: cyber-protecting your business without the headaches.
Through one simple, accessible pathway, you can now graduate your people, certify your business, and qualify for cyber insurance at Silver level.
Fully-sponsored. No cost to you.
This is about giving you the protection you need, so you can stay focused on what you do best: running and growing your business.
Even better, it strengthens Australia’s supply chains, and the economic backbone we all depend on.
A humbling and powerful moment for the entire ecosystem.
Learn more about CyberCert
1. What is the CyberCert and Cyber Wardens partnership about, and why is certification important for my business?
CyberCert and Cyber Wardens work together to help small and medium-sized businesses improve their cybersecurity. We combine Cyber Wardens' hands-on training with CyberCert's respected certification system. Cyber certification helps your business by:
- Reducing your risk of cyber attacks
- Qualifying you for cyber insurance with CyberCert Silver
- Building customer trust through visible security commitment
- Giving you an edge when competing for contracts
- Supporting your compliance needs
- Protecting you from costly incidents (average cost: $50,000 for Australian small businesses)
2. What do I get from the Cyber Wardens course, and who can get certified?
When you finish the Cyber Wardens course, if eligible, you get: - FREE Bronze CyberCert certification - Free upgrade to Silver if you act within 4 weeks - Faster access to cyber insurance options with partner providers You can get certified if you: - Have a valid Australian ABN - Complete all Cyber Wardens training modules - Submit an Expression of Interest form After we confirm you qualify, you'll get an activation link valid for 30 days. Follow it to get your certification through the CyberCert portal.
3. What do Bronze and Silver certifications include?
Bronze Certification – Start Smart - Quick online check of your basic cybersecurity - Protection from common cyber threats - CyberCert badge for your business - Perfect first step for digital safety
Silver Certification – Go Further - Stronger security checks beyond Bronze - Proof of advanced protections - Easier, faster access to cyber insurance with partner providers - Expert support from cybersecurity pros - Ideal for businesses needing more security or working in high-risk fields
4. What does it mean to pre-qualify for cyber insurance?
Pre-qualifying for cyber insurance means your business has already met key security standards that insurers look for when deciding on coverage. With a Silver certification, you can get:
- A quicker and easier application process
- Priority with our partner insurance companies
- Proof that you have important security measures in place
- A better chance at getting good coverage terms
Pre-qualification helps simplify the often complex insurance process. It shows insurers that your business has taken steps to reduce risk, so they may not need to check everything themselves.
Keep in mind that Silver certification, through our CyberCert partnership, doesn’t guarantee approval, coverage, or specific terms with all insurers. Each insurer will still do their own final review. For the latest details, contact CyberCert directly.
5. What if I don't qualify for free Bronze or want to upgrade to Silver?
If you don't qualify for free Bronze: - All graduates get a 15% discount code - Use it on any CyberCert package (Bronze, Silver, Gold) - Code works for 90 days after you finish the course To upgrade from Bronze to Silver: - Select the upgrade link in our email with your discount - Apply within 4 weeks of finishing your training for the discount - Set up the recommended security measures with our help - Get your Silver certification and updated trust badge
6. I finished the course but didn't get my offer—what should I do?
If you can't find your offer in any email folder:
- Check you've finished all modules and assessments
- Wait 3-5 business days for us to verify and send the email
Still missing? Contact us:
- Cyber Wardens website: https://cyberwardens.com.au/contact-us/
- CyberCert website: https://www.cybercert.ai/en-au/
- Email: hello@cyberwardens.com.au or help@cybercert.com.au
- Email: hello@cyberwardens.com.au or help@cybercert.com.au
Include your name, business name, ABN and when you graduated from the Cyber Wardens course.
7. Do I need tech skills to complete a CyberCert certification?
The Cyber Wardens program requires no technical expertise. We designed it specifically for business owners and managers without IT backgrounds, using straightforward language and structured guidance throughout the process. CyberCert certification does involve some technical implementation. However, you have multiple support options to manage these requirements: - A team member with relevant IT knowledge - Your existing technology service provider - A qualified specialist from our network of professionals The Bronze level certification involves configuring essential security elements such as antivirus protection and administrative access controls. CyberCert provides comprehensive guidance through each step of implementation, and most businesses already maintain relationships with technology partners who can assist with these requirements.