Chimera Energy, a cutting-edge-chemistry battery technology business recently got accepted on the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).
A requirement of the accelerator is an increased cyber security maturity level and the Cyber Essentials accreditation in place.
Chimera reached out to the labdesk for support due to their experience of security within the energy sector.
labdesk, a cloud and cyber security first partner, stepped in to address these challenges and ensure Chimera Energy would pass Cyber Essentials in the time scales required by the Defence accelerator.
The Founder, Innovator and Battery Engineer, Chris Hale, gained knowledge developing and evolving battery technologies over the last 22 years. Chris has led developments including the first Li-ion battery system to enter service with the Ministry of Defence and the first Lithium Sulphur battery system for a manned electric aircraft.
After running his consultancy company, Upgrade Technology Engineering, and achieving considerable insight within the energy sector (including 8 published BESTMAG battery articles and completing 11 patents), Chimera Energy was formed in 2020.
Chimera Energy encountered several challenges in their pursuit of improved cyber security:
Limited time constraints to achieve Cyber Essentials
Cyber Security processes and documentation
Software and hardware upgrades required
Chimera Energy experienced a significant improvement in their overall cyber security posture. The implementation of advanced security measures and continuous monitoring helped to prevent potential breaches and protect critical assets.
Through labdesk's efforts, Chimera Energy successfully achieved Cyber Essentials accreditation.
The comprehensive training and awareness programs conducted by labdesk equipped Chimera Energy's staff with the knowledge and skills to recognise and respond to cyber threats effectively.
labdesk's security audits ensured that Chimera Energy maintained a high level of security, keeping them prepared for future challenges.
labdesk's tailored cyber security solutions were instrumental in enhancing Chimera Energy's cyber security framework. By addressing their specific challenges and guiding them through the Cyber Essentials accreditation process, labdesk helped Chimera Energy achieve a resilient and secure operational environment.