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Cyber Security Review Grant

Covers 80% of a €3,000 cyber security review for Irish businesses.

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Enterprise Ireland funds 80% of the cost of a clearly defined €3,000 security review, so the company covers the remaining 20%. Enterprise Ireland describes the application process as easy.

The grant supports Irish start-ups, SMEs and large companies taking their first step to improve their cyber security. It pays for a defined review carried out by a certified cyber security expert.

CycleiHow often this grant runs - e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.No fixed schedule
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.-
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.-
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.-
Award typeiThe form of funding - grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.20%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.-

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