CrowdStrike Partnered With CyberCert for SMB Security
The partnership integrates managed security services with the SMB1001 certification standard to help smaller firms.
Updated on Oct. 6, 2026 in Cybersecurity
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CrowdStrike has partnered with CyberCert to provide security services and certification preparation to small and mid-sized businesses in Australia and New Zealand. This announced arrangement allows managed service providers to bundle Falcon platform tools with the SMB1001 certification framework.
Why it matters
Smaller organizations often lack the dedicated security expertise required to defend against sophisticated threats or meet the compliance mandates of insurers and supply-chain partners. This integration provides a pathway for these businesses to demonstrate formal security steps.
The partnership focuses on the SMB1001 cybersecurity standard, a multi-level certification framework designed for smaller entities. Businesses gain access to integrated assessments alongside Falcon endpoint, cloud, and identity protection tools.
The players
CrowdStrike
A global security firm specializing in cloud-delivered endpoint protection, threat intelligence, and identity security through the Falcon platform.
CyberCert
An organization providing a multi-level cybersecurity certification framework tailored for the operational requirements of small and mid-sized businesses.
The details
The collaboration leverages managed security services partners as the primary distribution channel for both security software and certification support. By integrating the SMB1001 assessment process directly with established endpoint, cloud, and identity security services, the model aims to reduce the technical barriers for small-business compliance. Qualifying customers receive complimentary certification credits for a limited time.
Timeline
October 6, 2026: CrowdStrike and CyberCert announced their partnership.
The Tech Race
This effort follows the industry trend of embedding compliance standards directly into the managed service provider workflow for the SMB sector. It moves to capture market share among smaller firms currently underserved by enterprise-focused security suites.
Small and mid-sized businesses in Australia and New Zealand can now access simplified security certification through their managed service providers. Eligible firms may receive temporary complimentary credits for SMB1001 certification as part of the initial rollout.
The takeaway
Smaller firms now have a clearer path to validating their security posture through an integrated, vendor-supported certification process. Watch for the adoption rates of the SMB1001 standard as managed service providers begin onboarding their clients in the region.
Further reading
For broader trends in enterprise defense, explore our Cybersecurity section.
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