vCISO
Our Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) service is your strategic partner in navigating the complex landscape of cybersecurity. As a fractional CISO, we provide flexible and scalable leadership to meet your organization’s specific needs.
We go beyond mere technical solutions; our vCISO service encompasses cybersecurity strategy development, aligning security measures with your business objectives, leadership and investors expectations. We also specialize in establishing robust governance frameworks, including fostering relationships with your board. By bridging the gap between technology and governance, we ensure that your cybersecurity efforts are aligned with business goals while meeting regulatory and compliance standards. Our vCISO services include the following:
- Create and optimize security functions and programs
- Develop strategic and tactical roadmaps
- Lead customer communications on cybersecurity
- IPO readiness and M&A due diligence
- Vendor and 3rd party risk management
- Software development lifecycle and infrastructure hardening
- AI risk and ethics program creation
- Risks assessments, prioritization and mitigation
- Security products and vendors selection
- Budgets and headcount forecasting
- Talent identification and organizational optimization
- Cyber insurance acquisition
- Boardroom, leadership and investor briefings
- Program maturity communication and industry benchmarking
Threat and Maturity Assessments
Our Cyber Threat and Maturity Assessment Service is a comprehensive offering designed to fortify your digital presence. This service typically includes the following components:
- Cybersecurity program capability and maturity assessments
- Infrastructure and application pentesting
- Cyber footprint discovery
- Infrastructure security assessments
- Risk assessments
- Vendor risk assessments
Compliance and Customer Assurance
Our Compliance and Customer Assurance Services provide a robust foundation for organizations aiming to excel in cybersecurity and regulatory compliance. With a tailored menu of services, including SOC 2, NIST, HIPAA, ISO 27001 & 27002, CSA STAR and HITEC gap assessments and remediation management, we ensure that your business meets the highest industry standards.
Our Customer Assurance Service goes beyond compliance, establishing a resilient infrastructure to identify and respond to your customer cyber requirements. The Customer Assurance service accompanies your Sales and Product teams to demonstrate security posture during presale phase and subsequently maintain customer trust. The Compliance and Customer Assurance Services enables product companies to not only meet regulatory standards but also to differentiate your brand, attract customers, and establish a solid foundation for long-term success.
The Compliance and Customer Assurance services include:
- Gap assessments against SOC 2, NIST, HIPAA, ISO 27001 & 27002, CSA STAR, HITEC and any other frameworks you have deliver
- Gap remediation and audit management
- Common Controls Framework development and implementation
- Customer assurance program and knowledge-base development
- Legal contract templates development and contract negotiation support
- Security questionnaires/RFx response capability creation and optimization
Incident Preparedness and Response
Your organization’s response to security incidents heavily influences the impact on your customer trust, cyber insurance legal ramifications and ultimately, revenue. Our Incident Preparedness and Response Service is a proactive and comprehensive solution designed to fortify your organization’s resilience in the face of cyber threats. We specialize in developing and optimizing strategies to prepare for and respond effectively to security incidents.
Key components of our service include:
- Incident preparedness planning : We work closely with your team to create robust incident response plans tailored to your organization’s specific needs. This involves identifying potential threats, outlining escalation procedures, and establishing communication protocols
- Table-Top Exercises: Our interactive simulations replicate real-world scenarios, allowing your team and leadership to practice and refine their response to various cyber incidents. These exercises enhance readiness, identify areas for improvement, and ensure a coordinated and efficient response
- Response Coordination: In the event of an incident, our service includes coordinated response efforts, combining technical expertise and strategic decision-making to mitigate the impact and minimize downtime
- Post-Incident Review and Improvement: After an incident is resolved, we conduct a thorough review to analyze the response process. This includes identifying successes, areas for improvement, and implementing changes to enhance future incident response capabilities
Cybersecurity Startup Advisory
Our Cybersecurity Startup Advisory service is a strategic partner for burgeoning ventures, offering a suite of services to propel your success. We specialize in:
- Market Fit Assessment: Through in-depth analysis, we evaluate your product or service against market demands, competition and security leaders’ sentiments, ensuring alignment with customer needs and industry trends
- Product Roadmap Development: We collaborate to create a clear and scalable product roadmap, guiding your technology development in sync with market requirements and long-term vision
- Funding Advisory: Leveraging our expertise, we provide guidance on funding strategies, connecting you with potential investors, and assisting in the preparation of compelling pitches
- Go-to-Market Strategy: Our service includes formulating a comprehensive go-to-market strategy, optimizing the launch and distribution of your product to maximize impact and market penetration
- Product Marketing: We offer insights and support in crafting effective product marketing strategies, from positioning and messaging to campaigns that resonate with your target audience