Security Engineering
Often security programs, especially new ones or those with limited budgets, need an expert set of eyes to ensure the overall approach is optimized for effectiveness against malicious actors. We’ve seen programs of all shapes and sizes and know what works. Let us help you make the tough decisions when deciding what tools to purchase, what processes to implement and how to staff. We can even provide the hands-on expertise to get you started or support you on an ongoing basis.
board awareness and engagement
Board support for any security program is vital to its success. However, briefing the board is a high-stakes endeavor and has the potential to have a limited effect or even a negative impact if messaging is not handled correctly. Let us take on the risk of board briefings for you. We have briefed dozens of boards on the topics of cybersecurity and privacy. We have a 100% success rate of raising board awareness which has ultimately led to improved program buy-in and increased budgets.
security rating optimization
So you just received your BitSight or SecurityScorecard report from your client or assessor and you have no idea where to start? We will help you understand your score, providing real-world context and the exact steps needed to remediate any meaningful findings. This includes providing oversight and/or implementing the needed changes in your environment. We’ll even help you frame your current score to your client or assessor to address their immediate concerns.
virtual ciso
The need for companies to hire a CISO is clear. However, the search to find a person you feel comfortable inviting into the C-suite often takes time and is an expensive process. We will work with you to fill this critical role on an interim or even an ongoing basis, if needed. We’ll also help you vet potential CISO candidates to ensure the person is capable of delivering the security program you require and is aligned with your particular business needs.
red team / blue team / purple team
Red Team, Blue Team and Purple Team exercises are critical to making sure the investments you’ve made in technology, processes and people are working as intended. Our exercises will be custom designed to your environment and needs. We reject the “gotcha” approach our competitors leverage and instead work with you to provide actionable, independent feedback. You can use these exercises to demonstrate the effectiveness of your controls, validate your list of concerns and/or reinforce your roadmap and budget needs.
ROADMAP DESIGN AND VALIDATION
It’s no secret that successful security programs need to balance business needs with industry/regulatory drivers. Let us broker the conversations between your key stakeholders to design and/or sell your program roadmap. We can spare you difficult conversations and excess cycles while also protecting your political capital. We’re experts at explaining to leaders across organizations why security programs are important and how your program can positively impact their goals as well.