
Professional Services
Fractional CISO
We provide your organisation with strategic leadership at a fraction of the cost of a full-time CISO. CISOaaS implements an effective cyber security strategy, encompassing people, processes and technology elements to obtain a resilient digital infrastructure for the client. All this whilst fostering a security-first mindset and a sound culture of cyber hygiene throughout all functions of the organisation, whilst ensuring compliance with regulations. Below are 10 main benefits of using a fractional CISO:
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Expert Leadership Access to experienced cybersecurity leadership without the cost of a full-time hire.
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Cost-Effective Reduces costs by providing security expertise on-demand.
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Scalable Support Tailored solutions that grow with your organisation's needs.
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Strategic Guidance Aligns cybersecurity strategy with business objectives and risk management.
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Compliance & Risk Management Ensures regulatory compliance and mitigates security risks.
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Best Practices & Tools Provides access to industry-leading practices and technologies.
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Incident Response Strengthens readiness and response to security incidents.
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Vendor Agnostic Offers unbiased advice on security tools and solutions.
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Continuous Improvement Regular assessments to enhance cybersecurity posture.
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Focus on Core Business Allows your team to focus on growth while cybersecurity is managed expertly.
Governance Risk and Compliance
Cyber Security Strategy
A robust cybersecurity strategy should protect digital assets and information from diverse threats. Tailored to the organisation’s needs, risk appetite, and industry, it must be dynamic, adaptable, and integrated into overall business objectives to ensure effective protection.
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Policy Development
An information security policy governs an organisation's commitment to its security goals and principles. We assist in developing policies aligned with ISO 27001, addressing objectives, structure, management systems, legal frameworks, stakeholder requirements and industry standards
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Governance and Compliance Services
Assist organisations in identifying and remediating gaps in compliance with international standards, including ISO 27000, ISO 22301, ISO 31000, NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0, and regulatory requirements like DORA and NIS2.
Risk Management
Through effective risk management we guide your organisation to set Risk Management strategies, achieve objectives, and make informed decisions by addressing internal and external uncertainties, including supplier risk management. We support the development and execution of risk management processes, including:
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Identification of material risks relevant to the organisation’s context.
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Assessment of the likelihood and impact of risks.
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Prioritisation of risks based on severity for appropriate treatment.
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Development of a Risk Treatment Plan with necessary controls.
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Approval of the plan and alignment with the organisation’s risk appetite through a Risk Management Committee.
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Implementation of controls within committed timeframes.
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Business Continuity
We implement and maintain controls to ensure continued operation during disruptions, enhancing your competitive advantage, protecting your brand and reputation, and improving your overall operational resilience. Our approach aligns with ISO 22301 (Business Continuity Management Systems).
Key deliverables:
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Establish and communicate a Business Continuity Policy tailored to the organisation’s objectives.
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Conduct a Business Impact Analysis to identify critical functions, the activities supporting them, and the timeframe within which disruption impacts become unacceptable.
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Develop a Crisis response structure, including a Business Continuity Plan and Disaster Recovery Procedures, to guide the organisation’s response and recovery.
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Maintain a program of simulations and table-top exercises to test the effectiveness of the business continuity framework over time.
SecOps Advisory
InfoSec Tooling
We adopt a vendor-agnostic approach, in guiding you to benefit from the selection of the the best-fit, value-driven solution, to protect your digital assets in the best possible way. We offer expert guidance and support in selecting, implementing, and optimising a broad range of cybersecurity tools to safeguard critical assets. Our services include:
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Tool Selection & Implementation - We assist in identifying and adopting the most suitable cybersecurity tools, covering areas such as SIEM, XDR, EUBA, network monitoring, firewall solutions, IDS/IPS, vulnerability management, and GRC tools.
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Optimisation & Hardening - We ensure that security tools are properly optimised and hardened to operate at peak performance, following industry best practices.
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Professional & Support Services - Our experienced team provides implementation services, ongoing support, and troubleshooting to ensure the seamless operation of security tools.
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Monitoring & Continuous Improvement - We offer continuous monitoring services to ensure that security tools remain effective and adaptable to emerging threats.
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Security Monitoring
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We assist your organisation to establish a security monitoring function, either in the form in-house, outsourced, or hybrid setups based on your organisation’s needs. We provide expert guidance in designing, implementing, and maturing security monitoring processes and solutions. This ensures proactive detection, incident response, and effective management of security threats. Our services include:
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In-House Security Monitoring Setup - We assist in building and managing a dedicated internal security monitoring operation, ensuring your team has the tools, processes, and expertise to effectively monitor and respond to security events in real-time.
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Outsourced Security Monitoring Setup - Assist the organisation to adopt a managed Security Service through an MISSP of client choice, ensuring an effective and continuously optimised service provision.
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Hybrid Security Monitoring Setup - For organisations seeking a balance between internal control and external expertise, we design hybrid setups that combine in-house teams with outsourced capabilities.
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Incident Responce
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Incident response is the well-orchestrated plan that can limit the damage incurred by your business from the devastating consequences of cyberattacks. We assist you in developing inhouse and/or outsource incident response capabilities before encountering a cyber incident. Stages of Incident response include:
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Identification - Quickly identify and assess the nature and scope of the incident, quantify its severity and potential impact on the organisation.
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Containment - Isolate affected systems or networks to prevent further damage or spread of the incident.
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Eradication - Through digital forensics identify and remove the root cause of the incident.
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Recovery - Restore affected systems to expedite business-as-usual state in the least time possible.
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Communication & Reporting - Produce detailed technical and executive reports, ready to be submitted to regulators and relevant authorities.
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Reporting and Liason Obligations
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Security Liaison Officer as a service ensures that your organisation meets regulatory reporting obligations (NIS2, DORA,...) by providing a dedicated expert to:
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Oversee Business Continuity Planning - Develop, implement, and maintain business continuity plans tailored to your operations, ensuring resilience against disruptions.
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Conduct Risk Assessments - Identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks to critical systems and services, aligning with NIS2 requirements.
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Develop and Maintain Operator Security Plans - Create comprehensive security plans that address compliance, risk management, and operational security.
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Serve as the Primary Point of Contact - Act as a liaison between your organisation and relevant authorities, ensuring effective communication and timely reporting of compliance matters or incidents.
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Ensure Regulatory Compliance - Monitor and align your organisation's practices with the requirements of NIS2, providing updates and recommendations as necessary.
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Hardening & Penetration Testing
We provide your business Penetration Testing services intended to assess ICT infrastructure security through continuous or one-time evaluations, identifying vulnerabilities and strengthening defenses.
Testing approaches include black box testing (minimal knowledge), grey box testing (partial knowledge), and white box testing (full knowledge) assessments.
The process follows five key stages: Scoping, Reconnaissance, Scanning, Exploitation, and Reporting, with a detailed analysis of risks and remediation recommendations to enhance overall security.
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Our Cyber Security Experts conduct Hardening reviews intended to enhance your security posture by identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities across key areas in line with best practices and guidelines such as CIS benchmarks and NIST frameworks.
Server hardening ensures configurations are optimised, while endpoint security assessments evaluate workstations, servers, and mobile devices. Network infrastructure hardening secures routers, switches, firewalls, and Wi-Fi networks by addressing misconfigurations and weak points. Additionally, Physical security reviews inspect access controls and surveillance measures to prevent unauthorised access.