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We can act as your Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), bringing specialized cyber security expertise to your organization

Within JPCYS, our Virtual CISO (vCISO) services are tailored to empower executives, security professionals, and technology teams in safeguarding their information assets. These services provide augmented cyber expertise, enabling the reduction of business risk, signaling a firm commitment to data security, and enhancing the organization’s overall security posture while simultaneously supporting uninterrupted business operations

At JPCYS, regardless of the regulatory landscape within your industry or organization, the importance of having a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) cannot be overstated. A CISO possesses specialized technical expertise and corporate governance experience essential for establishing a robust cybersecurity foundation, effectively countering evolving threats, and enhancing the overall “security IQ” of your entire organization.

JPCYS offers a team of seasoned experts, including former CISOs from diverse industries, who can augment your existing staff, define strategic objectives to support critical technology requirements, strike a balance between IT administration, and establish transparent communication channels with the board of directors, investors, and government entities.

Whether you require an interim CISO, additional support for your current CISO, or a long-term solution, JPCYS’s Virtual CISO Advisory Services deliver the leadership you need precisely when it’s needed. When you engage a vCISO from JPCYS, you can trust in their technical proficiency, business acumen, and effective communication skills to make an immediate impact. Our experts have served in a wide array of industries and across companies of various sizes, allowing them to tailor information security strategies to the specific needs and challenges of your organization.

Our Services And Offerings Encompass

Defining or directing privacy and security policies, standards, procedures, and guidelines

Managing and directing information security teams

Engaging with executive leadership

Conducting risk assessments related to operational security

Providing threat intelligence and overseeing enterprise security

Handling crisis management initiatives

Our vCISO Advisory Services are meticulously tailored to your specific circumstances and information security requirements. While you have several options regarding the scope and duration of services, there are four key areas where the expertise of a vCISO brings significant benefits to most organizations:

1. Strategy Definition

JPCYS’s vCISO collaborates with executives spanning business functions and IT. They help identify potential business threats, establish a baseline for your existing security program, and formulate a security strategy aligned with your business objectives and technology strategies.

2. Our phased approach

Our phased approach ensures the development of an effective and efficient strategy, leveraging NIST 800-53 standards and providing alignment with various cyber regulations (such as PCI, HIPAA, GDPR, FINRA, NYDFS).

Assessment

JPCYS’s vCISO conducts a comprehensive evaluation from a security governance standpoint, examining your organization’s culture, processes, and technologies. This assessment yields prioritized actions aimed at effectively managing your information security strategy and program. The assessment encompasses:

Interviews with stakeholders from technical, business, and executive teams, accompanied by the gathering of essential documentation.
Thorough reviews across various domains, including information asset management, acceptable use policies, data classification, threat and vulnerability management, and third-party oversight.

Oversight

Based on the findings from the assessment, JPCYS’s vCISO can offer a range of ongoing support options, including:

Development of policies and procedures to address gaps in documentation.
Formulation of a remediation plan featuring actionable and prioritized recommendations.
Implementation of the remediation plan.
Provision of continual strategic guidance, designed to be less resource-intensive but focused on assisting the organization in pursuing its long-term objectives.

Training

Maintaining a robust security program necessitates a strong focus on security awareness. Your vCISO can provide recommendations and assistance in implementing training programs tailored to different user groups within your organization. This training spans a spectrum of topics, from highly technical aspects like secure coding practices to general education on data handling and combating threats like business email compromise. Additionally, the vCISO can oversee controlled phishing campaigns conducted by Kroll to assess and enhance employee security awareness.

It Environment Security Design

For organizations embarking on a ground-up build, JPCYS’s vCISO offers invaluable support by providing your team with essential system hardening configuration guides and network designs. This comprehensive service includes the implementation of multiple security safeguards and measures to fortify your IT environment.

Virtual Cisos: Experience, Expertise, And Leadership

JPCYS’s Virtual CISO Advisory Services draw upon the wealth of experience derived from former CISOs spanning various industries, including professional services firms and multinational conglomerates. They bring a valuable amalgamation of technical proficiency, executive acumen, and organizational insight, making them some of the most accomplished technical experts in the field. Their unique perspective on evolving cyber threats and solutions is honed from frontline work in cybersecurity.

Complementing our vCISOs, our global, multidisciplinary team includes former FBI, Interpol, and U.S. Secret Service agents, as well as former information technology and security executives, digital forensic scientists, intelligence analysts, and regulatory specialists hailing from diverse industries. This high-caliber collective will expedite the maturation of your entire information security program.

In today’s fiercely competitive information security job market, locating an experienced and highly qualified CISO can prove to be a challenging, time-consuming, and expensive endeavor. If the need for a CISO is immediate, the timing is perfect to explore JPCYS’s Virtual CISO Advisory Services.”