Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) Services in Australia
What is a Virtual CISO?
​We understand that a full-time in-house CISO might not make business sense for every organisation.
However, you do need an experienced and passionate leader at the helm of your cyber security function.
Gain access to a security practitioner who uses the culmination of their years of cybersecurity and industry experience to help your business with developing and managing the implementation of your information security program.
Reduce In-house Cost and Liability
Hiring an in-house CISO can be expensive and often a complex and time-consuming process. Eliminate those challenges with StickmanCyber’s virtual CISO with a monthly retainer based on the level of service you require.
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Perfect solutions for niche
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Access to a broad range of skills
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Experience
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Cost
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Reduced stress and effort on employees in-house
End-to-end Cybersecurity Management
As you focus on running your business, your dedicated, virtual, outsourced CISO ensures that all aspects of your organisational security run like clockwork.
A virtual CISO can orchestrate:
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Cybersecurity strategy
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Policies and procedures
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Governance and Risk assessment
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Compliance
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Proactive cybersecurity
and more.
Why you need a CISO
Complex Threat Environment
Cybersecurity needs are congruent with the size of your organisation, understanding your organisation's threat environment should be the first thing you do before you decide to hire a chief information security officer. Depending on the intricacy of your threat environment, your organisation can prioritize its security.
Policies and Procedures
It's easy.Improved cybersecurity policies can help employees better understand how to maintain the security of data and applications. For your business to have effective information security policies and procedures in place and for it to be maintained, you may require the expertise and experience of a CISO.
Governance, Risk and Compliance
Organisations in certain industries handle and on occasions store extensive amounts of sensitive information, for example in the healthcare and finance industry. This causes them to be heavily regulated, therefore they require an extensive and comprehensive cybersecurity solution compared to regular businesses.
Resolving the Expertise Gap
Cybersecurity has become a top priority of business around the world, leading to an increase in demand for experts. Unfortunately, the demand for information security professionals with right experience and expertise at an affordable cost exceeds availability, which is why a Virtual CISO may be the perfect solution.
Key Roles CISOs Perform
Implementing and Overseeing a Cybersecurity Program
A key role for a CISO within your organisation is to provide guidance on your cybersecurity program on a strategic level. Along with guidance, it is a CISO’s responsibility to make sure organisations remain compliant with cybersecurity standards, policy, regulations and legislation.
Managing Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery
Implementing existing business continuity and disaster recovery plans is another key role of a CISO. Security incidents can have numerous effects on an organisation’s wellbeing, for example, ransomware incidents can cause downtime as the business recovers. A CISO can play a vital role in managing business continuity in the aftermath of a security incident.
Aligning Cybersecurity and Business Objectives
Make sure that the objectives of your organisation’s cybersecurity program are in line with the objectives that your organisation hopes to achieve. One key function of this role is to ensure clear communication between security personnel and key stakeholders.
Promote a Culture of Strong Information Security
It's easy.Another key role of a CISO is to promote a culture of strong information security, to facilitate broad security cultural change across their organisation, the CISO should act as a thought leader, continually communicating their strategy and vision. This can be effectively achieved by tailoring communications to different parts of the organisation and being topical for the intended audience.
Comprehensive Cybersecurity Reporting
CISOs play an important role when it comes to providing business leaders with intelligence on key cybersecurity trends, in addition to providing upper-level management with a consolidated and comprehensive view of their organisation's cybersecurity posture.
Managing Vendor Information Security Risks
There is a significant risk to your organisation’s information security via the suppliers and service providers you work with. A CISO can help ensure that consistent vendor management processes are in place to mitigate these information security risks.
Monitoring Incident Response Activities
A CISO oversees how well internal teams handle a cybersecurity incident when it is identified. If needed a CISO is expected to step in and manage incident response, i.e. in a major security breach
crisis management is the responsibility of the CISO. During a security incident, it is the CISO’s responsibility to bring a level of clarity to the key internal and external stakeholders.
Ownership and Accountability of Cybersecurity Budgets
It's easy.It is also the responsibility of a CISO to use the allocated budget towards an organisation's cybersecurity program efficiently and effectively. A CISO can help an organisation make decisions when it comes to investing in cybersecurity smartly.
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What is penetration testing?Penetration testing, also known as pen testing or ethical hacking, is the simulated attack on a computer system, network, or web application to evaluate its security. The goal of a penetration test in Australia is to identify vulnerabilities that could be exploited by an attacker and to provide recommendations for improving security.
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What are the benefits of penetration testing?Penetration testing can help organisations identify and address vulnerabilities in their systems before they can be exploited by attackers. This can improve the overall security of the organisation and reduce the risk of a data breach or other cyber attack. Additionally, penetration testing in Australia can help organisations comply with industry regulations and standards, such as PCI-DSS and HIPAA.
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What penetration testing services in Australia does StickmanCyber offer?Our company offers a variety of penetration testing services in Australia, including external and internal network penetration testing, web application penetration testing, and wireless network testing. We also offer social engineering testing, and compliance testing like PCI-DSS, HIPPA, and SOC 2.
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How is StickmanCyber different from other penetration testing companies in Australia?Our penetration testing company in Australia prides itself on providing high-quality, thorough pen testing services. We use a combination of automated tools and manual testing methods to ensure that all potential vulnerabilities are identified. Our team of experienced penetration testers have a diverse skill set and stay up-to-date with the latest hacking techniques. Additionally, we offer customised pen testing packages to meet the specific needs of each client.
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What is the process of penetration testing services?The pen testing process typically begins with a consultation to discuss the client's specific needs and objectives. Next, we will conduct the actual penetration test, using a combination of automated tools and manual testing methods. After the test is complete, we will provide a detailed report of our findings, including a list of identified vulnerabilities and recommendations for remediation. Finally, we will work with the client to verify that vulnerabilities have been fixed and to ensure that the security of the system has been improved.
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How often should an organization conduct penetration testing?It is recommended that organizations conduct regular penetration testing, at least once a year, or more frequently if they are subject to compliance regulations. Additionally, it's also recommended to run a test after any major changes in network or applications.