Framework Assessments
Benchmark your organization against regulatory and industry frameworks.
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About NIST's CSF 2.0
The NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0 is an updated version of the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s widely adopted framework for managing cybersecurity risks. It provides a flexible and scalable approach to improving cybersecurity across industries by focusing on five core functions: Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, and Recover.
Version 2.0 introduces updates to address emerging technologies, supply chain risks, and organizational governance. By aligning cybersecurity efforts with business objectives, NIST CSF 2.0 helps organizations enhance resilience, reduce risks, and meet regulatory and industry requirements effectively.
About ISO 27001
ISO/IEC 27001 is an internationally recognized standard for managing information security and safeguarding sensitive data. It provides a systematic framework for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving an Information Security Management System (ISMS).
The standard emphasizes cybersecurity measures such as risk management, access control, incident response, and encryption to protect against threats to confidentiality, integrity, and availability. By addressing technical, physical, and organizational security, ISO 27001 helps organizations mitigate cyber risks, meet regulatory requirements, and build trust with stakeholders. Certification demonstrates a commitment to robust cybersecurity practices and continuous improvement.
About NYDFS
The New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) cybersecurity regulation, formally known as 23 NYCRR 500, is a comprehensive framework designed to protect the financial services industry from cyber threats. It applies to financial institutions, insurance companies, and other entities regulated by the NYDFS.
The regulation mandates robust security measures, including risk assessments, cybersecurity policies, incident response plans, and regular reporting. It also requires the appointment of a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and annual certification of compliance. NYDFS aims to safeguard sensitive customer data and ensure the resilience of the financial sector against evolving cyber risks.
About HIPAA
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is a U.S. federal law enacted to protect sensitive patient health information (PHI) from unauthorized access and disclosure. It establishes standards for safeguarding electronic health records, ensuring data privacy, and securing healthcare transactions.
HIPAA applies to healthcare providers, health plans, clearinghouses, and their business associates. Key components include the Privacy Rule, Security Rule, and Breach Notification Rule. Compliance with HIPAA is critical for maintaining patient trust, avoiding legal penalties, and ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of healthcare data.
About CMMC
The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is a framework developed by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) to ensure that contractors and organizations in the defense supply chain adhere to robust cybersecurity practices. It establishes five levels of maturity, ranging from basic cyber hygiene to advanced capabilities, depending on the sensitivity of information handled. CMMC integrates standards from frameworks like NIST 800-171 and focuses on safeguarding Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
Achieving CMMC compliance is essential for organizations aiming to work with the DoD, as it demonstrates their ability to protect critical defense data from evolving cyber threats.
About PCI DSS 4.0
The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) is a globally recognized framework designed to safeguard payment card data and reduce the risk of fraud. Established by the PCI Security Standards Council (PCI SSC), it applies to organizations that handle cardholder information, including merchants, service providers, and financial institutions. PCI DSS outlines specific security requirements across areas such as secure network architecture, data protection, access control, and monitoring.
Compliance with PCI DSS not only protects sensitive data but also helps organizations build trust with customers and meet regulatory obligations.
In the end
It's all about the report.
We're big on content, short on fluff.
Executive Summary
More art than science, conveying the results of a very technical work to non-technical people is a skillset unto itself. We believe we've cracked the code on making this content accessible and understandable to the highest levels of management in an organization.
Strategic recommendations to support and enable executives in making decisions, packaged for executive delivery.
Assessment Results
Findings—categorized, prioritized, and ranked by criticality and estimated remediation effort.
Each finding receives a detailed breakdown including a description of the risk, detailing the threat it poses to the organization, where that issue was observed and how to remediate it. When applicable, screen captures and steps to reproduce the issue are documented.
Appendices
Cyber Kill Chains provide step-by-step walkthroughs, illustrating the severity and impact of various risks and how an attacker may leverage them.
Detailed summaries, processes, and results for engagement campaigns (i.e., recon, wireless, physical testing), which include images, statistics, tools, and techniques used.
In short, we provide all the steps necessary to show our work.
reports and deliverables that just
make sense.
Cybersecurity frameworks can be complex, but your assessment report doesn’t have to be. Our framework assessment deliverables are designed to make sense, combining clear, concise insights with actionable, pragmatic advice tailored to your organization.
We cut through the jargon to provide you with a roadmap that’s easy to follow, empowering you to strengthen your security posture, achieve compliance, and address risks effectively—without overwhelming your team. With us, you’ll get the clarity you need to take confident steps toward a more secure future.
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