Tailored Consulting Solutions for Your Security Needs
FLEXIBLE & RELIABLE SECURITY EXPERTISE — MADE FOR YOU.
No matter your industry, organization size, or current security posture, having experts assess your security is crucial. Our cyber consulting services cover risk assessment, defense design, and incident response, helping you identify and address vulnerabilities in your network.
Ascend’s Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) services offer on-demand cybersecurity leadership at a fraction of the cost of a full-time CISO. With the average annual cost of a CISO over $200,000 and a shortage of cybersecurity skills, our vCISO services provide essential expertise to enhance your cybersecurity maturity and manage risk effectively.
Leverage security expertise to protect your organization with a vCISO
Ascend’s virtual CISO services provide your organization with experienced cybersecurity leaders who collaborate with your team to implement risk reduction controls, monitor emerging threats, and ensure compliance with regulatory obligations. By conducting a needs analysis, our vCISOs develop a customized cybersecurity roadmap that aligns with your business objectives, risk appetite, and budget, ensuring targeted and effective initiatives.
Our vCISOs continuously manage risks by refining cybersecurity controls tailored to your business practices, improving your overall cybersecurity posture. They proactively detect and respond to emerging threats, maintaining robust cybersecurity governance through regular reviews with technical resources, senior management, and board members. Leveraging industry best practices, our vCISOs implement key controls, including information security policies, incident response plans, vendor risk management, cybersecurity tool evaluation, and zero trust architecture.
Benefits of a vCISO
- Specialized cybersecurity expertise & access to cyber threat intelligence
- Significant savings with no full-time payroll or training & certification costs
- Dedicated cyber business partner to work with leadership & meet goals
- Unbiased, third-party eyes on your organization’s cyber program
Your vCISO Security Program
Needs analysis
We start by understanding your business objectives, compliance gaps, and cybersecurity risks to tailor a comprehensive cybersecurity plan.
Custom Security Strategy
Our vCISOs develop a strategic roadmap that prioritizes cybersecurity initiatives according to your specific requirements and desired outcomes.
Collaborative Implementation
Work directly with our vCISOs to implement cybersecurity controls that align with your business practices, reducing the impact on your staff.
Proactive
Monitoring
Our vCISOs constantly stay vigilant for emerging threats, responding on-demand to mitigate risks swiftly.
Ongoing
Governance
Our vCISOs constantly stay vigilant for emerging threats, responding on-demand to mitigate risks swiftly.
Our vCISO Process
Discovery
Understand how your organization operates, identify what assets are critical to it’s success, and learn what risks are apparent.
Analysis
assessment for technical and non-technical security deficiencies. Both strengths and weaknesses are evaluated and documented.
Strategy
Your risk management roadmap is custom made for your organization. It contains an overview of the risks identified along with recommendations.
Oversight
Your vCISO will work with leadership to align the initiatives with your organization’s vision, budget, and risk tolerance.
Security consulting Benefits
- Cyber Risk Management: Identify cybersecurity gaps,
plus receive advice & consulting around compliance frameworks - Ongoing Support: Continuous contact with experts,
valuable insight, & support for security initiatives - Program Customization: Scale consulting services to fit the specific security concerns & needs of your organization
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a vCISO?
A vCISO, or Virtual Chief Information Security Officer, is a certified cybersecurity expert who provides virtual cybersecurity leadership and strategic guidance on a part-time basis
How does Ascend customize its vCISO services for my organization?
We conduct a needs analysis to understand your risks, compliance requirements, and objectives, then develop a tailored cybersecurity roadmap to address your unique challenges.
How often do vCISOs interact with our team?
Our vCISOs engage in regular monthly, quarterly, and annual status reviews to ensure ongoing cybersecurity governance and support.
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With our expert guidance and strategic insights, you can navigate the complexities of cybersecurity with confidence, ensuring the protection of your valuable assets and the achievement of your business objectives.
