Our vCISO Methodology (ADIO)

Our methodology for delivering vCISO service is structured around a proven, iterative cycle developed by Cyberatos: Assess, Develop, Implement, and Optimize, or ADIO. This systematic approach guides your organization through every phase of establishing, maturing, and maintaining a robust security posture.

By continually refining controls and adapting to evolving threats and regulations, this methodology ensures not only compliance but also the sustained enhancement of your overall cybersecurity resilience.

This phase is for assessment and identification. Our vCISO will assess the current posture of the client, identify assets, assess gaps, and understand the risks associated with the client's operations:

 

1. Understand the Landscape: Review your company's current business operations, IT infrastructure, and existing security practices, and understand processes for handling data.

2. Gap Analysis: Perform a comprehensive gap analysis, meticulously comparing your "as-is" state against the standard and regulations you're obliged to comply with.

3. Risk Appetite Definition: Work directly with your senior management and board to clearly define and gain approval for the organization's cybersecurity risk appetite. This establishes the foundational tolerance level for cyber risks, guiding all subsequent security decisions.

Based on the assessment findings, vCISO will lead the design and documentation of the comprehensive cybersecurity strategy, policies, and management systems required by the CCG. The vCISO will:

1. Formulate Cybersecurity Strategy & Roadmap: Develop a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy and a clear implementation roadmap.

2. Establish Governance Framework: Guide the establishment of a formal cybersecurity governance model, ensuring clarity on roles, responsibilities, and reporting lines. 

3. Develop Core Policies & Processes: Lead the development, approval, and communication of a comprehensive Cybersecurity Policy that aligns with your business strategy.

4. Oversight Compliance: Establish processes to continually monitor and ensure compliance with applicable cybersecurity standards and national legislations.

In this crucial phase, the vCISO will guide and oversee the practical implementation of the defined strategies, policies, and controls across the insurance company. The vCISO will:

 

1. Operationalize Policies & Processes: Ensure the practical implementation of the developed cybersecurity policies and standards across all relevant departments and systems.

2. Prioritize & Implement Controls: Based on the gap analysis, the vCISO will prioritize remediation efforts. This will involve overseeing the deployment of a prioritized list of technical and operational controls.

3. Execute Awareness & Training: Ensure the cybersecurity awareness and training programs are regularly conducted for all specified personnel, and facilitate specialized training where recommended.

The vCISO will establish mechanisms for continuous monitoring, evaluation, and optimization of the company's cybersecurity posture and compliance.

1. Audit Readiness: Prepare your organization for internal and external cybersecurity audits by ensuring all documentation is complete and controls are demonstrably effective.

2. Ongoing Monitoring & Reporting: Ensure continuous monitoring of the implemented controls and provide regular reports to leadership on security posture, risk profile, and compliance status.

3. Threat Intelligence & Information Sharing: Oversee the establishment of procedures for managing CTI, guide the use of external sources and guide information sharing.

4. Incident Response & Resilience Improvement: Ensure all incidents are reported, and that lessons learned from incidents and BCP/DR tests are incorporated into program improvements.