VISM (Virtual Information Security Manager)

Developing and maintaining a robust cybersecurity posture can be challenging for organisations who either don’t have the necessary skills, time internally or the budget to employ a full time, in house Security Manager. Secarma can provide a Virtual Information Security Manager (VISM) who will be embedded within an organisation for a selected period of time to assist in meeting security objectives.

Who is it for?

A Virtual Information Security Manager (VISM) can benefit a range of companies, who are looking for extra support managing and performing security tasks within their organisation.

For example, small companies might simply not have the resources for a full-time security manager, but require the capabilities that one brings. Additionally, organisations may want security guidance from an independent source that isn't tied to their current hierarchy.

How can we help?

Secarma’s vISM Consultancy can offer a solution to these issues, providing bespoke security support to suit a business’s requirements.

Our experienced consultant will provide an organisation with an independent view of their security posture, as well as the additional benefit of acquiring a security capability on a consumption-based pricing model.

What we test

Whilst some organisations may require support in all areas, others may have certain aspects of security competently covered, only requiring assistance in specific areas. With this in mind, this service is broken down into ‘modules’ which can be utilised in any combination – or in their entirety.

Risk Management - Assisting in compliance work working towards Cyber Essentials, policy review, and building a strong security culture.

Security Protection - Assisting in the development of implementation plans for vulnerability management, penetration testing, and secure workstation builds.

Incident Detection - Assisting in the deployment of log management capabilities, as well as developing an in-house monitoring capability or threat-hunting team.

Minimising Impact - Developing incident response plans, developing incident response plans, incident playbooks, or testing response through table top incident “Wargaming”.

Want to know more about how a virtual information security manager could benefit your organisation? Get in touch with one of our experts today for more information.

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