CyBER Security POSTURE ASSESSMENT (CPA)

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To identify potential vulnerabilities and threats that could exploit weaknesses in and organisation's security framework.

Legacy security tools, resources and procedures can leave and organisation wondering if they are capable of preventing, detecting and responding to today's threats

To ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards, such as AUS Privacy Act 1988, Notifiable Data Breaches (NDB) Scheme, Aus Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) Guidelines, AUS Signals Directorates (ASD) Information Security Manual (ISM), Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS), Health Records and Information Privacy Act 2002 (HRIP Act), AS ISO/IEC 27001:2013, Corporations Act 2001.  Non-compliance can result in legal penalties, reputational damage, and financial losses. 

To proactively detect weaknesses before they can be exploited by cyber criminals, thereby reducing the likelihood of data breaches and security incidents.

Resources and security staff are hard to find, and can be difficult to maintain. A Posture Assessment is a great tool that will help new security members or teams understand their organisation's current threat landscape and what vulnerabilities exist.

To help organisations prioritise their security investments based on the identified risks and vulnerabilities.

To establish a baseline for ongoing security improvements and to track progress over time.

Identifying and cataloguing all hardware, software and data assets within the organisation.

Using automated tools to scan for known vulnerabilities in systems and applications

Evaluating potential threats, including insider threats and external attacks.

Assessing existing security policies and procedures for relevance and effectiveness.

Simulating real-world attacks to identify weakness in security defences.

Evaluating systems and application configurations to ensure they align with best practices and security standards.

By identifying and addressing vulnerabilities, organisations can strengthen their overall security posture.

Provides valuable insights to help management make informed decisions about security investments and policies.

Helps ensure that the organization meets regulatory requirements, reducing the risk of penalties or legal issues. 

Educates stakeholders about potential risks and the importance of security best practices.

By understanding the security landscape, organizations can develop more effective incident response plans and strategies.

Preventing security incidents can lead to significant cost savings by avoiding data breaches, loss of customer trust, and legal penalties.