Industry Specialization
Healthcare
Healthcare
Healthcare
With deep expertise in healthcare cybersecurity, we excel in safeguarding sensitive patient data and ensuring the security of critical medical devices. Our solutions go beyond HIPAA compliance, addressing the broader spectrum of risks inherent in modern healthcare environments. We specialize in protecting connected medical devices from c
With deep expertise in healthcare cybersecurity, we excel in safeguarding sensitive patient data and ensuring the security of critical medical devices. Our solutions go beyond HIPAA compliance, addressing the broader spectrum of risks inherent in modern healthcare environments. We specialize in protecting connected medical devices from cyber threats, ensuring patient safety and uninterrupted clinical operations. By employing advanced tools like Cloud SIEM, XDR, and comprehensive risk management frameworks, we help healthcare organizations proactively identify vulnerabilities, mitigate risks, and maintain trust in their care delivery systems.
Utilities
Healthcare
Healthcare
With extensive experience in securing critical infrastructure, we provide specialized cybersecurity services tailored to the unique needs of utility companies. Our expertise includes ensuring compliance with NERC-CIP standards, implementing Zero Trust Architecture to safeguard operational technology (OT) environments, and aligning securi
With extensive experience in securing critical infrastructure, we provide specialized cybersecurity services tailored to the unique needs of utility companies. Our expertise includes ensuring compliance with NERC-CIP standards, implementing Zero Trust Architecture to safeguard operational technology (OT) environments, and aligning security measures with the Purdue Model to segment and protect industrial control systems (ICS). By combining advanced threat detection, risk management strategies, and a deep understanding of utility operations, we empower organizations to mitigate risks, enhance system reliability, and maintain compliance in an increasingly complex threat landscape.
Education
Healthcare
Education
With a proven track record of delivering tailored cybersecurity solutions, we specialize in addressing the unique challenges faced by higher education institutions. Our expertise includes safeguarding sensitive student records in compliance with FERPA, implementing advanced threat detection to prevent ransomware attacks, and ensuring sea
With a proven track record of delivering tailored cybersecurity solutions, we specialize in addressing the unique challenges faced by higher education institutions. Our expertise includes safeguarding sensitive student records in compliance with FERPA, implementing advanced threat detection to prevent ransomware attacks, and ensuring seamless integration with campus-wide IT systems. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as Cloud SIEM, XDR, and managed Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC), we empower institutions to protect their data assets while maintaining an optimal balance between security and accessibility.
case study
Case Study: Enhancing Cybersecurity at a Community College with vCISO Services
Background
REDACTED Community College (RCC) is a large institution serving over 30,000 students and 1,200 staff members. Like many community colleges, RCC faced resource constraints, competing priorities, and an evolving cyber threat landscape. A recent uptick in ransomware attacks on higher education institutions, including a nearby sister institution, heightened the urgency to strengthen RCC’s security posture. However, the college lacked the internal expertise and resources to develop a comprehensive cybersecurity program.
The Challenge
RCC’s leadership recognized the critical need to address foundational gaps in its cybersecurity strategy. Key issues included:
• Absence of Governance: No formalized cybersecurity steering committee or documented security program charter to guide decision-making.
• Policy Gaps: Lack of established security policies and standards to create consistency and accountability.
• Ransomware Vulnerabilities: Significant risks in email security, endpoint protection, identity management, DNS infrastructure, and recovery capabilities.
• Limited Expertise: A small tactical IT team with limited capacity to proactively manage and mitigate risks.
Solution: Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) Services
RCC partnered with Provetis, a cybersecurity consulting firm, to provide Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) services. The vCISO worked closely with RCC’s leadership to establish a vision for transforming their security posture.
Implementation
1. Developing Foundational Security Program Elements
o Cybersecurity Steering Committee: A steering committee was established, bringing together IT leaders and executive stakeholders to align security initiatives with institutional priorities.
o Security Program Charter: Provetis developed a charter defining RCC’s security objectives, guiding principles, and roles, ensuring accountability and direction for cybersecurity efforts.
o Policies and Standards: The vCISO led the creation of comprehensive security policies and standards, including acceptable use policies, incident response protocols, and data classification guidelines.
2. Assessing and Mitigating Ransomware Risk
o Email Security: Enhanced email defenses with advanced threat protection, phishing simulations, and user awareness training.
o Endpoint Protection: Deployed next-generation endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools to detect and block ransomware activity in real-time.
o Identity Management: Implemented multi-factor authentication (MFA) and strengthened identity governance processes to minimize unauthorized access.
o DNS Security: Deployed DNS filtering solutions to block malicious domains and reduce the risk of command-and-control attacks.
o Recovery Capabilities: Improved backup strategies with regular testing of data recovery processes, ensuring rapid restoration in the event of an attack.
Results
Within 12 months of engaging the vCISO services, RCC achieved significant improvements in its cybersecurity posture:
• Governance: The cybersecurity steering committee became a critical driver of security initiatives, ensuring alignment with institutional goals.
• Policy Framework: New policies and standards provided clarity and consistency, enabling RCC to meet regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Ransomware Mitigation: RCC reported a reduction in phishing and account compromise incidents, positioning the institution to prevent and withstand potential ransomware attacks.
• Cultural Shift: Faculty and staff became more engaged in cybersecurity, reflecting a broader institutional commitment to safeguarding sensitive data and systems.
Conclusion
By leveraging vCISO services, REDACTED Community College transitioned from a reactive to a proactive cybersecurity strategy. The development of foundational security program elements and targeted ransomware mitigation efforts empowered RCC to protect its community and continue its mission of delivering quality education. This case highlights how tailored vCISO services can drive meaningful transformation, even for resource-constrained institutions.
