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Facts and Figures
Factors such as the progressing digitalization, the increasing networking of systems and data and the growing complexity of the IT landscape require companies to continuously develop and optimize their cybersecurity capabilities. Cyberattacks are one of the biggest threats to modern companies, regardless of their industry or size. The threat situation is omnipresent and constantly evolving. Protecting sensitive data and critical assets is therefore essential.
A cybersecurity maturity assessment is a proven tool to show where there is potential for optimization and what targeted measures you can take to sustainably strengthen your cybersecurity capabilities and make your company more resilient to cyber risks.
Growing threat landscape – challenges for companies
Companies must continuously adapt to effectively counter dynamic threats and attack vectors. The frequency, complexity and sophistication of cyberattacks are constantly increasing. Today, companies are exposed to a variety of threats such as ransomware, phishing, data leaks and DDoS attacks. These attacks can have serious consequences, such as financial losses, reputational damage, business interruptions and fines due to data breaches.
With the increasing use of cloud solutions, the Internet of Things (IoT), Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions and other new technologies, companies’ IT infrastructures are becoming increasingly complex. This complexity creates numerous attack surfaces that cyber criminals can exploit. Vulnerabilities and gaps that are not detected or detected too late make it easier for attackers to penetrate the company. Effective monitoring and a robust cybersecurity framework are therefore essential to identify and mitigate potential risks at an early stage and increase resilience.
People are one of the main targets for cyber criminals. Employees are often the weakest link in the security chain if they are not sufficiently aware of cyber risks. Attacks such as social engineering or phishing are becoming increasingly sophisticated. A lack of security awareness among employees therefore represents a major risk and provides a dangerous gateway for attackers. Continuous investment in employee training and awareness to promote a strong security culture is therefore essential.
Another important factor is the number of laws and regulations in cybersecurity and data protection. Companies are obliged to take security measures to protect their data and assets. Compliance with the regulations presents many companies with challenges, as the large number of regulations and their adaptation make it difficult to always maintain an overview and ensure that the right measures are implemented (in a timely manner).
Added value of a Cyber Security Maturity Assessment
In view of the many challenges, it is essential for companies to continuously review their cybersecurity framework and adapt it to new circumstances. A cybersecurity maturity assessment offers a systematic approach to evaluating the maturity of existing security measures. This involves not only identifying gaps and vulnerabilities, but also taking a comprehensive look at the company’s cybersecurity capabilities.
Such an assessment provides a well-founded inventory of the current security situation and offers valuable insights for targeted improvements. It helps to identify the strengths and weaknesses of existing security measures, processes and controls and clearly shows where action is needed – across all functions of your cybersecurity framework, from identification, protection, detection and response through to recovery. The assessment also provides valuable insights into compliance with applicable laws and regulations, helping companies to meet all necessary compliance requirements.
Another benefit of a cybersecurity maturity assessment is that it raises awareness of cybersecurity at all levels of the organization, from employees to senior management.
The results of the assessment provide the basis for the further development of your cybersecurity strategy by identifying the areas with the greatest risks and the most effective measures to strengthen security. The findings support you in prioritizing investments and resources in cybersecurity and enable you to make well-founded decisions. It is important not to view at the necessary security measures in isolation. The results should be communicated to all relevant stakeholders to gain support for the next steps. Cybersecurity must be an integral part of a company’s overall strategy and risk management.
Our approach
A “good practice” framework such as the NIST Cybersecurity Framework or ISO:IEC 27001/2 serves as the basis for the assessment. We determine the maturity of your framework by studying documents, conducting interviews and inspecting systems and configurations. Based on the resulting findings, we work out your strengths and show you where gaps and weaknesses exist. As a result, we show you the areas with the greatest risks and which measures you can take to achieve the greatest effect in strengthening your security.
We are flexible regarding the underlying framework or standard
We understand that every company has different requirements and preferences when it comes to cybersecurity standards and frameworks. That’s why we are flexible. Whether you prefer the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO:IEC 27001/2 or the ICT Minimum Standard, we can adapt to your organization’s specific needs or suggest a suitable framework.
NIST CYBERSECURITY FRAMEWORK
The NIST Cybersecurity Framework (2.0) is a framework developed by the National Institute of Standard and Technology (NIST), which has proven to be a “good practice” framework for all industries. The framework divides cybersecurity capabilities into 6 functions:
Governance: Embedding cybersecurity into overall organizational governance, strategy, policies and processes.
Identify: Understanding about the systems, data and resources to actively manage risks.
Protect: : Implementing security measures to protect critical systems and data.
Recognize: Building capabilities to detect security incidents in a timely manner.
Respond: Developing plans and measures to deal with security incidents.
Recover: Restoring normal operations after security incidents and minimizing long-term impacts
ISO/IEC 27001/2
The ISO 27001 standard is an internationally recognized framework for information security management systems (ISMS). It helps organizations to systematically protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of information. The standard includes requirements for the planning, implementation, monitoring and continuous improvement of security measures to identify and mitigate risks. The ISO 27002 standard helps organizations to effectively implement the objectives set out in ISO 27001 by making specific recommendations for the selection and implementation of security controls.
ICT MINIMUM STANDARD
The ICT minimum standard consists of 108 controls in 23 categories, which are divided according to the functions of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond and Recover). The standard was developed to strengthen the resilience of critical ICT infrastructures. It offers measures and industry-specific standards that support companies in improving their IT security. The ICT minimum standard is particularly relevant for operators of critical infrastructures but can be used by any company to increase cybersecurity.
Regardless of which framework or standard is best suited to your company, we offer customized solutions that are tailored to your specific requirements. We help you identify and implement the right measures to strengthen your cybersecurity framework and resilience capabilities.
Conclusion
A cybersecurity maturity assessment is an indispensable tool for evaluating and improving an organization’s cybersecurity framework. In a world where cyber threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated and regulatory requirements more stringent, it is crucial to continuously work and invest in the cybersecurity framework. The assessment not only helps to identify vulnerabilities, but also provides the basis for a holistic, resilient security strategy that takes organizational, procedural and technical factors into account. By carrying out maturity assessments on a regular basis, companies can continuously review and improve their security situation to effectively arm themselves against changing threats and remain secure in the long term.
