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Virtual ISO
The ever changing threat environment, coupled with the constant changes in regulatory requirements, have combined to create an atmosphere where information security professionals must continually upgrade their risk management capabilities in order to adequately manage the risk of organizations.
However, not all organizations have a dedicated Information Security Staff or IT Audit Staff. InfoSight's Virtual ISO program was developed to meet the needs of organizations that do not need nor can they afford a full-time ISO.
One data breach, whether done physically or via information networks, can create a devastating financial burden. The value of having access to an experienced professional with the knowledge and expertise of our Virtual ISOs is incalculable.
The Virtual ISO works across business and functional lines to ensure a strategic and comprehensive approach in mitigating operational risks. Through research and benchmarking, they will work with you to define your desired state. They will also assess your current state, and initiate security program development based on a gap analysis. The Virtual ISO cycle is complete with strategic planning (prioritization, tasks, and timelines).
The Virtual ISO is retained on an as-needed basis and provides critical decision making support related to both physical and information security issues.
InfoSight brings a unique set of skills and experience to ensure that our customers receive the most comprehensive, cost-effective security services available. All senior security professionals that participate in the Virtual ISO program hold multiple advanced security certifications, such as:
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
- Certificated Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
- Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
- Certificated Fraud Investigator (CFI)
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What is a
Virtual ISO
A virtual information security officer (ISO) serves as the business leader responsible for the development, implementation and management of the organization's corporate security vision, strategy and programs.
The Virtual ISO is answerable for an organization's security posture, both physical and digital. Virtual ISOs frequently participate in related areas such as business continuity planning, data loss prevention, compliance assurance, and IT infrastructure.
Many small-and-medium-size organizations often cannot afford to pay the salary that a chief security officer commands. Even if an organization could afford the cost of a ISO, the reality is many do not actually require the services of a ISO full time.
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Did you know?
• Board Members are spending 75% more time on risk issues than ever before in history.
• Almost 50% of senior executives surveyed lack confidence that their risk management capabilities allow them to identify and manage all significant business risks they are currently facing.
• Insiders are now considered to be the greatest threat to an organization's information and physical assets as well as the organization's reputation.
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