Virtual Security Manager (VSM)

A Virtual Security Manager (VSM) is a way for your Organisation to have access to industry leading Cyber security knowledge in a flexible and cost-effective way. The Cyber Security Specialists VSM service is a fixed-fee retainer service whereby Clients gain instant access to security experts to provide advice and guidance relating to cyber security and compliance matters.

The VSM service provides peace of mind that security support is always available for your businesses to develop and implement information security strategies that safeguard sensitive information, strengthen brand reputation, and protect customer data.  The required level of VSM support can vary amongst Clients therefore Cyber Security Specialists offer three levels of service – Basic, Standard and Enhanced.

WHAT CAN WE HELP WITH?

• Implementation and delivery support of a Security Improvement Plan
• Business development and Bid response support
• Supporting completion of Client Security questionnaires
• Providing support through the due diligence phase of engaging with a new supplier or third party
• Provide planning and support through internal and external audits
• Internal Security Policy review & development
• Advice dealing with newly publicised security vulnerabilities
• Providing technical security guidance e.g. Endpoints & Cloud
• Data Privacy and GDPR advice and support

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

• Cyber Security Maturity Assesment & detailed report (onsite)
• Set number of days Cyber Security support per month
• Direct access to your VSM via Telephone/Email/Slack
• Monthly Security Reviews
• Keep up to date on Cyber threats and scams via the VSM Slack Channel:
  • Phishing Scams
  • Vulnerabilities
  • Guidance
  • Cyber News

KEY BENEFITS

• Identify your Organisation’s current level of Cyber Security Maturity and exposure to cyber-attacks & data breaches highlighting areas where improvements are needed via our bespoke Cyber Assessment
• Continuously improve your Cyber Security posture and reduce the risk of being subject to a successful cyber-attack
• Gain support in defining and implementing your Organisation’s Security Strategy
• Provide Senior Leadership with the peace of mind that your business is investing in Cyber security and that security issues are being managed by professionals
• Helps you to be better prepared to address the ever-increasing compliance and security regulations
• Have direct access to industry leading Cyber Security experts immediately when needed whilst saving on the recruitment and employment costs of a permanent resource

To discuss how we can support your business growth through our VSM service, please contact a member of the team by emailing info@cybersecurityspecialists.co.uk or calling us on 0161 706 0244.