Governance, Risk and Compliance

Governance

Security Strategy and Roadmap
Policy, Procedure and Security Standards
Security and Privacy Awareness Program

A data governance security and privacy strategy and roadmap serve as essential elements of an organization’s overall security framework. The strategy offers a high-level view of the organization’s security approach, while the roadmap delineates specific steps and measures required to fulfill the strategy’s objectives.

Our Security Strategy and Roadmap service initiate with a comprehensive assessment of the organization’s current security standing, followed by the robust security strategy with clear goals and objectives. Subsequently, a detailed roadmap is crafted to guide the organization towards achieving these objectives. This roadmap entails specific tasks, milestones, timelines, and resource allocations, while also considering potential obstacles or challenges that may emerge during implementation.

Key components of developing a comprehensive security strategy and roadmap include:

Understanding legal and regulatory compliance requirements pertinent to the organization.
Defining security objectives in alignment with the organization’s overarching goals.
Conducting an As-Is-Assessment to grasp the current cyber threat landscape and cybersecurity maturity.
Documenting a cybersecurity strategy derived from the established security objectives.
Crafting a Cyber Security Roadmap delineating the steps necessary to achieve defined objectives.
Ensuring ongoing monitoring and evaluation of the organization’s security posture.

Having a comprehensive Information Security Policy is essential for any organization to ensure the protection of sensitive information and maintain a strong security posture. Organization’s guidelines and procedures for protecting its sensitive information from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. It serves as a foundation for an organization’s overall data governance security and privacy posture by defining the rules and responsibilities related to information security. It helps establish a framework for identifying and mitigating risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and safeguarding the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data. Here’s how we can assist you in creating effective security policies, procedures, and guidelines:

Customized Policies and Procedures: We will work with your organization to develop tailored security policies and procedures that align with your specific industry, regulatory requirements, and security goals. These policies will address areas such as access control, data protection, incident response, and risk management.
Alignment with Security Goals: Our approach focuses on aligning security policies and procedures with your organization’s overall security goals and objectives. We will work closely with your team to understand your specific security needs and develop policies that support your strategic initiatives.
Industry Best Practices: We will incorporate industry best practices and standards, such as ISO 27001, PCI DSS, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and GDPR, into your security policies to ensure comprehensive coverage and compliance with relevant regulations.
Security Awareness Training: In addition to creating policies and procedures, we can also develop security awareness training programs for your employees, partners, and customers. These programs will educate stakeholders about security risks, their roles and responsibilities, and best practices for protecting sensitive information.
Continuous Improvement: We understand that security threats and technologies are constantly evolving. Therefore, we will regularly review and update your security policies and procedures to ensure they remain effective and up-to-date with the latest threats and best practices.
Culture of Security Awareness: By establishing clear policies, procedures, and guidelines, and providing comprehensive security awareness training, we will help foster a culture of security awareness and accountability within your organization.

Our goal is to collaborate with you to create robust security policies and procedures that effectively mitigate risks, ensure regulatory compliance, and protect your organization’s sensitive information.

An Information Security Awareness Program is crucial for any organization to build a strong culture of cybersecurity awareness and accountability among its employees. Investing in an Information Security Awareness Program is essential for organizations to protect sensitive data, mitigate risks, and strengthen their resilience against cyber threats. It is a proactive measure that empowers employees to play an active role in maintaining a secure and resilient organization in an increasingly digital world.

Our Security and Privacy awareness program can benefit your organization:

Educating Employees: By providing structured training and educational materials, an Information Security Awareness Program helps employees understand the importance of safeguarding sensitive information and data. This includes educating them about common cyber threats such as phishing attacks, malware, and social engineering tactics.

Empowering the Workforce: By increasing employees’ knowledge and understanding of potential risks, organizations empower their workforce to recognize and respond to security threats effectively. Employees become the first line of defense against cyber attacks, helping to reduce the likelihood of data breaches and security incidents.

Fostering a Culture of Security Awareness: An Information Security Awareness Program fosters a culture of cybersecurity awareness and accountability within the organization. By promoting a shared responsibility for security among all employees, organizations create a collective effort to protect sensitive data and mitigate risks.

Enhancing Security Posture: Investing in an Information Security Awareness Program helps your organization strengthen its overall security posture. By raising awareness and providing ongoing training, your organizations can better defend against cyber threats and vulnerabilities, ultimately reducing the risk of data breaches and other security incidents.

Compliance and Regulatory Requirements: Many industry regulations and standards require organizations to provide security awareness training to their employees. Implementing an Information Security Awareness Program ensures compliance with these requirements and helps organizations avoid potential penalties for non-compliance.

Continuous Improvement: An effective Information Security Awareness Program includes mechanisms for ongoing evaluation and improvement. By regularly assessing the program’s effectiveness and incorporating feedback from employees, organizations can continuously enhance their security awareness efforts and adapt to evolving threats.

We specialize in developing comprehensive Security and Privacy awareness programs, including the creation of a Security and Privacy Awareness Framework, interactive role-based training programs (including classroom, virtual, and e-learning options), and phishing simulation exercises. Let us help you strengthen your organization’s security awareness efforts and build a more resilient cybersecurity culture.

Risk Management

Information Security Risk Management
Third-Party Information Security Risk Management Service

Information security risk management is an essential process for organizations, involving the identification, assessment, and mitigation of potential risks to their information systems and data. By proactively managing these risks, businesses can shield themselves from cyber threats, data breaches, and other security incidents that may disrupt their operations and damage their reputation.

Our Risk Management approach draws upon established standards and best practices such as ISO, NIST, and Octave. We begin by comprehensively understanding the critical functions of the organization, its business processes, sensitive data points, and the effectiveness of existing controls. This understanding enables us to prioritize security efforts and allocate resources effectively, ensuring that the most critical risks are addressed promptly and efficiently.

Our Third-Party Information Security Risk Management Service is designed to help organizations effectively identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with their external vendors, suppliers, and partners. Here’s an overview of the risk management services we offer:

Third-Party Information Security Risk Management Framework Development: We assist organizations in developing a comprehensive Third-Party Information Security Risk Management Framework tailored to their specific needs and risk tolerance. This framework outlines the policies, procedures, and processes for managing third-party risks throughout their lifecycle.

Third-Party Information Security Risk Assessment: We provides organizations with a comprehensive approach to identifying, assessing, and mitigating Information Security risks associated with their external vendors, suppliers, service providers, and partners.

External Dependencies Management (EDM) Assessment: We assess the organization’s external dependencies to identify critical dependencies that may pose risks to its security. This assessment helps identify potential single points of failure in the supply chain and vulnerabilities in external relationships. Key Components of the EDM Assessment:

Relationship Formation: This aspect of the assessment examines how organizations establish connections with external parties within the ICT supply chain. It evaluates the processes and criteria used to select vendors, suppliers, and service providers, ensuring alignment with the organization’s risk tolerance and security requirements.
Relationship Management and Governance: Here, the assessment focuses on the ongoing management of relationships with external dependencies. It assesses the effectiveness of governance structures, communication channels, and oversight mechanisms in place to monitor and regulate the activities of third-party entities. This includes contractual agreements, service level agreements (SLAs), and compliance frameworks to ensure adherence to security standards and regulatory requirements.
Service Protection and Sustainment: This aspect evaluates the measures implemented by the organization to protect its high-value services and assets throughout the duration of the relationship with external parties. It assesses the effectiveness of security controls, incident response procedures, and contingency plans to mitigate risks and ensure business continuity. Additionally, it examines the organization’s ability to sustain the delivery of critical services despite potential disruptions or incidents involving external dependencies.

By leveraging our Third-Party Information Security Risk Management Service, organizations can enhance their ability to identify and mitigate risks associated with external vendors, suppliers, and partners, ultimately improving their overall cybersecurity posture and resilience.

Compliance

PCI DSS
ISO 27001
UAE NESA
Regulatory Readiness Assessment

The PCI Security Standard encompasses technical and operational requirements aimed at safeguarding cardholder data. These standards are applicable to all entities involved in the storage, processing, or transmission of such data.

Our PCI DSS methodology comprises comprehensive steps to ensure compliance and security:

Scoping Exercise: We conduct a detailed scoping exercise to define the scope of the PCI DSS compliance efforts, identifying all systems, processes, and personnel involved in handling cardholder data.
Introductory Awareness Session: We provide an introductory awareness session to educate key stakeholders within the organization about the importance of PCI DSS compliance and their roles and responsibilities in achieving it.
Gap Analysis: We conduct a thorough gap analysis to identify any discrepancies between the organization’s current security posture and the requirements outlined in the PCI DSS. This helps pinpoint areas that require remediation to achieve compliance.
Remediation Support: We offer both offsite and onsite remediation support to assist the organization in addressing identified gaps and implementing necessary security controls and measures to achieve compliance.
Compliance Readiness Assessment: We collaborate with qualified security assessors (QSAs) to conduct a compliance readiness assessment, ensuring that the organization is adequately prepared for the formal compliance audit. This involves thorough reviews and assessments to verify compliance with the PCI DSS requirements.

By following our PCI DSS methodology, organizations can effectively navigate the compliance process, address any security gaps, and achieve and maintain PCI DSS compliance to protect cardholder data and maintain trust with customers and stakeholders.

The ISO 27001 framework is a comprehensive set of requirements designed to establish, implement, maintain, and continually improve an Information Security Management System (ISMS). Recognized as the leading standard for information security by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), this framework aims to protect organizations’ information assets in a systematic and cost-effective manner, irrespective of their size or industry.

Our services encompass supporting organizations in implementing the ISO 27001 framework and preparing them for certification audits. We at SandBox Security provide tailored assistance to ensure that organizations effectively address the requirements of the standard and establish robust information security practices. Our approach includes:

Framework Implementation: We guide organizations through the process of implementing the ISO 27001 framework, helping them define policies, procedures, and controls necessary for safeguarding their information assets.
Risk Assessment and Management: We assist organizations in conducting comprehensive risk assessments to identify and evaluate threats, vulnerabilities, and risks to their organization. Subsequently, we help develop risk treatment plans to mitigate identified risks effectively.
Documentation and Compliance: Our team aids organizations in developing documentation, including policies, procedures, and records, required for ISO 27001 compliance. We ensure alignment with the standard’s requirements and facilitate adherence to established best practices.
Training and Awareness: We offer security training sessions and awareness programs to educate employees about their roles and responsibilities in maintaining information security. This helps foster a culture of security awareness throughout the organization.
Preparation for Certification Audits: We provide guidance and support to organizations preparing for ISO 27001 certification audits. Our expertise helps ensure that organizations are well-prepared to demonstrate compliance with the standard’s requirements and successfully achieve certification.

By partnering with us, organizations can effectively leverage the ISO 27001 framework to enhance their information security posture, mitigate risks, and demonstrate their commitment to protecting sensitive information assets.

The UAE NESA (National Electronic Security Authority) assessment is a crucial step for organizations operating in the UAE to ensure compliance with the country’s cybersecurity regulations and standards. NESA assessments are mandated by the UAE government to assess and enhance the cybersecurity posture of critical infrastructure and key sectors.

Our UAE NESA Assessment Services: We specialize in providing comprehensive NESA assessment services tailored to the unique needs and regulatory requirements of organizations in the UAE. Our services cover all aspects of NESA compliance, including:

NESA Framework Alignment: We help organizations align their cybersecurity practices with the NESA Cybersecurity Standards and Guidelines, ensuring compliance with the latest regulatory requirements.

Gap Analysis and Remediation: Our team conducts detailed gap analysis assessments to identify areas where your organization’s cybersecurity practices may fall short of NESA requirements. We then work closely with your team to develop and implement remediation plans to address any gaps.

Security Controls Evaluation: Our experts evaluate your organization’s implementation of security controls required by the NESA framework, including access controls, encryption, logging and monitoring, and secure configuration management.

Compliance Documentation and Reporting: Our team helps organizations prepare the necessary documentation and reports required for NESA compliance, including policies, procedures, risk assessments, and incident response plans.

Ensure the security and resilience of your organization’s critical infrastructure and operations with our comprehensive UAE NESA assessment services. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you achieve and maintain compliance with NESA cybersecurity requirements.

A Regulatory Readiness Assessment serves as a thorough evaluation of an organization’s readiness to adhere to regulatory requirements within its industry. This assessment involves a comprehensive review of current policies, procedures, practices, and systems to ensure alignment with relevant laws and regulations. By conducting such an assessment, companies can identify any gaps in their compliance efforts and proactively address them, thereby mitigating potential penalties or legal issues.

We offer support for readiness assessments across various compliance frameworks, including:

PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard): We assist organizations in assessing their readiness to comply with PCI DSS requirements, ensuring the secure handling of cardholder data and compliance with payment card industry standards.
ISO 27001 (Information Security Management System): Our services help organizations evaluate their readiness to implement and adhere to the ISO 27001 framework, ensuring effective information security management practices.
RBI Regulations (Reserve Bank of India): We support organizations in assessing their readiness to comply with regulatory requirements issued by the Reserve Bank of India, ensuring adherence to banking and financial regulations.
Cyber Security Frameworks (RBI, SAMA, CBK, CBE, etc.): We assist organizations in evaluating their readiness to comply with cyber security frameworks established by regulatory authorities such as the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority (SAMA), Central Bank of Kuwait (CBK), Central Bank of Egypt (CBE), and others.
QCB Technology Risk Framework (Qatar Central Bank): Our services help organizations assess their readiness to comply with the Technology Risk Framework established by the Qatar Central Bank, ensuring effective management of technology-related risks in the banking sector.

Through our readiness assessment services, organizations can identify areas of non-compliance or vulnerability and take proactive measures to address them, thereby enhancing their overall compliance posture and mitigating regulatory risks

1) Governance

1.1) Security Strategy and Roadmap

Key components of developing a comprehensive security strategy and roadmap include:

Understanding legal and regulatory compliance requirements pertinent to the organization.
Defining security objectives in alignment with the organization’s overarching goals.
Conducting an As-Is-Assessment to grasp the current cyber threat landscape and cybersecurity maturity.
Documenting a cybersecurity strategy derived from the established security objectives.
Crafting a Cyber Security Roadmap delineating the steps necessary to achieve defined objectives.
Ensuring ongoing monitoring and evaluation of the organization’s security posture.

1.2) Policy, Procedure and Security Standards

Having a comprehensive Information Security Policy is essential for any organization to ensure the protection of sensitive information and maintain a strong security posture. Organization’s guidelines and procedures for protecting its sensitive information from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. It serves as a foundation for an organization’s overall security posture by defining the rules and responsibilities related to information security. It helps establish a framework for identifying and mitigating risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and safeguarding the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data. Here’s how we can assist you in creating effective security policies, procedures, and guidelines:

Customized Policies and Procedures: We will work with your organization to develop tailored security policies and procedures that align with your specific industry, regulatory requirements, and security goals. These policies will address areas such as access control, data protection, incident response, and risk management.
Alignment with Security Goals: Our approach focuses on aligning security policies and procedures with your organization’s overall security goals and objectives. We will work closely with your team to understand your specific security needs and develop policies that support your strategic initiatives.
Industry Best Practices: We will incorporate industry best practices and standards, such as ISO 27001, PCI DSS, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and GDPR, into your security policies to ensure comprehensive coverage and compliance with relevant regulations.
Security Awareness Training: In addition to creating policies and procedures, we can also develop security awareness training programs for your employees, partners, and customers. These programs will educate stakeholders about security risks, their roles and responsibilities, and best practices for protecting sensitive information.
Continuous Improvement: We understand that security threats and technologies are constantly evolving. Therefore, we will regularly review and update your security policies and procedures to ensure they remain effective and up-to-date with the latest threats and best practices.
Culture of Security Awareness: By establishing clear policies, procedures, and guidelines, and providing comprehensive security awareness training, we will help foster a culture of security awareness and accountability within your organization.

1.3) Security and Privacy Awareness Program

Our Security and Privacy awareness program can benefit your organization:

2) Risk

2.1) Information Security Risk Management

2.2) Third-Party Information Security Risk Management Service

Our Third-Party Information Security Risk Management Services is designed to help organizations effectively identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with their external vendors, suppliers, and partners. Here’s an overview of the risk management services we offer:

Relationship Formation: This aspect of the assessment examines how organizations establish connections with external parties within the ICT supply chain. It evaluates the processes and criteria used to select vendors, suppliers, and service providers, ensuring alignment with the organization’s risk tolerance and security requirements.
Relationship Management and Governance: Here, the assessment focuses on the ongoing management of relationships with external dependencies. It assesses the effectiveness of governance structures, communication channels, and oversight mechanisms in place to monitor and regulate the activities of third-party entities. This includes contractual agreements, service level agreements (SLAs), and compliance frameworks to ensure adherence to security standards and regulatory requirements.
Service Protection and Sustainment: This aspect evaluates the measures implemented by the organization to protect its high-value services and assets throughout the duration of the relationship with external parties. It assesses the effectiveness of security controls, incident response procedures, and contingency plans to mitigate risks and ensure business continuity. Additionally, it examines the organization’s ability to sustain the delivery of critical services despite potential disruptions or incidents involving external dependencies.

3) Compliance

3.1) PCI DSS

The PCI Security Standard, encompasses technical and operational requirements aimed at safeguarding cardholder data. These standards are applicable to all entities involved in the storage, processing, or transmission of such data.

Our PCI DSS methodology comprises comprehensive steps to ensure compliance and security:

Scoping Exercise: We conduct a detailed scoping exercise to define the scope of the PCI DSS compliance efforts, identifying all systems, processes, and personnel involved in handling cardholder data.
Introductory Awareness Session: We provide an introductory awareness session to educate key stakeholders within the organization about the importance of PCI DSS compliance and their roles and responsibilities in achieving it.
Gap Analysis: We conduct a thorough gap analysis to identify any discrepancies between the organization’s current security posture and the requirements outlined in the PCI DSS. This helps pinpoint areas that require remediation to achieve compliance.
Remediation Support: We offer both offsite and onsite remediation support to assist the organization in addressing identified gaps and implementing necessary security controls and measures to achieve compliance.
Compliance Readiness Assessment: We collaborate with qualified security assessors (QSAs) to conduct a compliance readiness assessment, ensuring that the organization is adequately prepared for the formal compliance audit. This involves thorough reviews and assessments to verify compliance with the PCI DSS requirements.

3.2) ISO 27001

Framework Implementation: We guide organizations through the process of implementing the ISO 27001 framework, helping them define policies, procedures, and controls necessary for safeguarding their information assets.
Risk Assessment and Management: We assist organizations in conducting comprehensive risk assessments to identify and evaluate threats, vulnerabilities, and risks to their organization. Subsequently, we help develop risk treatment plans to mitigate identified risks effectively.
Documentation and Compliance: Our team aids organizations in developing documentation, including policies, procedures, and records, required for ISO 27001 compliance. We ensure alignment with the standard’s requirements and facilitate adherence to established best practices.
Training and Awareness: We offer information security training sessions and awareness programs to educate employees about their roles and responsibilities in maintaining information security. This helps foster a culture of security awareness throughout the organization.
Preparation for Certification Audits: We provide guidance and support to organizations preparing for ISO 27001 certification audits. Our expertise helps ensure that organizations are well-prepared to demonstrate compliance with the standard’s requirements and successfully achieve certification.

3.3) UAE NESA

3.4) Regulatory Readiness Assessment

We offer support for readiness assessments across various compliance frameworks, including:

PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard): We assist organizations in assessing their readiness to comply with PCI DSS requirements, ensuring the secure handling of cardholder data and compliance with payment card industry standards.
ISO 27001 (Information Security Management System): Our services help organizations evaluate their readiness to implement and adhere to the ISO 27001 framework, ensuring effective information security management practices.
RBI Regulations (Reserve Bank of India): We support organizations in assessing their readiness to comply with regulatory requirements issued by the Reserve Bank of India, ensuring adherence to banking and financial regulations.
Cyber Security Frameworks (RBI, SAMA, CBK, CBE, etc.): We assist organizations in evaluating their readiness to comply with cyber security frameworks established by regulatory authorities such as the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority (SAMA), Central Bank of Kuwait (CBK), Central Bank of Egypt (CBE), and others.
QCB Technology Risk Framework (Qatar Central Bank): Our services help organizations assess their readiness to comply with the Technology Risk Framework established by the Qatar Central Bank, ensuring effective management of technology-related risks in the banking sector.

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