Cybersecurity as a Strategic Imperative.
Cybersecurity isn’t just an IT concern—it’s a strategic challenge impacting every aspect of your organization. Addressing this challenge requires operational and cultural transformations, meticulous planning, and strategic investment. At Monarch ISC, we craft solutions that not only protect your organization but also enhance its competitiveness and sustainability.
Transforming Challenges into Business Opportunities.
Cyber threats are evolving rapidly, and compliance requirements demand robust, forward-thinking strategies. Monarch ISC brings the expertise and insight to help you navigate these challenges effectively while turning cybersecurity into a competitive advantage.
Virtual Information Security Officer (V-ISO)
Your In-House Cybersecurity Partner.
Our Virtual Information Security Officer (V-ISO), or fractional ISO/CISO, service provides your organization with expert cybersecurity leadership, seamlessly integrating compliance and risk management into your operations. Below are the key tasks our V-ISO service covers:
- Monthly Security Meetings (can be 1 on 1, small group setting and/or committee) to provide hands-on oversight & governance of the Information Security Program.
- Review of various security events & incidents. Review of various system reports, as well as the development of reporting metrics (i.e. antivirus, patch mgmt., change mgmt., etc.).
- Monthly meetings to provide guidance, mentoring & support to internal Information Security Director.
- Continued oversight of ongoing security initiatives.
- Collaboration with the development of the Annual Board report.
- Ongoing review & Prioritization guidance on any open audit, or assessment findings.
- Annual Review, update and testing of the Incident Response Plan and Disaster Recovery Plans.
- Unlimited Phone & Email support for ad hoc guidance & questions.
- All other cybersecurity services may be bundled into the V-ISO program. We customize our program for each organization to best fit their needs.
Virtual Information Security Officer (V-ISO): Key Tasks.
Our Virtual Information Security Officer (V-ISO) service provides your organization with expert cybersecurity leadership, seamlessly integrating compliance and risk management into your operations. Below are the key tasks our V-ISO service covers:
Cybersecurity Audits and Risk Management:
- Perform detailed cybersecurity audits to evaluate your compliance with NIST 800-171, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 audits.
- Establish robust cybersecurity risk management strategies to mitigate vulnerabilities.
- Ensure alignment with DoD cybersecurity requirements, including Risk Management Framework (RMF)practices.
- Provide ongoing continuous monitoring for CMMC to maintain compliance.
Tailored Training and Provisional Assessor Assistance:
- Deliver customized training to build internal expertise for compliance.
- Support your team with Provisional Assessors assistance, enabling them to confidently manage compliance requirements.
- Prepare your organization for successful audit preparation and implementation.
Cybersecurity Solutions for Defense Contractors:
- Implement cybersecurity solutions for defense contractors that align with frameworks like NIST cybersecurity frameworks and ISO 27001 certification.
- Provide guidance for achieving and maintaining compliance with FedRAMP assessments and DIB cybersecurity maturity requirements.
- Ensure CMMC readiness for CMMC at all levels, helping to secure your place in the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) supply chain.
Ongoing Compliance and Maintenance:
- Offer certification maintenance services to ensure your organization remains compliant and resilient against evolving threats.
- Integrate best practices for cybersecurity frameworks into your daily operations.
- Provide continuous support to align your cybersecurity measures with compliance and organizational goals.
Expertise That Goes Beyond IT
At Monarch ISC, our Senior Advisors combine over 100 years of cybersecurity expertise with practical business acumen. We understand that a successful cybersecurity program isn’t just about technology—it’s about aligning security measures with your organization’s unique goals and operations.
