CISOaaS · Strategy · Governance · Cybersecurity

CISO as a Service

Having a CISO (Chief Information Security Officer) is not a whim, it is the goal that every company must have today.

Initial Assessment
Maturity, risks, and security objectives
Strategic Definition
Policies, roadmap, and governance
Implementation and Management
Execution, supervision, and compliance
Continuous Improvement
Indicators, review, and transfer
Service

What is CISO as a Service?

A CISO (Chief Information Security Officer) is the senior executive in charge of protecting an organization's digital assets, data, and technological infrastructure against threats and cyberattacks.

However, needing to have a person to lead and direct the execution of cybersecurity management and governance activities may not always be feasible or easy. The availability of financial resources, as well as human resource management, can hinder the achievement of this objective under the various circumstances a company may encounter.

The CISO-as-a-Service (CISOaaS) model offered by Internet Security Auditors has the advantage of providing companies with limited resources or security strategies that are in the process of being defined or matured with cybersecurity leadership based, first, on the experience of professionals and, second, on a team that supports this service in line with the needs generated by the business and the process itself.

Responsibilities

What does the external CISO do?

The Internet Security Auditors CISOaaS service manager, depending on the type of company and sector, as well as its level of security process maturity, must help adapt risk-level needs to the company’s particularities, facilitating the achievement of established objectives within specified timeframes. They will become the catalyst for the company’s cybersecurity goals.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities of the external CISO

The responsibilities of the external CISO may be adapted to the client's changes and progress and may include the following:

Generate and implement information security policies.
Lead and provide guidance on information security.
Manage security compliance.
Oversee the administration of information access control.
Oversee information security regulatory compliance.
Oversee the organization's information security incident response team (Identify, report, and control).
Manage and oversee security testing.
Perform third-party vendor security assessments.
Oversee information security architecture.
Document or oversee the documentation of security processes.
Define and execute security training and awareness.
Perform and maintain risk management.
Our services

How we work

The process followed in these projects is as follows:

Analysis of business requirements
Analysis of the current cybersecurity maturity situation
Definition of short, medium, and long-term objectives
Conducting an initial scope audit
Definition of an Action Plan
Execution and continuous monitoring of the Action Plan project implementation.
01Business requirements analysis
02Analysis of the current cybersecurity maturity situation
03Definition of short-, medium-, and long-term objectives
04Conducting an initial scope audit
05Definition of an Action Plan
06Execution and continuous monitoring of the Action Plan project implementation.
Benefits

Benefits

The benefits of having a CISOaaS are equivalent to those of using cloud services, justifying the use of experts who facilitate access to software, infrastructure, or other capabilities in a flexible way, with the added benefit that knowledge transfer is part of the service, alongside the added value of having not only the experience of the CISO but also that of the Internet Security Auditors cybersecurity expert team, which offers constant support for any task that may be required.

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ISO 42001 AIMS Implementation EU AI Act Compliance ISO 27001 Management Systems NIS2 implementation DORA implementation GDPR / LOPDGDD Consulting CRA Evaluation and Support

Scope of service

What this service covers

Security policies

Generation and implementation of information security policies aligned with the business and applicable regulations.

Strategic leadership

Guidance and direction in information security, acting as a catalyst for cybersecurity goals.

Regulatory Compliance

Management and oversight of compliance with regulatory frameworks: ISO 27001, ENS, NIS2, GDPR, PCI DSS, and others as applicable.

Incident response

Response team supervision: identification, containment, notification, and control of security incidents.

Access control

Supervision of information access control administration and privilege review.

Security tests

Management and oversight of security testing and third-party vendor security assessments.

Security architecture

Supervision of security architecture and documentation of information security processes.

Testimonials

What our clients say

Working with Internet Security Auditors has been a highly satisfactory experience. Their support in migrating to the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 standard, conducting internal audits, and the PCI DSS certification process has been fundamental in strengthening our information security management system.

Ricardo Andrés Cárdenas Galvis
Information Security Office · Neurona

The strategic support of Internet Security Auditors as CISOaaS has been fundamental in reinforcing our internal team. Their expertise perfectly complements our CISO's work and has allowed us to advance more quickly in the maturity of our cybersecurity.

CISO
RACC

On behalf of Outsourcing SAS BIC, we would like to express our gratitude for your commitment and dedication during the implementation of PCI DSS compliance in our call center. We succeeded in establishing a secure environment in accordance with the most demanding requirements of the payment industry.

Yulian Colmenares
Information Security Office · Outsourcing SAS BIC

Working with Internet Security Auditors has been a positive experience in every respect. Their team combines solid technical expertise with a great willingness to collaborate, which has strengthened our security posture and regulatory compliance.

Andrés Mejía
Head of GRC · Payválida

As CFO of Saint Louis University – Madrid Campus, I have had the opportunity to work with Internet Security Auditors. They have been our indispensable partner in implementing the requirements set forth by GDPR regulations. I would like to highlight their availability to resolve questions and their ability to develop a legal framework with concrete and understandable actions…

Victoria Villarreal Palazón
Vice President & Associate VP CFO · Saint Louis University

As CFO of Fleurop - Interflora Spain, we have been working with Internet Security Auditors for years in the areas of consulting and GDPR compliance. As Interflora is a company 100% oriented towards online commerce, the professional services of Internet Security Auditors provide us with support, security, and the peace of mind that all of our activity is aligned with GDPR compliance.

Francisco Tébar Prada
CFO Southern Europe · Fleurop - Interflora Spain

As CISO at Intaremit S.A., we place the highest importance on logical security. This is not only due to the mere fact that PCI-CPP regulations require us to perform four internal and external vulnerability scans and an annual internal and external penetration test, but also because of the security and peace of mind our company aims to provide to each and every one of its clients. We have been working and collaborating with Internet Security Auditors for over 10 years for their experience, commitment, and personal approach; therefore, I recommend them without hesitation.

Sergio Sainz de la Maza
CISO · Intaremit

At Grupo Arbulu, we have collaborated closely with Internet Security Auditors on the implementation of advanced cybersecurity measures. Thanks to their expertise, we have significantly improved our ability to detect and mitigate cyber risks. Their comprehensive audits and customized solutions have strengthened our security infrastructure, ensuring the protection of our data and the continuity of our operations.

Marcos Montes de Oca
CIO · Arbulu Group

As CEO of Beruby, we worked with Internet Security Auditors when we urgently needed to carry out a PCI DSS Attestation of Compliance. The entire process was extremely fast, efficient, and professional. Their team provided us with excellent support, demonstrating great technical knowledge and commitment. Without a doubt, we recommend their services to any company in need of cybersecurity solutions.

Miguel Acosta
Global CEO · Beruby

At Grupo AR, we highly value the brand protection service provided by Internet Security Auditors for its comprehensive and proactive approach. Their highly qualified team allows us to identify and mitigate risks that could affect the AR Construcciones brand and its various companies.

Nestor Ivan Melo Ballen
Cybersecurity Director · AR Group

Frequently Asked Questions

We answer your questions

What is a CISO as a Service?

It is a cybersecurity leadership outsourcing model. Internet Security Auditors provides the organization with a CISO-profile professional, backed by a complete team of specialists, who assumes the functions of information security management and governance in a flexible manner adapted to the business.

For what type of companies is it suitable?

For organizations that need cybersecurity leadership but cannot or do not need a full-time CISO: growing businesses, companies with security strategies in the definition or maturation phase, or those with limited resources seeking to maximize their return on security investment.

Does CISOaaS replace the internal team?

No. The CISOaaS complements and empowers the existing internal team. Knowledge transfer is an integral part of the service, so the organization progressively increases its maturity and internal capacity while having the expert support of the Internet Security Auditors team.

How does the service adapt to my organization?

The CISOaaS service manager assesses the company type, sector, and maturity level to tailor responsibilities and priorities. The service is flexible: it can scale according to business needs, client progress, and any regulatory changes that may affect them.

What sets the CISOaaS from Internet Security Auditors apart?

The main advantage is that the external CISO is backed by the entire team of cybersecurity experts at Internet Security Auditors: consultants, auditors, penetration testing experts, and compliance specialists. It is not an isolated professional, but a comprehensive capability that adapts to any need that may arise.

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Ricardo Andrés Cárdenas
2 months ago

Working with Internet Security Auditors has been a highly satisfactory experience. Their support during the migration to ISO/IEC 27001:2022 and the PCI DSS certification process has been fundamental to strengthening our ISMS.

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Andrés Mejía
3 months ago

Your team combines solid technical expertise with a great willingness for collaborative work, which has strengthened our security posture and regulatory compliance.

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Victoria Villarreal Palazón
4 months ago

They have been our indispensable partner for the implementation of GDPR requirements. I would highlight their availability to resolve questions and their ability to develop a legal framework with concrete and understandable actions.

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Miguel Acosta
5 months ago

The entire PCI DSS Attestation of Compliance process was extremely fast, efficient, and professional. We undoubtedly recommend your services to any company in need of cybersecurity solutions.

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Sergio Sainz de la Maza
6 months ago

We have been working with Internet Security Auditors for over 10 years because of their experience, commitment, and accessibility. I recommend them without hesitation.

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