The information security community by and large understands that it is in midst of an emerging crisis: organizations do not understand their technology well enough to counteract, let alone prevent, security breaches. If an organization expects to thrive it is imperative to protect proprietary information such as customer accounts, bank information, employee information, invoices, trade secrets, security clearance, and top secret files. Should this information fall into the wrong hands, it could mean the downfall of your organization. In an age where the frequency and sophistication of attacks grow exponentially more intense over time, reactive security alone is no longer sufficient to adequately protect your information.

Ciphent can help your organization save time, money, and resources otherwise spent repairing the damage caused by a security breach. Clients trust Ciphent’s methodology, which emphasizes security as a top priority rather than an afterthought. Ciphent offers a suite of Strategic Consulting services under the guidance of some of the industry’s most accomplished consultants. Our professionals boast immeasurable experience providing Strategic Consulting services to an array of small and medium-sized businesses and governmental agencies.

According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s annual Computer Crime and Security Survey, “more than 500 businesses reported that data theft resulted in losses exceeding $50million…the total annual loss due to data theft was more than $170 million”. Hence, the expense of data theft prevention is merited, considering the substantial monetary costs alone. The term “cost” refers to intangible loss as well. In addition to devastating organizations financially, the “cost” of a security breach include, without limitation: (1) loss of employee trust; (2) loss of morale; (3) public distrust; (4) the impression of weak security measures in place, inciting other cyberterrorists to attack; (5) loss of key business partnerships; (6) decline in customer loyalty; (7) media exposure. Clearly, ameliorative efforts will render an enormous strain on any firm’s financial, mental, personnel, and emotional resources.

Companies have more reason than ever before to increase their information security measures, let alone maintain their existing security budgets. What most organizations fail to realize, however, is that data theft due to a security breach is the sole largest cause of financial loss. Ironically, in an attempt to save critical cash flow, organizations often spend more money implementing security fixes than would have been allocated in a security budget.

Our Strategic Consulting Services Include:
- Risk Assessments
- Business Impact Assessments
- Technology Audits
- Compliance Assurance Reviews and Assessments
- Information Security and Compliance Policy Creation and Reviews
- Corporate Technology Roadmap Advising

Contact Ciphent today to see how our experts can help align your business goals with your information security policies and plans. services@ciphent.com