Risk Analysis and Risk Management
We specialize in comprehensive Risk Analysis and Risk Management services, meticulously designed to safeguard organizations in the ever-evolving cyber threat landscape. Our approach is deeply rooted in the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) guidelines, ensuring a robust, standardized methodology that protects your sensitive information and critical infrastructure.
At Zephyr Global, we are committed to empowering organizations with the knowledge, tools, and strategies to effectively manage cyber risks and protect their valuable assets.
Our services also incorporate the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF), a structured process that integrates security and risk management activities into the system development lifecycle. The RMF is designed to help organizations achieve an appropriate security posture, considering the effectiveness of implemented controls and the impact of residual risks.
Understanding Risk Tiers
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A NIST Perspective
The NIST framework categorizes risk into different tiers, emphasizing a strategic, organization-wide approach to managing cybersecurity risk. These tiers guide the prioritization of risk management efforts, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively to mitigate the most significant threats.
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Tier 1 (Organization)
This level focuses on governance and the establishment of risk management practices that are aligned with the organization's overall objectives. It's about creating a culture of risk awareness and integrating cybersecurity into organizational priorities.
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Tier 2 (Mission/Business Process)
At this tier, the emphasis is on protecting specific business missions and processes. It involves identifying and managing risks that could impact the organization's ability to achieve its mission-critical goals.
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Tier 3 (Information System)
his tier deals with the implementation of risk management strategies at the system level, addressing the security of individual information systems that support business operations and objectives.
The NIST CSF 2.0 serves as a cornerstone for our Risk Analysis and Risk Management services. It offers a flexible and comprehensive approach to improving the cybersecurity posture of organizations, focusing on five key functions: Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, and Recover. By aligning our services with the CSF 2.0, we help organizations not only to mitigate risks but also to enhance their resilience against cyber threats.
FAQs
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Our BIA service equips you with a deeper understanding of your business's vulnerabilities and provides actionable insights to enhance your resilience against potential disruptions.
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By identifying critical functions and their respective impacts, you can allocate resources effectively and optimize investments to safeguard your business continuity.
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Yes, it is sometimes required. Our BIA service helps ensures that your organization meets regulatory requirements, safeguarding your legal standing and reputation, no matter the standard.
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With a comprehensive BIA in place, you gain confidence in your ability to navigate unexpected challenges, minimizing downtime and revenue losses.
Zephyr Global Project Process
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Discover
The discovery phase is used to meet with our clients and stakeholders to better understand the current challenges they are facing. Information gained in this step enables us to have an input to the Scoping phase, smoothing the process of understanding the requirements and providing the most accurate price and timeline for delivery of the project.
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Scope
Zephyr Global uses the inputs gained through the Discovery phase to provide a write-up and quotation based on our understanding of the clients needs. We can provide project based pricing as well as hourly, whichever makes the client most comfortable. The Scoping process provides the client a full understanding of what services will be provided and what the overall project timeline will be.
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Plan
We think project planning and management is the most vital piece of the project process. We use project management techniques based within current project management standards, which provide interactivity and collaboration between Zephyr Global and our clients. Our clients are always fully aware of project risks and current status of the project, as we engage with the client through secure project management software that is integrated with many of our custom assessment tools.
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Assess
The Assessment phase is used to gather all of our information that we need to perform analysis. We read client documentation, conduct interviews on systems and controls, assess current regulations and the how the client complies with each statement, and document all details and vital information as an input to the Analysis.
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Analyze
After the Assessment phase, Zephyr Global takes the raw information and analyzes all data, quantitative and qualitative, to produce actionable insights, best practices, and measurements appropriate for the client. Actual analysis requireemnts are defined with the client in the Discovery and Scoping phases to allow the client to define what analysis would benefit them the most.
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Report
Reporting is based on client needs and the audience within the organization that will digest the report. Multiple reports can be created, providing insights and data representation formulated for the specific needs of the Client. Zephyr Global has standard reports and custom reports available for delivery. All reports are used as an input to other assessments as well as repeat assessments and analyses.
