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part-time CISO 

In today's digital landscape, protecting data and IT systems is crucial for ensuring a company's sustainability and reputation. Hiring a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) can be costly, especially for SMEs. In this context, Intrinsic, Pure-Player in cybersecurity in France for over 28 years, works with a wide range of clients by offering part-time CISO services since 2012.

In this article, we will answer key questions regarding:

• The importance of a CISO
• The main topics covered by a CISO TP
• The pillars of cybersecurity in business
• The advantages of shared time and essential skills to look for in this professionall

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Why hire a CISO for your company?

Using a part-time CISO provides access to specialized cybersecurity expertise at a reduced cost with greater flexibility. This offers a pragmatic approach to strengthening your organization's security while meeting your specific needs. Here are some key reasons why you should consider using a part-time CISO:

Reduced cost: Hiring a full-time CISO can represent a significant financial investment for some businesses, especially SMEs. By opting for a part-time CISO, you share the costs with other organizations, making this solution more affordable and accessible. You thus benefit from high-level expertise without bearing the full cost of an in-house CISO.

Flexibility: Part-time services offer significant flexibility in terms of availability and commitment. You can adjust the CISO's working hours and days to suit your specific needs. This flexibility is particularly useful for companies that don't require a full-time CISO but still need cybersecurity support and guidance.

External perspective A part-time CISO brings an external perspective to your organization. They can contribute fresh ideas, best practices, and innovative solutions because they are exposed to diverse situations and work environments. This external perspective can help identify security gaps and implement effective protective measures.

Continuity and training: In addition to support services, a part-time CISO can also provide coaching and training to enhance the skills of your staff. This ensures a smooth transition and allows your organization to develop internal cybersecurity expertise, thus guaranteeing the continuity of the part-time CISO's role.

Access to a network of experts: Companies offering part-time CISO services often have an extensive network of cybersecurity experts. This means you benefit from the expertise and guidance not only of the CISO, but also of the entire team of experts supporting them. This can be particularly valuable during emergencies or when addressing complex challenges requiring specialized knowledge.

 

The main topics covered by a CISO TP

A part-time CISO can handle a wide variety of cybersecurity topics:

Security risk management: By performing a assessment A comprehensive assessment of the security risks to which your business is exposed. This includes identifying vulnerabilities, evaluating potential threats, and recommending appropriate security measures.

Security strategy and planning By developing a comprehensive security strategy for your company, defining security objectives, policies, procedures, and action plans. It can also help in implementing a control program.

Network and system security By implementing security measures to protect your networks and systems against external attacks. This can include configuring firewalls, intrusion detection, monitoring network traffic, and managing security incidents.

Identity and access management: By implementing policies and procedures to manage user identities and access to your systems and data, including password management, two-factor authentication, privilege management, and monitoring of your IT infrastructure activities.

Awareness: Design and implementation of programs awareness to security to train your employees in good practices in IT security, through training sessions, awareness campaigns or the regular dissemination of information on threats and protective measures.

Regulatory compliance: Helping you to comply with regulations and security standards applicable to your industry, through compliance audits, implementation of data protection policies and preparation for specific certifications.

Security incident management: By developing incident response plans for security incidents, including response, recovery, and communication procedures. He/She can also coordinate incident response activities with internal and external teams, as needed.

 

Skills to look for in a part-time CISO:

When looking for a part-time CISO, be sure to consider the following skills:

Extensive experience and knowledge in cybersecurity: Look for a professional with significant experience in the field of cybersecurity, with in-depth knowledge of the latest threats, technologies, and security best practices.

Risk management skills: The CISO must be able to identify and assess potential risks to your business, and implement appropriate security measures to mitigate them.

Excellent communication skills: An effective CISO must be able to communicate clearly and effectively with your team members, management, and external stakeholders to explain security issues and promote a security culture.

Strategic planning capacity: A part-time CISO should be able to develop and implement a comprehensive security strategy tailored to your specific needs, in alignment with your business objectives.

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