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Cyber Security Model & DEFSTAN 05-138 in Defence Industry
Gareth Shaw, Founder of Pera Prometheus Consulting Ltd Securing contracts with the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) offers significant opportunities for businesses within the Defence Industry. However, understanding and adhering to the MOD’s information and cyber security requirements are essential for successfully securing and maintaining these contracts. UK Defence Industry operates in a high-stakes environment where … Read more
Governance Risk and Compliance in Information and Cyber Security: A Simple Guide
–Gareth Shaw, Founder of Pera Prometheus Consulting Ltd My career has always revolved around keeping information safe. Now, as the founder of Pera Prometheus Consulting, I help organisations protect their valuable reputations and data. Today, I want to share some insights on Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) in the UK, focusing on information and cyber … Read more
Penetration Testing as a Service
By Gareth Shaw, Founder of Pera Prometheus Consulting Ltd. At Pera Prometheus Consulting Ltd, we are dedicated to helping businesses stay secure in a world where threats evolve daily, both online and in the physical realm. I am proud to lead a team that offers penetration testing services designed to pinpoint vulnerabilities and reinforce your … Read more
Security as a Service – Virtual CISO and Security Manager
At Pera Prometheus, we understand the evolving challenges businesses face in securing their digital assets. Maintaining information security is becoming more challenging as threats continue to evolve, become more sophisticated. Not all businesses have the resources to attain an in-house security team who will ensure that your business is protected and that you are meeting … Read more
Incident Management in Information and Cyber Security
Introduction No defence is 100% guaranteed and at the early stages of an organisation’s information and cybersecurity roadmap all are vulnerable but, knowing how to respond to an incident can minimise its impact. An organisation that responds well to an incident may be viewed positively by external observers. This is why effective incident management processes … Read more
Everyone Matters in Staying Safe and Compliant- The Critical Role of Information and Cyber Security Awareness and Training
As founder of Pera Prometheus, I’ve encountered businesses of all sizes, each with varying degrees of security awareness. One common issue I often see is the confusion between Information Security and Cyber Security. While they are closely related, they are not the same thing, in fact Cyber Security is an element of Information Security. However, … Read more
Insider Risk Threat: Strengthening Your Organisation’s Defences
Information and cyber threats are an ever-present danger to organisations, and while external attacks from hackers and malware often make the news, one of the most damaging risks comes from within—“Insider threats.” Whether intentional or unintentional, these threats can significantly impact business operations, data security, and an organisation’s reputation. Understanding Insider Threats An insider threat … Read more
Business Impact Analysis: Building Resilience in Uncertain Times
Businesses must prepare for possible disruptions in the near or distant future as there is uncertainty everywhere in today’s digital economy. Continuing to operate during disruption and restoring to normal service is a huge challenge for today’s digital bound organisation and it requires forward planning. This forward-thinking approach is the foundation of Business Impact Analysis … Read more
Tackling Ransomware: Government’s New Proposals to Protect the UK Government’s Proposal
The UK government has recently announced a public consultation seeking views on three proposals aimed at striking a significant blow to the ransomware criminal business model. As outlined by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the consultation will consider three proposals: The ultimate goal is to protect UK CNI and the broader economy from the … Read more
NCSC Guidance: Building Resilient Operational Technology with Secure by Demand and Secure by Design Principles
Imagine trying to secure your home with a state-of-the-art alarm system while leaving a window open. This is the reality for many organisations today when it comes to their Operational Technology (OT) networks. Hackers have identified this gap and are increasingly exploiting OT systems, which are essential to industries such as energy, manufacturing, and transportation. … Read more