Strategy Services

Data Protection Strategy

Our data protection strategy service takes a proactive approach, focusing on five key areas:

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1. Threat Landscape Assessment:

• Analyze the evolving cybersecurity landscape and emerging threats relevant to your industry.

• Identify potential attack vectors and data breach scenarios.

• Evaluate the impact of data breaches on your business operations and reputation.

2. Data Security Control Assessment:

• Assess the effectiveness of existing security controls for data storage, access, and transmission.

• Identify vulnerabilities and gaps in your current security posture.

• Evaluate compliance with relevant data security regulations (e.g., PCI DSS, HIPAA).

3. Technology and Infrastructure Analysis:

• Review the security architecture of your IT infrastructure and data systems.

• Recommend security technology solutions to mitigate identified risks.

• Implement intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS), data encryption, and access controls.

4. Incident Response and Continuity Planning:

• Develop a comprehensive incident response plan to detect, contain, and recover from data breaches or cyberattacks.

• Implement business continuity and disaster recovery (BCDR) plans to ensure continued operations in the event of disruptions.

• Conduct regular penetration testing and vulnerability assessments to identify and address vulnerabilities proactively.

5. Employee Training and Awareness:

• Conduct comprehensive cybersecurity training for employees, contractors, and third-party vendors.

• Foster a culture of security awareness within your organization.

• Implement phishing simulations and vulnerability training programs.

Expected Outcomes:

• Reduced risk of data breaches and cyberattacks.

• Enhanced data security posture and improved overall IT resilience.

• Minimized downtime and financial losses in case of security incidents.

• Increased confidence and trust in your data security practices.

• Improved compliance with data security regulations and industry standards.

Additional Services:

• LFG can further support your data protection efforts through:

  • Vulnerability management and patching services

  • Security architecture design and implementation

  • Penetration testing and red teaming exercises

  • Breach simulation and tabletop exercises

Data Privacy Strategy

Our data privacy strategy service takes a holistic approach, focusing on five key areas:

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1. Data Mapping and Inventory:

• Identify and classify all types of data collected, stored, and processed.

• Assess data sensitivity based on regulatory requirements and business context.

• Develop data flows and retention policies.

2. Risk Assessment and Gap Analysis:

• Evaluate compliance with relevant data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA).

• Identify vulnerabilities and potential data breaches.

• Assess the effectiveness of existing data privacy controls.

3. Policy and Procedure Development:

• Develop or refine data privacy policies and procedures aligned with best practices and regulations.

• Create clear guidelines for data collection, use, storage, and disposal.

• Implement data subject rights management processes (e.g., access, rectification, erasure).

4. Technology and Infrastructure Assessment:

• Evaluate the security of data storage and processing systems.

• Recommend security improvements and technology solutions to mitigate data privacy risks.

• Implement data loss prevention (DLP) and encryption controls.

5. Training and Awareness:

• Conduct comprehensive data privacy training for employees, contractors, and third-party vendors.

• Foster a culture of data privacy within your organization.

• Develop ongoing monitoring and reporting mechanisms.

Expected Outcomes:

• Reduced risk of data breaches and regulatory non-compliance.

• Enhanced data security posture and improved overall IT security.

• Increased trust and transparency with customers, employees, and regulators.

• Improved brand reputation and competitive advantage.

• Clear and actionable roadmap for implementing data privacy best practices.

Additional Services:

• LFG can further support your data privacy efforts through:

  • Data breach response and incident management

  • Penetration testing and vulnerability assessments

  • Privacy impact assessments (PIAs)

  • Data anonymization and de-identification services

Data Privacy By Design 

Data Privacy by Design is not a bolt-on feature; it's a philosophy woven into the development process. We collaborate with your team at every stage, focusing on five key areas:

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1. Privacy Requirements Gathering:

• Identify stakeholder needs and expectations regarding data privacy.

• Analyze the application's purpose, functionality, and target audience.

• Define the types of data the application will collect, store, and process.

2. Privacy Threat Modeling:

• Proactively identify potential privacy risks and vulnerabilities inherent in the application design.

• Assess the likelihood and impact of each risk.

• Prioritize risks and develop mitigation strategies.

3. Privacy-Enhancing Design Principles:

• Integrate data minimization, purpose limitation, data subject rights, and other privacy-by-design principles into the development process.

• Implement technical controls such as encryption, pseudonymization, and anonymization.

• Design user interfaces that promote transparency and empower users to control their data.

4. Secure Development Practices:

• Integrate secure coding practices and vulnerability management throughout the development lifecycle.

• Conduct regular security testing and penetration assessments.

• Ensure adequate security measures for data storage, transmission, and access control.

5. Ongoing Monitoring and Maintenance:

• Establish a framework for ongoing privacy monitoring and compliance.

• Implement processes for handling data breaches and privacy incidents.

• Regularly review and update the application's privacy controls as needed.

Expected Outcomes:

• A privacy-compliant and secure application built with trust and transparency in mind.

• Reduced risk of data breaches and regulatory non-compliance.

• Increased user trust and confidence in your application.

• Competitive advantage in the marketplace by demonstrating your commitment to data privacy.

Additional Services:

• LFG can further support your data privacy by design efforts through:

  • Privacy impact assessments (PIAs)

  • Data breach response and incident management

  • Security awareness training for developers and staff

Incident Response Strategy

• Description: When cyber incidents occur, a swift, organized response is crucial. Our strategies ensure you’re prepared for the worst, with tools and plans to act effectively.

  • Crisis Simulation and Tabletop Exercises

  • Communication Plans

  • Post-Incident Analysis and Lessons Learned

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Cyber Strategy

• Description: M&A can be a vulnerable time for any organization. We ensure cybersecurity considerations are front and center throughout the M&A lifecycle.

  • Due Diligence Assessments

  • Integration Strategy

  • Post-Merger Cyber Health Checks

Digital Transformation and Cloud Strategy

• Description: As businesses evolve, so do their cyber needs. We help you securely navigate the migration to cloud and digital platforms.

  • Cloud Security Best Practices

  • Vendor Assessment and Selection

  • Secure Architecture Design