Consulting
CONSULTING.
At Australian Cyber Defence, our diverse team of consultants brings expertise from across industries to provide clear, actionable IT and cyber security solutions tailored to your business. Whether you need strategic guidance through a Virtual CTO (vCTO) or Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) or hands-on support for your overwhelmed IT team, we’re here to help.
We offer flexible arrangements, from one-off projects to ongoing retainers, so you can get the right level of support for your needs. Our goal is simple: to give you the confidence and clarity to navigate IT challenges, streamline operations, protect your business, and drive growth.
Retainer Arrangements
Just like having a lawyer or accountant on retainer, Australian Cyber Defence offers access to experienced IT and cybersecurity executives when you need them—without the expense of hiring full-time staff. Our flexible retainer arrangements provide you with strategic expertise and hands-on support, ensuring your business stays secure, efficient, and ready to grow. Whether it’s guiding your IT strategy, enhancing cybersecurity, or supporting compliance, we’re here to help whenever you need us.
Managing cybersecurity effectively can be challenging and expensive, but with our vCISO service, you gain access to expert advice and strategic leadership at a fraction of the cost of a full-time executive. Drawing on our extensive experience across government, military, intelligence agencies, critical infrastructure, and global corporations, we provide tailored guidance to help you navigate complex security challenges. From risk assessments to compliance frameworks, audits, and incident response strategies, our expert advice enables you to make informed decisions and keep your business secure as it grows.
How We Can Help:
- Advise on developing and aligning your cybersecurity strategy with business goals.
- Provide expert guidance on achieving and maintaining compliance with regulations such as the Australian Privacy Act, Essential 8, and NIST.
- Help identify and assess risks, offering strategic recommendations to mitigate them.
- Guide the development of a comprehensive incident response strategy to manage potential breaches.
- Offer ongoing strategic advice to adapt to evolving threats and business needs.
Navigating the ever-changing world of technology can be overwhelming, but with our vCTO service, you get the strategic oversight and leadership you need to stay ahead. Our expert consultants bring years of experience from diverse industries, helping you align technology with your business objectives. We provide clear, actionable advice on everything from technology planning and budget management to ensuring your IT team or third-party providers deliver the support you need. Whether you're developing new systems, scaling infrastructure, or managing vendor relationships, we guide you every step of the way.
How We Can Help:
- Provide strategic oversight to ensure your technology aligns with business goals.
- Offer impartial advice on third-party IT providers, holding them accountable for service delivery and cost-efficiency.
- Help define and steer long-term technology strategy, adapting to future business needs.
- Advise on managing and scaling IT infrastructure as your business grows.
- Support technology integration and provide guidance on emerging technologies.
Managing risk, ensuring compliance, and overseeing projects are all critical aspects of your business’s long-term success. With our specialised consulting services, we provide you with ongoing strategic advice to navigate the complexities of regulatory requirements, risk management, and successful project delivery. Whether you're facing new compliance challenges, need expert advice on managing risks, or require strategic guidance on critical projects, we offer tailored support to help you stay on track.
How We Can Help:
- Identify gaps in your policies and procedures, ensuring your business is fully compliant with the necessary regulations and reducing the risk of non-compliance.
- Advise on compliance with industry standards such as the Australian Privacy Act, Essential 8, NIST, and other relevant regulations, ensuring you stay up to date.
- Identify, assess, and help mitigate potential business and operational risks, with a focus on cybersecurity, financial, and reputational risks.
- Provide strategic direction for critical projects, ensuring they align with your business goals and are delivered on time and within budget.
- Offer ongoing oversight to ensure compliance frameworks and risk management strategies are effective and evolving with your business needs.
- Assist with managing vendor relationships and third-party risks to ensure all parties meet your compliance and risk requirements.
One-Off Engagements
Sometimes, you need expert advice or guidance on a specific issue, without the commitment of an ongoing arrangement. Our one-off engagements provide businesses with tailored, strategic solutions for immediate needs. Whether it’s conducting a risk assessment, reviewing your compliance, or helping resolve an IT challenge, we offer flexible, focused support for any situation. You get the insights and expertise you need, without the long-term commitment.
Developing a clear technology strategy and roadmap is key to ensuring your business's long-term success. We help you create a strategic plan that aligns your technology investments with your business goals, setting the direction for future growth and ensuring your technology systems are flexible and scalable.
How We Can Help:
- Assess your current technology environment and business needs to create a technology strategy that supports your growth objectives.
- Develop a clear roadmap for technology adoption, identifying short-term actions and long-term goals for optimal business performance.
- Advise on selecting the right technologies that align with your objectives and provide maximum value to your business.
- Help ensure your IT infrastructure is scalable, future-proof, and able to support changing business needs.
- Provide strategic oversight on technology investments, helping you make informed decisions that align with your broader business strategy.
We align your technology with your business goals by creating a customised technology strategy and roadmap. Our consultants assess your current IT infrastructure, understand your growth objectives, and design a plan to ensure your technology supports your future success.
Why It Helps:
Having a clear and actionable technology strategy enables you to avoid costly mistakes, plan for future growth, and stay competitive. Whether you’re scaling up or refining your existing setup, our roadmap gives you the confidence that your technology investments are in line with your long-term business vision.
How We Can Help:
- Provide strategic oversight to ensure your technology aligns with business goals.
- Offer impartial advice on third-party IT providers, holding them accountable for service delivery and cost-efficiency.
- Help define and steer long-term technology strategy, adapting to future business needs.
- Advise on managing and scaling IT infrastructure as your business grows.
- Support technology integration and provide guidance on emerging technologies.
Effective telecommunications are crucial for business communication, and the right solutions can save you time and money. We help you select and implement the best telecommunications options for your business, ensuring that your communication infrastructure is reliable, cost-effective, and future-proof.
How We Can Help:
- Review your current telecommunications setup and recommend more cost-effective solutions, such as VOIP or NBN plans tailored to your needs.
- Assess the scalability and reliability of your communications infrastructure, ensuring it meets the needs of your growing business.
- Advise on optimising network performance to reduce downtime and improve connectivity across all business locations.
- Help you navigate the complexities of VOIP systems and NBN services, providing clear guidance on installation and maintenance.
- Recommend and manage the transition to modern communication solutions, ensuring minimal disruption and seamless integration.
Cyber security is a key priority for every business, but identifying and addressing vulnerabilities can be complex. We provide clear, actionable advice to help you strengthen your cyber security posture, safeguard your sensitive data, and protect your business from cyber threats.
How We Can Help:
- Conduct a thorough review of your current security protocols and provide actionable recommendations to close any gaps.
- Offer guidance on industry best practices for securing your network, data, and endpoints against cyber threats.
- Advise on how to implement the right technologies and policies to protect your business from evolving cyber risks.
- Help you understand your business’s cyber security risks and how to prioritise actions for maximum protection.
- Ensure you are compliant with relevant regulations and standards such as the Australian Privacy Act, Essential 8, and NIST.
How We Can Help:
- Advise on developing and aligning your cybersecurity strategy with business goals.
- Provide expert guidance on achieving and maintaining compliance with regulations such as the Australian Privacy Act, Essential 8, and NIST.
- Help identify and assess risks, offering strategic recommendations to mitigate them.
- Guide the development of a comprehensive incident response strategy to manage potential breaches.
- Offer ongoing strategic advice to adapt to evolving threats and business needs.
Having a solid incident response plan in place can make the difference between a manageable situation and a full-blown crisis. Our expert consultants help you develop a tailored incident response strategy that enables your business to respond quickly and effectively to cyber attacks or data breaches.
How We Can Help:
- Work with you to develop a comprehensive incident response plan tailored to your business needs and potential threats.
- Identify key personnel and responsibilities to ensure a quick, coordinated response in the event of an incident.
- Help establish communication protocols to ensure effective internal and external communications during a security breach.
- Advise on best practices for handling data breaches, protecting customer information, and complying with regulatory requirements.
- Train your team on incident response procedures and provide simulations to ensure they are prepared to act quickly when needed.
When disaster strikes, being prepared is key to staying operational. We help you develop a robust disaster recovery and business continuity plan to ensure your organisation can quickly bounce back from unexpected disruptions, whether cyberattacks, natural disasters, or system failures.
How We Can Help:
- Assess potential threats and vulnerabilities to your business operations, and develop tailored recovery plans.
- Create strategies to ensure critical business functions continue with minimal disruption, no matter the circumstance.
- Help implement and test backup systems, ensuring your data is recoverable and your systems can be quickly restored.
- Develop communication protocols to keep your team and clients informed during a crisis.
- Advise on establishing a proactive response plan, reducing downtime and protecting your business’s reputation.
Some Recent Examples
w
Accounting Firm
Case Study: An accounting firm was bogged down by outdated, manual processes that slowed productivity and increased errors. They knew they needed to adopt new technologies, like AI, to remain competitive but were unsure how to start or what tools would best suit their needs.
Solution: We conducted a detailed assessment of their current IT systems and workflows, pinpointing inefficiencies and areas for improvement. Our team provided clear, strategic guidance on integrating AI solutions, such as automated data processing and advanced reporting tools, to streamline operations. We also identified cost-effective upgrades to support these changes while minimising downtime.
w
GP Clinic
Case Study: A medical clinic was struggling to manage its IT systems while focusing on patient care. Their internal IT team lacked strategic direction, leading to disorganised systems, inefficiencies, and rising costs. The clinic also had concerns about whether their technology providers were delivering value for money.
Solution: Through a retainer arrangement, we provided vCTO services to offer strategic leadership and support to the clinic’s IT team. We worked closely with them to develop a clear technology roadmap, streamline operations, and ensure IT investments aligned with the clinic’s goals. We also provided impartial oversight of third-party providers, holding them accountable and ensuring the clinic received the services they paid for.
Book an Obligation-Free 45 Minute Consultation
Navigating IT and cyber security challenges can feel like a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be. Our experts at Australian Cyber Defence offer clear, actionable advice to help you understand your risks and opportunities, with no commitment required. Book a consultation today to discuss how we can help you secure and optimise your business, providing you with the peace of mind you deserve.