Ausgewählte Leistungen
Support for Follow-Up and Recertification Audits

We support targeted preparation for re-audits and follow-up assessments. Documentation, action status, and evidence are updated, consolidated, and prepared in an audit-ready manner.

Security Incident Review

We analyze security incidents in a structured and traceable way. Root causes are identified, impacts assessed, and measures to close security gaps are derived.

Service Provider Oversight

We ensure that external service providers comply with all relevant security requirements. Technical and organizational measures are reviewed, assessed, and continuously improved to ensure the protection of sensitive data and systems.

Participation in Security-Critical Projects

We support the planning and implementation of security-relevant projects. This includes IT security initiatives as well as cloud and online solutions with elevated requirements for protection, availability, and compliance.

External Data Protection Officer (DPO)

We assume the role of external Data Protection Officer in accordance with the EU GDPR. Data protection processes, policies, and incident handling are reviewed, governed, and further developed within a structured data protection risk management framework.

CISO

Our Identity as a CISO

Sparring Partner and Right Hand for IT Security

Heartland CISO - Stratege

Strategist

Drives the alignment of business and cyber risk strategies. Promotes innovation and initiates transformation to manage risks in a future-proof manner.

Heartland CISO - Wächter

Guardian

Protects valuable assets by understanding the threat landscape and actively steering the effectiveness of the cyber risk approach.

Heartland Solutions Identität als CISO
Heartland CISO - Berater

Advisor

Works closely with executive management to inform, advise, and positively influence activities with cyber risk implications.

Heartland CISO - IT-Experte

IT Expert

Strengthens the organization’s security capabilities through the targeted selection and implementation of relevant technologies and standards.

Security Leadership - Scope of Services
Support and impact across strategy, project management, and organizational design.
A. Strategist
A. Strategy

Security Strategy and Target Operating Model
We develop a clear, business-oriented security strategy and derive a robust target operating model. This connects business objectives, regulatory requirements, and the risk landscape into a coherent security architecture.

Governance, Policies, and ISMS Steering
We establish effective governance structures including policies, roles, and decision paths. The ISMS is continuously maintained, further developed, and embedded as a controllable management instrument.

Risk Management and Maturity
We oversee the entire risk management process from identification to control. Maturity assessments create transparency, prioritize measures, and enable targeted development.

B. Project Management
B. Project Management

Security Projects and Programs
We take ownership of leading and managing security projects - internally and externally. The focus is on clear objectives, structured execution, and measurable results aligned with defined milestones.

Certifications and Compliance
We support organizations in a structured manner on their path to security certifications. Requirements are translated into actionable measures and efficiently integrated into existing project landscapes.

Provider and Stakeholder Management
We manage security requirements toward service providers and partners. Clear responsibilities, reviews, and coordination ensure compliance across the entire supply and value chain.

C. Organization
C.Organization

Establishment and Development of the Security Organization
We design and implement security organizations aligned with company size and strategy. Existing structures are purposefully evolved and adapted to new requirements.

Roles, KPIs, and Governance
We define clear roles, responsibilities, and security KPIs. This makes information security measurable, controllable, and sustainably embedded within the organization.

Awareness and Regulatory Requirements
We implement effective awareness measures and monitor their sustainability. At the same time, we support the organizational implementation of regulatory requirements, for example under the GDPR and related standards.

CISO as a Service – Leistungsumfang
Unterstützung und Impact in den Bereichen Strategie, Projektmanagement und Organisation.
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Security on demand - flexibly scalable. Clearly structured.
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