Sidechannel: Your Private Channel with Craig

Elevate Your Security Leadership, Gain Control of Cyber Risk, Reduce Security Blockers

You are the CTO and accountable executive for platform Cyber Risk and/or Control at your organization, or you are responsible for Cyber Security across a major program of work, project, platform or initiative.

Congratulations! However, you won't need me to tell you that you face unprecedented challenges in an ever-evolving threat landscape.

But what if you had a seasoned cyber expert - with deep application security expertise - and a former head of cyber risk, security CTO, and Red Team lead - in your corner, available 24/7?

That's exactly what Sidechannel delivers.

Why Sidechannel?

• Direct Access: No middlemen, no junior consultants. Just you and me focused on solving your cyber challenges
• Flexible Support: Weekly calls plus 24/7 private messaging. Get answers within one business day, often faster.
• Comprehensive Expertise: From navigating B2B prospect security concerns to risk frameworks to cloud security, benefit from two decades of hands-on CISO support experience.

What You Get

Tailored cyber advice covering strategy, leadership, management, communciations and field-tested tactics covering:

• Navigating and satisfying B2B security requirements
• Communicating your organization and platform cyber risk and security story
• Cyber risk appetite setting
• Risk and security frameworks, policies, and guidelines
• Cyber strategy and program feedback
• Security organization optimization
• Technical security advice across:
  • Application security
  • Vulnerability management
  • Network security
  • Endpoint security
  • Security testing
  • Security metrics
  • Product security
  • Fraud, KYC, Compliance
  • And more...

Overcome Your Biggest Challenges

• Attract B2B prospects by adeptly addressing their security questions and concerns
• Gain a behind-the-scenes perspective on what B2B prospects and partners expect from you
• Improve Board communication and increase buy-in
• Better communicate the cyber risks your organisation faces
• Go beyond pretty dashboards, to meaningful security metrics that matter
• Get on top of your cyber supply chain risk
• Effectively manage down vulnerabilities at pace
• Eliminate security defects in new products and services
• Get a grip on Cloud security
• Security talent development and retention
• Navigate regulators and compliance with evolving regulations
• Identify and manage cyber risks faster
• Unblock security blockers at pace with credibility
• Immediate uplift in your cyber bench strength
• Cost out of IAM at scale
• Find the sweet spot for cyber ML/AI use cases

My Credentials

• 20+ years direct CISO support experience
• 30 years hands-on attack & defense
• Deep leadership and management experience (attended GE Crotonville, Managing Director at global bank)
• Former leader of 100+ full-time cybersecurity professionals
• Founded and grew GE Red Team to best in class
• Former Head of Cyber Risk with regulatory engagement experience
• Board experienced
• Senior Advisor to the Cloud Security Alliance
• Senior Cyber Advisor for Private Cloud at an Intergovernmental Organization
• CISSP certified

Flexible Engagement

• One-month minimum commitment
• Easy monthly renewal
• Additional one-off meetings available as needed

Real ROI for Your Organization

1. Cost Avoidance: Prevent costly breaches with expert guidance
2. Efficiency Gains: Streamline security processes, saving time and resources
3. Faster Decision-Making: Get rapid, expert insights to accelerate projects
4. Risk Reduction: Prioritize security investments for maximum impact
5. Compliance Assurance: Navigate complex regulations with confidence
6. Strategic Alignment: Ensure security initiatives drive business goals
7. Technology Optimization: Optimize your security stack, reducing unnecessary spend
8. Talent Development: Upskill your team, reducing hiring and consultant needs
9. Board Confidence: Secure budgets and buy-in with expert communication support
10. Competitive Advantage: Implement cutting-edge security measures to stand out in your industry

What Cyber Leaders Are Saying

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Invest in Your Success

For € per month, gain a trusted advisor who can dramatically enhance your security posture and leadership effectiveness.

No long-term contracts. No hidden fees. Just straight talk and elite expertise when you need it most.

Ready to Elevate Your Security Leadership?

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