Building and maintaining a robust in-house cybersecurity team can be a significant challenge, especially for small to medium-sized businesses or organizations with fluctuating security needs. The high cost of talent, the scarcity of specialized expertise, and the ongoing demands of a rapidly evolving threat landscape can make it difficult to achieve and sustain effective security.

BetaDefense’s Fractional Security Team service provides you with immediate access to a dedicated and experienced team of cybersecurity professionals, without the overhead and commitment of a full-time hire. We act as an extension of your organization, providing the strategic guidance, hands-on execution, and ongoing support you need to protect your assets, manage risk, and achieve your security objectives.

How Our Fractional Security Team Works:

We offer flexible engagement models tailored to your specific requirements, from a few hours a week to several days a month. Our team seamlessly integrates with your existing operations, bringing a wealth of expertise across various cybersecurity domains.

Our Fractional Security Team services can include, but are not limited to:

  • Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO):
    • Strategic security leadership and guidance.
    • Development and implementation of a comprehensive cybersecurity roadmap.
    • Risk assessment and management.
    • Budget planning and resource allocation for security initiatives.
    • Board and executive-level reporting on security posture.
    • Oversight of security projects and initiatives.
  • Security Operations & Engineering:
    • Monitoring and management of security tools (SIEM, EDR, firewalls, etc.).
    • Vulnerability management and penetration testing coordination.
    • Cloud security configuration and optimization.
    • Network and endpoint security management.
    • Security architecture review and design.
    • Identity and Access Management (IAM) support.
  • Incident Response & Threat Management:
    • Development and testing of incident response plans.
    • Incident detection, analysis, and containment.
    • Forensic investigation support.
    • Threat intelligence monitoring and analysis.
    • Post-incident review and lessons learned.
  • Compliance & Audit Support:
    • Preparation for regulatory compliance audits (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI DSS, GDPR).
    • Development and review of security policies and procedures.
    • Evidence collection and documentation for audits.
    • Remediation planning for audit findings.
  • Security Awareness & Training:
    • Development and delivery of customized security awareness programs.
    • Phishing simulations and user education.
    • Cultivating a security-conscious culture within your organization.

Benefits of a Fractional Security Team:

  • Cost-Effective Expertise: Access senior-level cybersecurity talent without the expense of a full-time salary, benefits, and recruitment costs.
  • Immediate Impact: Quickly leverage specialized knowledge and experience to address critical security gaps.
  • Scalability & Flexibility: Easily scale security resources up or down based on your evolving needs and project demands.
  • Reduced Risk: Proactive identification and mitigation of threats by experienced professionals.
  • Objective Perspective: Gain an independent, external view of your security posture and strategy.
  • Focus on Core Business: Free up your internal resources to concentrate on your primary business objectives.
  • Access to Broad Skillsets: Benefit from a team with diverse expertise across various security domains, rather than relying on the limited skills of a single hire.

Whether you need ongoing security leadership, hands-on operational support, or assistance with a specific project, our Fractional Security Team is ready to empower your organization with robust and sustainable cybersecurity capabilities.