What We Help With
Practical security leadership that addresses what law firms actually need — from strategy to day-to-day decisions.
📋 Security Program Development
Build or improve your security program with a clear strategy, appropriate controls, and a roadmap that aligns with your firm's priorities and budget.
⚖️ Risk Management & Governance
Identify, assess, and manage cyber risks. Establish governance structures that give partners confidence in your security posture.
📄 Policy & Compliance
Develop practical policies that meet regulatory requirements and client expectations. Privacy, data handling, incident response, and more.
📝 Client Security Questionnaires
Respond to client security assessments with confidence. We help you understand requirements, address gaps, and articulate your security position.
👥 Board & Partner Reporting
Translate technical security matters into clear, actionable information for leadership. Regular reporting that informs decisions without overwhelming.
🚨 Incident Response Planning
Prepare for when things go wrong. Develop response plans, test them, and ensure your firm knows what to do in a crisis.
Flexible Engagement Models
Choose the level of support that fits your firm's needs and budget.
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Advisory
On-demand guidance when you need it. Ask questions, get advice, and tap into expertise without a fixed commitment. Ideal for firms with some internal capability who need occasional expert input.
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Fractional CISO
Regular, part-time security leadership. Become an extension of your team with scheduled time each week or month. Strategy, oversight, and hands-on guidance at a fraction of the cost of a full-time hire.
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Project Based
Focused engagement for specific outcomes. Security assessments, policy development, compliance projects, or audit preparation. Defined scope, clear deliverables, fixed timeline.
When You Need Security Leadership
Signs that external security leadership could help your firm.
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Growing but can't justify a full-time CISO
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Clients requiring security evidence
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Partner asking hard questions
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Preparing for audit or certification
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Building a security program from scratch
Why Law Firms Choose Cyooda
⚖️ Former Law Firm CISO
Our founder was the CISO of King & Wood Mallesons across 26 countries. We understand how firms operate, how partners think, and what clients expect.
🛡️ NSW Master Security Licence
Properly licensed for security work under NSW law. A credential that demonstrates accountability and professionalism.
🎯 Practical Outcomes
We focus on what actually matters for your firm. No unnecessary complexity, no shelfware reports. Practical guidance you can implement.
🤝 Trusted Advisor Relationship
We become part of your extended team. Confidential, professional, and invested in your success over the long term.
🏛️ Legal Sector Expertise
We understand privilege, client confidentiality, regulatory obligations, and the specific threats that target law firms.
🔄 Flexible Engagement
Scale up or down as your needs change. No long-term lock-in, just practical support when and how you need it.
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How We Engage
Getting started is straightforward.
Discovery
We start with a conversation to understand your firm, your challenges, and what you're trying to achieve. No obligation, just a discussion.Assess
If it's a good fit, we evaluate your current security posture — what's working, what's not, and where the gaps are.Roadmap
We develop a prioritised plan that addresses critical gaps first. Clear recommendations, realistic timelines, appropriate for your budget.Implement
We work alongside you to address the priorities. Hands-on support, not just advice. We help you get things done.Support
Ongoing guidance as your program matures. Regular check-ins, available when questions arise, adapting as your needs evolve.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about our security leadership services
Related Services
Security leadership often works hand-in-hand with these services for comprehensive protection.
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Penetration Testing
Validate your security controls and identify vulnerabilities to inform your security roadmap.
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Incident Response
24/7 emergency support when incidents occur. Better to have a relationship before you need it.e.
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Digital Forensics
Court-ready investigation when legal matters require digital evidence.
Lvl 17, Angel Place,
123 Pitt Street,
Sydney
NSW 2000
(02) 7230 1350