Free Cybersecurity Resources

Practical security tools and guides. No fluff. No vendor pitches. Just what you actually need.

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Startup Security Kit

Everything early-stage founders need to get security right from the start.

  • ✓ Security checklist for startups
  • ✓ "Oh Sh!t" incident response playbook
  • ✓ Incident response plan template
  • ✓ Security basics that actually matter

Community Bank Security Kit

FFIEC-aligned security guidance sized for community banks.

  • ✓ CIS Controls scorecard
  • ✓ MSP oversight checklist
  • ✓ Examiner readiness guide
  • ✓ Risk assessment framework

Security Resources

SOC 2 Compliance for Startups: Complete Guide

Costs, timeline, requirements, and what you actually need. No vendor upsells.

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How to Respond to Security Questionnaires

Step-by-step playbook for responding to customer security assessments without losing the deal.

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Do You Need a Virtual CISO? How to Tell

When it makes sense to hire security leadership, your options, and what to expect.

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Security Theater vs. Real Security

How to tell if that shiny new tool actually reduces risk or just looks impressive.

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When Everything Is Critical, Nothing Is Critical

How to prioritize when you have 10,000 vulnerabilities and limited resources.

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Community Bank Cybersecurity Risk Assessment

Practical security for community banks. No enterprise bloat.

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Practical cybersecurity advice without the fear-mongering. Real security, no theater.

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Virtual CISO Services

Part-time security leadership for startups and SMBs.

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Compliance Consulting

SOC 2, HIPAA, PCI DSS, ISO 27001. Pass audits without the nightmare.

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Post-Incident Advisory

Strategic guidance after a breach or ransomware attack.

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