Client Profile
Our client is a mid-sized technology company specializing in software development and digital solutions. With a rapidly expanding portfolio of proprietary technologies, the client recognized the critical need to secure their intellectual property amid increasing cyber threats and regulatory requirements.
Challenges Faced
Key security concerns included:
- Risk of unauthorized access and data exfiltration of proprietary source code
- Lack of comprehensive visibility into insider threats and privilege abuse
- Insufficient controls for protecting sensitive project documentation
- Difficulty aligning security posture with industry compliance standards
Solution
COE Security implemented a tailored Intellectual Property Risk Review Program, combining:
- Threat Assessment & Risk Analysis: Identification of key IP assets and evaluation of potential vulnerabilities.
- Access Control Enhancements: Implementation of role-based access and multi-factor authentication for critical systems.
- Continuous Monitoring: Deployment of real-time monitoring tools to detect suspicious activities and potential breaches.
- Compliance Framework Alignment: Integration of controls aligning with industry standards such as ISO 27001 and NIST.
Cybersecurity Impact & Protection Measures
- Conducted comprehensive audits to identify IP exposure risks
- Hardened network perimeters to prevent unauthorized access
- Established incident response protocols specific to IP breaches
- Trained employees on IP security awareness and best practices
- Integrated automated alerts for anomalous user behavior
Governance & Readiness Improvements
- Developed policies for IP data classification and handling
- Instituted regular security reviews and governance reporting
- Created a risk management framework tailored to IP assets
- Strengthened vendor and third-party risk assessments related to IP
COE Security Service Portfolio
- Risk & Vulnerability Assessments
- Identity and Access Management
- Security Operations Center (SOC) Services
- Incident Response & Forensics
- Compliance & Regulatory Consulting
- Security Awareness Training
- Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
- Cloud Security Solutions
- Penetration Testing
- Policy & Governance Frameworks
Implementation Details
- Deployed multi-layered security controls across network and endpoints
- Integrated monitoring systems with existing infrastructure
- Conducted scenario-based training sessions for staff and management
- Delivered detailed documentation outlining new procedures and controls
- Provided ongoing compliance reporting and performance metrics
Results Achieved
- Reduced unauthorized access attempts by 80% within 6 months
- Improved detection coverage of insider threats by 65%
- Achieved compliance with key IP protection regulations
- Enhanced security team maturity score by 30%, reflecting increased readiness
Client Testimonial
“COE Security transformed our approach to protecting our intellectual property. Their expertise made complex security challenges manageable, giving us confidence in our cyber resilience.”