CRC – Resources

CISO-Developed Resources

These comprehensive collections of templates, guides, and tools are designed to simplify and enhance cybersecurity operations. They include elements such as guidance documents, supplemental deep-dives, policy documents, workbooks, tools and templates, and virtual member briefing presentations. By leveraging these peer developed resources, Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) can make strategic decisions more efficiently, align with industry best practices, and effectively communicate risks and progress to executive leadership.

CISO-Developed Toolkits Accessible to CRC Acceleration Program Members

Toolkits support proactive security operations, enabling faster and more organized responses to cybersecurity topics. For junior staff, resource toolkits serve as invaluable educational aids. By offering clear guidance and actionable templates, these toolkits build confidence and competency in handling cybersecurity tasks.

Toolkit: CISO Developed Guide to Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Cost Savings: $12,750 – $25,500
Components: Template – Business Impact Analysis
Tool – Threat Matrix

Toolkit: CISO Developed Guide to Board Cybersecurity Briefing
Cost Savings: $21,375 – $42,750
Components: A CISO Quick Guide to the Boardroom
Supplemental Resource – Standardized Visualization Guidance
Supplemental Resource – Structuring & Presenting Security Data
Supplemental Resource – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Guide for Board Q&A
Supplemental Resource – The Urgency to Treat Cybersecurity as a Business Decision
Template – Board Presentation Accompanying Handout
Template – Boardroom Presentation
Template – Presenting To The Board Of Directors
Template – Board Reporting After Meeting Action Tracking
Template – Board Reporting Checklist

Toolkit: CISO Developed Guide to Generative AI
Cost Savings: $23,000 – $46,500
Components: Supplemental Resource – How to Review Generative AI
Template – AI Compliance and Regulation Mapping Tracker
Template – AI Risk-Benefit Analysis Matrix
Supplemental Resource – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Guide for Board Q&A
Template – Executive Briefing on Generative AI
Template – Information Security Standard for Generative AI
Template – Stakeholder Engagement Plan for AI Initiatives
Template – Training Data Sensitivity Audit

Toolkit: CISO Developed Guide to Incident Management
Cost Savings: $25,875 – $51,750
Components: Supplemental Resource – Anatomy of a Breach
Template – Computer Incident Response Plan
Template – Incident Response Checklist
Template – Incident Response Plan
Template – Incident Response Reference Architecture Definitions
Template – Incident Response Reference Architecture

Toolkit: CISO Developed Guide to Risk Assessments
Cost Savings: $29,000 – $60,000
Components: Supplemental Resource – How to Conduct a Baseline Assessment
Supplemental Resource – What is a Risk Assessment
Template – ISO 27001 ISMS Risk Assessment – Risk Treatment Standard
Template – Risk Assessments Maturity Checklist
Tool – ISO 27001 Risk Assessment Workbook
Tool – M&A Checklist

Toolkit: CISO Developed Guide to Security Metrics
Cost Savings: $18,750 – $37,500
Components: Tool – Security Metrics Workbook

Toolkit: CISO Developed Guide to Vulnerability Management
Cost Savings: $19,500 – $29,250
Components: Infographic – Key Steps to Mitigate Vulnerabilities
Policy Document – Vulnerability Management
Template – Penetration Test After Action Report

Toolkit: CISO Developed Guide to IT Asset Management
Cost Savings: $25,125 – $50,250
Components: Policy Document – Acceptable Use Policy
Policy Document – Employee Equipment Use Policy
Supplemental Resource – Internet of Things (IoT)
Supplemental Resource – Preparing for BYOD In Your Workplace

Toolkit: CISO Developed Guide to Cloud Migration
CISO Developed Guide to Cloud Security
Cost Savings: $24,000 – $48,000
Components: Supplemental Resource – Cloud Security Training Agenda
Supplemental Resource – Handling Non-Compliant or Non-Transparent Vendors
Template – Checklist for Assessing Third-Party Cloud Vendors
Template – Cloud Security Contract Language
Template – Vendor Comparison
Tool – Cloud Migration Workbook

Toolkit: CISO Developed Guide to Building a Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Program
CISO Developed Guide to Best Practices
Cost Savings: $69,750 – $137,500
Components: Supplemental Resource – Cloud Security Training Agenda
Policy Document – Acceptable Use AI Policy
Policy Document – Acceptable Use Policy
Template – Cloud Security Contract Language
Policy Document – Data Retention Policy
Policy Document – Employee Equipment Use Policy
Policy Document – Identity and Access Management
Policy Document – Information Security Policy
Policy Document – Vulnerability Management
Supplemental Resource – IT Governance Playbook
Template – Key Security Policies

Toolkit: CISO Developed Guide to Ransomware
Cost Savings: $17,250 – $34,500
Components: Tool – Planning for a Ransomware Attack
Tool – Ransomware – Pay or Not Pay – Decision Framework
Tool – Ransomware Preparedness Assessment

Toolkit: CISO Developed Guide to SEC Cybersecurity Regulation
Cost Savings: $16,500 – $33,000
Components: Supplemental Resource – Guidance for Completing Form 10-K Item 1C Cybersecurity

Toolkit: CISO Developed Guide to Attracting and Retaining Talent
Cost Savings: $25,500 – $51,000
Components: Template – Sample Security Team Structure
Template – Security Framework Maturity
Template – Security Org Chart Prototype
Template – Security Solution Capabilities
Tools – Cybersecurity Ecosystem

Toolkit: CISO Developed Guide to BCDR and IR in the Cloud
Cost Savings: $12,750 – $25,500
Components: Template – Business Impact Analysis
Tool – Threat Matrix

Toolkit: CISO Developed Guide to Data Privacy
Cost Savings: $23,000 – $48,000
Components: Infographic – Complementary Controls DLP
Infographic – DLP Best Practices
Infographic – Myths of DLP
Policy Document – Data Retention Policy
Supplemental Resource – Customer Information Playbook
Supplemental Resource – Data Loss Prevention In-Depth
Template – Data Security Addendum
Template – Privacy and Security Sanctions Email

Toolkit: CISO Developed Guide to Identity and Access Management
Cost Savings: $25,500 – $51,000
Components: Policy Document – Identity and Access Management
Supplemental Resource – Passwordless
Supplemental Resource – Why MFA

Toolkit: CISO Developed Guide to NIS2 Directive
CISO Developed Guide to SEC Cybersecurity Regulation
Cost Savings: $21,375 – $42,750
Components: Supplemental Resource – Guidance for Completing Form 10-K Item 1C Cybersecurity
Template – ISO-27001-2022-Statement-of-Applicability

Toolkit: CISO Developed Guide to Security Awareness, Education & Training
CISO Developed Guide to Security Awareness Training for Remote
Employees
Cost Savings: $15,000 – $30,000
Components: Infographic – Common Cyber Attack Types
Infographic – End User Tips to Avoid Being Compromised
Infographic -Social Engineering – Company Tips
Supplemental Resource – Anatomy of a Breach
Supplemental Resource – Social Engineering In-Depth

Toolkit: Guidance Document – CISO Developed Guide to DevOps Supply Chain Integrity
Guidance Document – CISO Developed Guide to Enhancing Third-Party Risk Management
Guidance Document – CISO Developed Guide to Security Stack Optimization
Cost Savings: $34,250 – $70,500
Components: Template – IT Security Contract
Template – Third Party Vendor Information Security Assessment
Template – TPRM Program Standard
Template- Third Party Vendor Information Security Assessment
TPRM\Tool – Security Stack Vendor Comparison
TPRM\Tool – TPRM Program Workbook
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