Governance
Cyber Security today is not only a technical necessity but a pillar of institutional trust and resilience.. At Hermes Bay, we help organisations build solid and adaptive cybersecurity frameworks to mitigate threats, ensure compliance, and maintain continuity in the face of disruption.
We support organisations in embedding Cyber Security governance within their corporate strategy. This includes the development of policies, frameworks, and operational models in alignment with the most recognised international standards such as ISO/IEC 27001, NIST, the Italian National Cybersecurity Framework, GDPR, NIS2, and DORA.
Assessment and remediation plan
Strategic assessments and cybersecurity posture evaluations
Policy design and implementation of security governance processes
Policy design and implementation of security governance processes
Make-or-buy strategy
Analysis for security operations
Benchmarking
Benchmarking and alignment with international best practices
Design and support
Design and support of national and sector-specific SOCs, ISACs, and CERTs
“An effective governance model enhances trust, reduces risk, and positions Cyber Security as a core driver of institutional growth and operational integrity.”
Risk management
In an age of constant regulatory evolution and growing operational complexity, structured risk management is essential to building resilient and competitive organisations.. At Hermes Bay, we work with clients to implement risk frameworks based on ISO 31000, ISO/IEC 27005, and ENISA guidelines—ensuring compliance and strategic advantage.
Il nostro obiettivo è costruire un sistema di gestione del rischio solido e integrato, migliorando policy, metodologie di assessment e strategie di comunicazione del rischio. Offriamo un supporto continuo e personalizzato, aiutando le aziende a rafforzare la propria governance e a sviluppare una gestione del rischio efficace, adattabile e conforme agli standard internazionali.
Risk analysis and assessment
Comprehensive identification, measurement, and prioritisation of strategic, operational, and digital risks.
Identifying mitigations
Development of mitigation strategies including preventive, corrective, and compensatory actions
Compliance
Regulatory-aligned risk management approaches (GDPR, NIS2, DORA, etc.)
Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM)
Third-party risk management (TPRM) to monitor and assess vendor-related threats in line with current legislation
Compliance
In today’s regulatory environment, compliance is not simply a legal requirement—it is a means of safeguarding institutional integrity, improving operational processes, and maintaining stakeholder trust.
Hermes Bay provides organisations with tailored support to measure, manage, and maintain compliance with key regulatory frameworks and sector-specific standards.
Assessment and Gap Analysis
Gap analyses and compliance assessments for ISO/IEC 27001, GDPR, NIS2, D.Lgs. 231/2001, PSNC, and cloud-specific regulations .
Remediation Plan
Development and implementation of remediation plans to resolve non-compliance and strengthen governance frameworks
Business Continuity & Incident Management
Ensuring the continuity of operations and the capacity to respond swiftly to incidents is fundamental for any organisation.. At guide our clients through the development of comprehensive frameworks for continuity, recovery, and crisis management, aligned with international best practices.
Grazie a un approccio integrato e personalizzato, basato sugli standard internazionali, aiutiamo le organizzazioni a sviluppare un framework solido e adattabile, in grado di garantire continuità aziendale e una risposta efficace alle emergenze, rafforzando la sicurezza e la competitività nel lungo termine.
Policy and Procedure Analysis
Review and optimisation of continuity policies and response plans (ISO 22301, ISO/IEC 27001, NIST 800-61, DORA)
Business Continuity Plans (BCP) and Disaster Recovery Plans (DRP)
Design, implementation, and testing of Business Continuity Plans (BCP) and Disaster Recovery Plans (DRP) based on ISO 22301 and ISO/IEC 27031
Incident Management & Crisis Response
Development of incident response procedures compliant with ISO/IEC 27035 and GDPR (Articles 33–34)
Supply Chain Continuity & Security
Continuity planning and supply chain risk assessment (ISO 28000)
Testing and validation through vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
Prevention activities and safety tests
(VA-PT)
Awareness & Training
People are the first line of defence in any security strategy.. Our awareness and training programmes help develop a security-minded culture across all levels of an organisation—combining theory and practice for lasting impact.
Grazie a un approccio esperienziale e personalizzato, garantiamo che ogni partecipante sviluppi competenze concrete per affrontare le sfide della sicurezza digitale e della gestione delle crisi.
Advisory
Advisory services support organizations in addressing cybersecurity, risk management, and compliance challenges through a structured and continuous approach, also where internal capabilities are limited. Through executive and operational support, organizations can gain greater control over cyber risk, clearer accountability, support for strategic decision-making, and continuity in managing regulatory obligations, positioning cybersecurity as a driver of resilience and long-term business value.
Virtual CISO (vCISO)
An executive-level role providing cybersecurity leadership, governance, and accountability, without the need for a permanent in-house position. Management of strategy, budget, programs, and reporting to the board.
Virtual GRC Officer
Continuous oversight of Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance activities. Coordination of risk assessments, risk registers, regulatory requirements, and periodic reporting.
CSIRT Manager as-a-Service
Management and coordination of cybersecurity incident response activities. Definition of escalation procedures, coordination with authorities, and crisis communication management.
Compliance Continuity Service
Continuous monitoring of regulations and support in meeting compliance obligations. Impact analysis, documentation updates, and support in dealings with supervisory authorities.
Cyber Governance and Board Reporting
Cybersecurity governance framework and executive reporting for the Board of Directors. Translation of technical risk into business risk and definition of KPIs and metrics understandable to management.
Cyber Phisical Security
Cyber-physical security manages the interdependencies between digital environments, technological infrastructures, and the physical context in a systemic manner, reducing exposure to complex and multi-vector attacks. This approach enhances prevention and response to events that may compromise people, processes, and infrastructures, supporting operational stability and overall organizational resilience.
Protection of critical assets
Safeguarding essential infrastructures and resources from hybrid threats through exposure analysis and the strengthening of integrated security measures.
Integration between IT, OT, and physical security systems
Alignment and coordination of digital, industrial, and physical security systems to reduce attack surfaces and improve overall visibility.
Coordination between technical and organizational functions
Support for collaboration between IT, security, operations, and management to ensure consistent and effective management of cyber-physical risks.
Physical Penetration Test
Controlled simulation of unauthorized access to assess the effectiveness of physical
security measures, operational procedures, and organizational factors.
Our Solutions
Tailor-made training
Customised training for executives, managers, and operational teams, covering topics such as phishing, social engineering, business continuity, and incident response
Cyber Security Tabletop Exercises (active awareness)
Tabletop cybersecurity simulations to stress-test decision-making in simulated threat scenarios
Crisis Simulation & Incident Response (active awareness)
Real-time crisis simulation exercises to validate emergency protocols
Roleplay & Incident Response Training (passive awareness)
Roleplay sessions using realistic incident scenarios to foster reflection and learning
Seminars and Workshops (passive awareness)
Seminars and workshops using immersive methods to raise awareness on cyber threats, social engineering, and organisational risk