An organization operating within the financial services industry faced an escalating threat landscape of cyber-attacks, and the requirements from national- and regional authorities on compliance, in the slipstream of massive, organic growth of the business. With the financial services sector being a continuous prime target for malicious actors aiming to disrupt financial systems and -services, the company recognized the need to fortify its cybersecurity posture to safeguard sensitive data, maintain operational continuity, and adhere to stringent regulatory requirements.
After realizing that attracting and retaining highly-skilled cybersecurity professionals was challenging, the company decided to pivot from building an internal cybersecurity team to closely collaborate with an external expert partner.
Compliance and regulative adherence
Trifork Cyber Protection was selected as a partner to the financial services company to implement and operationalize ISO/IEC 27001. The ISO-standard provides a proven framework for establishing an information security management system. The initiative aimed to achieve compliance and strengthen the company’s cybersecurity defenses against evolving threats.
Recognizing the intricate regulatory environment of the financial sector, Trifork Cyber Protection has tailored its services to ensure compliance with international cybersecurity standards and regulatory frameworks, supporting the financial services company. This included aligning cybersecurity practices with industry-specific guidelines, ensuring data protection, and compliance with both regional and global regulations (DORA, NIS2).
Staying on top of the relevant cyber risks
The collaboration between Trifork Cyber Protection and the financial services company yielded significant results:
Regulatory compliance:
Trifork Cyber Protection’s expertise in navigating complex regulatory landscapes ensured that the company met compliance requirements, providing a secure environment for business-critical operations.
Enhanced security and risk management:
Cyber risks were identified and promptly addressed based on the company’s risk appetite, by applying a structured framework, enhancing security and minimizing breaches.
Operational stability:
The company experienced improved operational stability as a result of strengthened cybersecurity measures, mitigating the risk of disruptions due to cyber threats.
As a result, the organization became more resilient to cyber threats and other disruptions, ensuring business continuity.
Senior digital services manager of the financial services company“Trifork Cyber Protection’s business-focused and operationalized approach to compliance adherence has significantly enhanced our cybersecurity defenses. The partnership has bolstered our operational stability in a controlled and targeted effort, and allowed us to focus on our core business.”
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