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Full Spectrum Capabilities

Threats and threat actors don’t define themselves as “physical” or “cyber”. Bad actors, both outsiders and insiders, leverage the dual threats of physical and cyber means to accomplish their objectives. A siloed approach is no longer sufficient or effective. Safeguards 3 offers a wide variety of services encompassing both physical security and cybersecurity, which are essential for safeguarding assets, people, and information in an increasingly interconnected world.

Physical security involves measures like surveillance systems, access control, security personnel, and alarm systems to protect buildings, critical infrastructure, and personnel from unauthorized access, theft, damage, or violence. This integrated threat vulnerability analysis is provided through the tools, methodologies, and facilitation by S3 subject matter experts.

On the other hand, cybersecurity focuses on protecting digital assets, networks, and data within both IT and OT systems from threats such as hacking, malware, and data breaches via the adoption of firewalls, encryption, multi-factor authentication, vulnerability management, data loss prevention, network segmentation, and continuous monitoring.

The blended S3 approach and services create a comprehensive security solution strategy that addresses both physical and cyber vulnerabilities, ensuring a robust defense against a wide range of threats that can disrupt operations, compromise sensitive information, or endanger safety. Integration of these services is crucial as the convergence of physical and digital threats, such as in the case of IoT devices, requires a coordinated approach to effectively manage security risks.

Physical Security

Capacity Building & Training

Building capacity within an organization begins with a strong partner. Safeguards 3 is that trusted and valued partner. Our approach is strategically driven, problem-focused, and partner-centric. You will have the knowledge, skills, and confidence to apply a proven vulnerability analysis (VA) tool and methodology. The VA tool allows the security stakeholders to make informed, risk-based decisions on security upgrades and know they must accept risk. You will have a systematic, methodical, and repeatable process that you can use on your own.

Design Basis Threat (DBT) Development

To effectively protect a site or facility you must first understand the insider and outsider threats you face. The Design Basis Threat (DBT) Development Workshop brings together key stakeholders and subject-matter experts to formally document what the adversary characteristics and attributes are protecting against and lays the groundwork for subsequent vulnerability assessments.

Safeguards 3 will facilitate a 3-day workshop that helps you conduct an integrated, multi-source threat assessment and document the threat against which a site or facility is supposed to protect. It is valuable to any organization protecting critical assets, but is especially important for those providing utilities, transportation, and other critical infrastructure. The agenda includes:

Day One: (Part 1) Introductions, Purpose, Goals; (Part 2) Local and Federal Law Enforcement Threat / Intelligence Briefings
Day Two: Law Enforcement Threat / Intelligence Briefings
Day Three: Open Discussion / Working Group DBT Development Continued

Live Video Monitoring

Employs a multi-layered 24/7 security solution specifically designed for your organization and sector to address real-time threats.

Using cutting-edge technologies with AI algorithms, our monitoring team is committed to promptly countering intrusions and other breaches, guaranteeing the continual security of your assets and property around the clock.

Works closely with you to develop personalized action and notification procedures that can include a local law enforcement response.

Site Security Review

Provides a systematic and methodical review of your physical protection system and the associated responses.

Provides a detailed security assessment report that you can use to make informed decisions about your security management plan, people, procedures, and equipment that protect your high-consequence assets.

Helps you understand where you are at risk of the unacceptable consequences.

VISA: A proven tool and methodology

The Vulnerability of Integrated Security Analysis (VISA) tool brings together the stakeholders that have an interest in protecting the high-consequence asset(s). The VISA tool is a systematic, methodical, well-documented analysis process that allows risk managers to decide where to devote resources more effectively OR know where they must accept risk. The real value of the VISA process is that it assesses each layer of a Physical Protection System (PPS) and associated response along an adversary pathway against a given threat. It helps the team look at potential upgrades that will directly benefit the overall effectiveness of the PPS. Before any money is spent, these potential upgrades can be tested using the VISA tool and methodology.

In addition to understanding the insider and outsider threats to your critical assets, comes the need for:

Skills to conduct a comprehensive threat vulnerability analysis of your physical and cyber security systems.
Knowledge to make informed, risk-based decisions on security priorities and upgrades.
Confidence in these decisions that your physical protection system (PPS) and the response will mitigate the threat.

The Vulnerability of Integrated Security Assessment (VISA) and Workshop will provide these to your organization.

Poorly integrated security measures involving both physical protection systems and cyber security increase the risk to critical assets. The VISA tool and methodology teaches security practitioners how to assess their systems and operate as an integrated team, including the response from off-site law enforcement, to better protect their critical assets now and in the
future.

Protecting from the inside with insider threat management programs: cyber + physical

An insider is any person who has or had authorized access to or knowledge of an organization’s resources and operations including personnel, facilities, information, equipment, networks, and systems. This includes employees, contractors, and vendors and both physical access (e.g., facilities and substations) and cybersecurity domains (IT or OT access). Your insider threat is the potential for an insider to use their authorized access or understanding of your organization to cause harm or collude with outsiders.

S3 can help you develop an Insider Threat Mitigation Program to:

Define the threats
Identify and detect insider threats
Assess insider threats
Manage the threats

Cybersecurity

Compliance Assessments & Support

Our Information Security Compliance and Assessment Support Services are designed to help critical infrastructure suppliers navigate the complex landscape of regulatory requirements and industry standards. Compliance is essential for maintaining the trust of stakeholders and ensuring uninterrupted operations in highly regulated industries. We provide expert guidance and hands-on support to ensure your organization meets and exceeds security requirements such as NERC CIP, FedRAMP, StateRAMP, SOC 2, HIPAA, GDPR, and other critical infrastructure regulatory controls.

We work closely with your organization to assess current security measures, identify gaps, and develop a strategy to align with the latest regulatory frameworks. Whether you’re facing a security audit or preparing for compliance certification, we offer comprehensive assessments, policy development, and documentation support tailored to your specific needs. We simplify the process by translating complex regulatory controls into actionable steps that align with your organization’s goals, ensuring you achieve compliance while maintaining operational efficiency.

Beyond initial assessments, we offer ongoing support to ensure your organization stays compliant as regulations evolve. Our proactive approach helps you anticipate changes and adjust your security measures accordingly, reducing the risk of fines, penalties, or operational disruptions. With our Information Security Compliance and Assessment Support Services, your organization can focus on executing information security audits, knowing that your compliance controls are being expertly assessed before an audit to expedite compliance control adherence.

Cyber Risk / Maturity Assessment

Our Cyber Maturity Assessments are designed to provide a comprehensive evaluation of your organization’s cybersecurity readiness, going beyond basic security checks to assess the overall maturity of your security posture. This service is tailored specifically for critical infrastructure suppliers, where robust cybersecurity is essential to maintaining operational resilience and protecting against complex threats. Our Cyber Maturity Assessment helps you identify gaps in your current defenses, prioritize areas for improvement, and align your security efforts with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.

Unlike generic assessments, we take a deep dive into every aspect of your cybersecurity framework—ranging from governance and risk management to incident response and threat intelligence. We will evaluate your organization’s processes, tools, and security culture, benchmarking them against recognized standards like NIST, ISO, and industry-specific regulations. The result is a clear, actionable roadmap that highlights where your organization stands on the cyber maturity spectrum and provides step-by-step recommendations to enhance your defenses.

By conducting a Cyber Maturity Assessment, your organization gains invaluable insights into its ability to detect, respond to, and recover from cyber incidents. This assessment empowers leadership with data-driven results, enabling you to make informed decisions about future investments in cybersecurity. Whether you’re preparing for audits, aiming for compliance, or simply wanting to strengthen your overall security, our Cyber Maturity Assessments offer the strategic guidance necessary to elevate your organization’s security readiness to the next level.

Cybersecurity Monitoring Services / Incident Response

Our Cybersecurity Monitoring Services provide real-time visibility into your network, ensuring continuous protection against emerging threats. Specifically designed for critical infrastructure suppliers, our services deliver advanced monitoring capabilities that detect, respond to, and mitigate cyber risks before they can impact your operations. In an industry where downtime and security breaches can have far-reaching consequences, proactive monitoring is essential to maintaining the integrity of your systems and ensuring uninterrupted service delivery.

We leverage cutting-edge security tools and technologies to monitor your systems 24/7, identifying anomalies, suspicious activities, and potential threats. From intrusion detection and malware identification to vulnerability scanning and compliance checks, we provide comprehensive monitoring solutions that keep your infrastructure secure. Our tailored approach integrates seamlessly with your existing systems, offering flexible, scalable solutions that meet the unique security demands of critical infrastructure.

Through our Cybersecurity Monitoring Services, you gain access to detailed reporting, actionable insights, and expert incident response support. We don’t just detect threats; we help you understand the full context and potential impact, empowering you to make informed decisions quickly. With our services, your organization can reduce risk, improve security response times, and stay one step ahead of evolving cyber threats. Partnering with us means you can focus on core operations, confident that your cybersecurity is being expertly managed around the clock.

Virtual / On-Demand CISO

Our On Demand Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) consulting services are designed to help your organization stay ahead of emerging threats with expert, industry-specific guidance. We understand that protecting critical infrastructure requires more than just standard cybersecurity measures; it demands strategic insight, regulatory compliance, and proactive threat management. Our vCISO services provide the expertise you need without the long-term commitment of hiring a full-time CISO, giving you access to seasoned cybersecurity experience that specialize in safeguarding essential infrastructure.

We work closely with your leadership and IT/cyber teams to assess vulnerabilities, implement robust security protocols, and ensure ongoing compliance with industry standards such as NERC CIP, PCI, FedRAMP, StateRAMP, SOC 2, HIPAA, and other critical infrastructure regulations. Our approach includes comprehensive risk assessments, vulnerability management programming, and incident response planning to minimize disruption and ensure continuity in your operations. With our vCISO services, your organization benefits from customized cybersecurity strategies designed to meet the unique needs of the critical infrastructure sector, ensuring your systems remain secure, resilient, and compliant.

Our vCISO consulting services provide flexibility and scalability, allowing you to adjust your cybersecurity needs as your business evolves. Whether you’re managing a small team or overseeing multiple operations, we ensure you stay protected against emerging threats while maintaining a cost-effective security posture. Partnering with us means you can focus on delivering essential services with the confidence that your critical systems are fully protected by top-tier cybersecurity expertise.

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