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Build a Security Management System That Actually Works

Most organisations know they need better cybersecurity governance. The hard part is making it stick. We help you set up the structures, policies, and metrics that turn good intentions into real, measurable security — without over-engineering it.

Why Governance Matters

Cybersecurity governance isn't a box-ticking exercise. It's the difference between reacting to every incident in a panic and having a system that handles risk before it becomes a crisis.

Security Is Not Just an IT Problem

When security decisions sit only with IT, the business side stays blind to risk. Good governance puts senior leadership in the loop — so decisions get made by people who understand the business impact.

Regulations Are Getting Stricter

NIS2, DORA, GDPR — regulators expect documented governance, clear accountability, and evidence you're managing risk. Without a structured approach, audits become painful and fines become real.

Risk Decisions Happen Everywhere

People across your organisation make risk decisions every day, often without realising it. Governance gives them a framework so those decisions are informed and consistent — not ad hoc.

You Can't Improve What You Don't Measure

Without KPIs and KRIs, you're flying blind. You won't know if your security spend is working, where your gaps are, or whether things are getting better or worse over time.

5 Modules — Take What You Need

Everything is modular. Start with an assessment, add services as you go, or jump straight to a full ISMS build. Your call.

G1

Governance Assessment

We look at what you have today — policies, processes, reporting lines, risk practices — and tell you honestly where the gaps are. You get a clear picture, not a 200-page report nobody reads.

€3,000 – €8,000 · 1–3 weeks
Deliverables: Maturity assessment, gap analysis, prioritised action plan
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Risk Management Programme

We help you build a risk management process that involves the right people — not just IT. Senior management gets a clear view of risks, and teams closer to operations get the tools to act on them.

€5,000 – €15,000 · 2–6 weeks
Deliverables: Risk framework, risk register, risk appetite statement, reporting templates
G3

Policies & Governance Rules

Policies that collect dust in a SharePoint folder don't protect anyone. We write clear, practical policies tailored to your business — and help you roll them out so people actually follow them.

€4,000 – €12,000 · 2–4 weeks
Deliverables: Policy suite, governance charter, roles & responsibilities matrix, rollout plan
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KPIs & KRIs Dashboard

We design the metrics that matter for your business — Key Performance Indicators to track progress and Key Risk Indicators to spot trouble early. Then we set up reporting so leadership can act on them.

€3,500 – €10,000 · 2–4 weeks
Deliverables: KPI/KRI catalogue, dashboard design, reporting cadence, executive templates
G5

Full ISMS Implementation

The whole package: we design and build an Information Security Management System tailored to your size and complexity. Covers everything from risk management to policies, controls, metrics, and audit readiness.

€15,000 – €60,000 · 3–9 months
Deliverables: Complete ISMS, documentation suite, control implementation, internal audit programme

Questions We Help You Answer

These are the questions that keep CISOs and board members up at night. If any of them sound familiar, we can help.

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How does senior management get a clear, complete view of our cybersecurity risk — without drowning in technical detail?

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How do we untangle the dependencies between different risks and understand their real impact on the business?

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What does a practical risk management decision-making framework actually look like for a company our size?

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How do we plug risk management into everyday business decisions — instead of treating it as a separate compliance activity?

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How do we push risk ownership to the people closest to operations, so decisions are faster and more informed?

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Are we doing too much governance or too little? How do we find the right balance for our business?

Packages That Make It Simple

Not sure where to begin? Pick a package that matches your timeline and budget. Each one bundles modules so you don't have to piece things together. All prices are approximate and subject to change based on your organization's individual circumstances.

Foundation

€6K – €15K
2 – 5 weeks
  • Governance assessment (G1)
  • Gap analysis & maturity scoring
  • Prioritised roadmap
  • Executive summary briefing
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Enterprise

€40K – €75K
4 – 9 months
  • All 5 modules (G1 – G5)
  • Full ISMS implementation
  • ISO 27001 preparation option
  • Internal audit programme
  • Certification audit support
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Retainer

€2.5K – €6K
per month · ongoing
  • Continuous governance support
  • CISOaaS integration (15–20% off)
  • Quarterly maturity reviews
  • Policy update management
  • Metrics reporting & analysis
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What Changes When Governance Is Done Right

A well-built governance system isn't bureaucracy — it's the reason some organisations handle incidents calmly while others scramble.

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Stronger Security Posture

When you have a clear framework, your organisation spots threats early instead of reacting after the damage is done. Incidents get smaller and recovery gets faster.

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Regulatory Confidence

Audits stop being fire drills. With documented governance and structured risk management, you're ready when regulators come knocking — not scrambling to pull evidence together.

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Smarter Decisions

Good KPIs and KRIs give leadership the data they need to make real decisions — where to invest, what to fix first, and whether the security spend is actually working.

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Security Becomes Everyone's Job

When governance is clear and practical, people across the organisation understand their role in protecting information. Security stops being "IT's problem" and becomes shared responsibility.

Why Cubic Consulting

We're practitioners first. You get senior expertise without the overhead — and at a price that works for mid-market and SME budgets.

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30+ Years in the CISO Chair

Our team has led security programmes at Fortune 500 companies and responded to major incidents firsthand. We've lived what we're advising you on.

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30–50% Below Big Four Rates

Same calibre of expertise, far less overhead. You work directly with senior consultants — no layers of junior analysts in between.

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Multilingual & Benelux-Based

We deliver in English, French, German, and Luxembourgish. That matters when you're dealing with Belgian regional complexity or cross-border operations.

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Right-Sized for Your Business

Governance doesn't have to mean a mountain of paperwork. We find the right balance — enough structure to protect you, not so much that it slows you down.

Let's Talk About Your Governance

Book a free 30-minute call. We'll look at where you stand today, identify the biggest gaps, and map out a practical path forward. No pitch, no pressure.

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