Assume your security will be tested. The question is whether you’re ready.

Cyber security incidents don’t announce themselves. Get a view of your security posture, so you can spot real risks early, close the gaps that matter and avoid finding out the hard way.

Cyber security starts with understanding your exposure

Cyber threats aren’t theoretical. They’re constant, evolving and increasingly targeted. Most organisations aren’t caught out because they ignore security. They’re caught out because they don’t have a clear, shared view of where their real exposure sits or how ready they are to respond.

Our Cyber Security Assessment gives you that clarity and frontline defence. We examine how your security really operates across governance, processes, technology and people. We surface where risk is quietly building, where controls aren’t holding up and what needs fixing first to reduce the chance and impact of an incident.

No scare tactics. Just a clear, honest view of your security posture and a practical plan to strengthen it.

I see them not only as a trusted partner, but actually as an extended part of our technology organisation.

— Chief Information Officer at S&W Group

Why it matters

Most cyber incidents don’t start with a dramatic breach. They are often quiet and start small, security failing slowly through with assumptions, blind spots and small control failures no one notices. If you don’t know where you’re exposed, you’re already carrying more risk than you think.

When security visibility is weak:

A Cyber Security Assessment closes these gaps, before it’s exposed for you.

What you get

Our Cyber Security Assessment replaces assumption with evidence and reaction with preparation.

View of your security posture
An honest picture of how well your current controls actually protect critical assets.
Risk-aligned insight
Findings framed against your risk appetite — not abstract maturity scores.
Prioritised improvement map
Clear actions that show what to fix first, where to focus investment and why it matters.
Framework-aligned approach
Assessment aligned to standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, CIS or your internal frameworks.
Advice based on experience
Input from practitioners who have overcome the consequences of security gaps.

Raising cyber security standards across a complex energy environment

A client project we’re proud of. 

A global energy company strengthened its security posture across 10,000+ users while cutting over £5m in cyber spend.

Our client operated a complex, global technology estate spanning multiple operating companies and jurisdictions. Security controls had grown unevenly over time, while regulatory and data privacy pressure continued to increase. Leaders knew they were carrying risk, but didn’t have a clear, shared view of where exposure was building or which controls really mattered. Ortecha assessed their cyber security posture and help them turn uncertainty into informed action.

What changed:

Why choose Ortecha?

Security assessments fail when they’re abstract or fear-driven. Ours work because they’re grounded and pragmatic.

Here’s what we bring: 

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Most asked questions

What exactly is a Cyber Security Assessment?

A Cyber Security Assessment gives you a clear, evidence-based view of how secure your organisation actually is — not how secure it assumes it is.

It looks beyond tools and technology to examine governance, processes, people and incident readiness. The goal is simple: to understand where real risk sits today, how exposed you are, and what needs attention first to reduce the likelihood and impact of an incident.

Can the assessment align with our own standards or frameworks?

Yes. We regularly align assessments to NIST, ISO 27001, CIS and any client-specific frameworks. 

How often should we have a security assessment?

There’s no fixed rule, but most organisations should reassess their security posture:

  • At least once a year

  • After significant technology change

  • Following a security incident or near miss

  • Ahead of regulatory scrutiny, audits or major transformation

Cyber risk changes as your organisation changes. Regular assessments help you stay ahead of that drift.

Will the assessment disrupt our day-to-day operations?

Not at all. A well-run assessment is designed to work around your business — not interrupt it.

We combine targeted interviews, evidence review and focused analysis to minimise disruption, while still giving you a reliable picture of your security posture. You’ll know exactly what we need, when we need it, and why.

What happens after the assessment?

You don’t just get a report — you get clarity and direction.

We provide:

  • A clear view of where risk is building

  • A prioritised roadmap showing what to fix first and why

  • Actions that leadership can confidently stand behind

Many clients use the outcome to guide investment decisions, strengthen assurance, or demonstrate control to regulators and boards.

Is this just for compliance or does it actually improve security?

Compliance may be one outcome, but it’s not the purpose.

A Cyber Security Assessment is about reducing real risk, not ticking boxes. It helps you focus effort where it genuinely matters, avoid over-engineering controls, and make informed decisions about prevention — before an incident forces the issue.

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