Turning risk into real controllability
Who really has an overview of IT security in your company?
IT keeps operations stable. Systems run, processes work, everyday life seems secure. At the same time, the threat situation is constantly changing. Attackers are developing new methods, bypassing protection mechanisms and specifically looking for vulnerabilities that are not actively checked in day-to-day business.
The crucial gap arises where risks exist but are not made visible or are not translated into their business impact. This is precisely where the external information security officer (external ISB) comes in.
Expert knowledge without staff retention
The external ISB is an independent sparring partner for management and IT management. It creates transparency about real cyber risks, assesses technical vulnerabilities and organizational gaps and prioritizes the issues that are relevant to the business. The aim is to classify them in terms of concrete effects such as default risks, financial damage or loss of reputation.
Management liability at a glance
All measures are documented in a comprehensible manner. Decisions are therefore justified and auditable. This reduces the personal liability risk for management in the event of security incidents and regulatory audits.
Bundling and managing responsibility
The external ISB acts as a neutral authority between management, IT and external service providers. Security decisions are based on risk analyses and business requirements, not on product promises. Complex technical issues are translated into economic consequences. This makes information security measurable, controllable and a management task.
Pragmatic implementation instead of additional complexity
IT security must work in everyday life and not on paper.
Internal IT remains responsible for operation and implementation. It controls systems, ensures stability and implements technical measures. External support complements this structure in a targeted manner without shifting responsibilities.
The focus is on concrete relief in day-to-day business. External expertise is brought in for audits, security assessments, architecture decisions or acute risk situations. This reduces training costs and speeds up operational decisions.
Compliance requirements such as ISO 27001, BSI IT-Grundschutz, NIS2, BSI-KritisV or B3S are implemented pragmatically. The decisive factor is the adaptation to the size of the company and real operating conditions, without unnecessary complexity or over-documentation. The aim is to implement IT security that is integrated into existing processes, provides protection and works on a day-to-day basis.
Advantages at a glance:
Reduce liability risk
Clear documentation and structured control protect the management from personal liability.
Central control
A dedicated contact person bundles and takes responsibility for all IT security matters. Not just consulting, but with a mandate. Cheaper than a permanent employee.
Tried and tested expertise
Experience from over 400 IT security projects and various industries ensures realistic, effective solutions.
Economic security
We focus on appropriate protection instead of unrealistic full protection – with monthly billing and a flexible term of one to three years.
Our approach in six steps
01
Initial meeting & understanding of objectives
We get to know your company, your assets and your security objectives - confidentially and in a structured manner
02
Risk and actual state analysis
We review your existing security measures, identify vulnerabilities and prioritize risks.
03
Concept development
Based on the analysis, we create a customized security concept to suit your company.
04
Implementation
We implement guidelines, processes and technical measures - including training and phishing tests.
05
Operation and monitoring
Continuous monitoring, adaptation and regular reports ensure sustainable security.
06
Regular reviews and optimization
We review progress together, adapt the concept to new risks and support you in the long term.
Your contact persons
Security is a matter of trust. With us, you don't talk to a ticket system - you talk directly to experienced experts.
S. Philipp Kalweit is Director Strategy & Consulting with a focus on security awareness and offensive IT auditing. He has been advising SMEs and corporations for nine years, particularly in highly regulated industries. In 2019, he was honored by DIE ZEIT as “Hamburger of the Month” and included in the Forbes 30 under 30 DACH list.
S. Philipp Kalweit
Managing Partner
Dipl.-Wirtsch.-Ing. Günther Paprocki has been Managing Partner of KALWEIT ITS since May 2024. As Director HR & Operations, he is responsible for operations and personnel. With experience at Sharp, Philips and Cisco, he brings a breath of fresh air to consulting. His focus: strengthening cybersecurity in Germany.
Günther Paprocki
Managing Partner
