Cybersecurity Due Diligence
Cybersecurity Due Diligence
Uncover hidden cyber risks before closing a deal. M&A, investment, and partnership security assessments.
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01 / THE DETAIL
What is Cybersecurity Due Diligence?
For small projects and ad-hoc work outside our pre-agreed packages or retainers, our standard hourly rate is $460.
02 / THE DETAIL
Who Needs Cybersecurity Due Diligence?
Private equity firms evaluating portfolio acquisitions
Venture capital funds performing pre-investment checks
Corporate development teams managing M&A pipelines
Companies onboarding high-risk vendors or partners
Insurance underwriters assessing cyber risk exposure
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Get Your Scope and Price with our Microsoft Security alumni. Fixed-price proposal within 24 hours.
03 / THE DETAIL
Our Methodology
Scoping & NDA
We define the assessment boundaries, sign NDAs, and establish secure data exchange channels with the target.
Document & Data Collection
We gather security policies, architecture diagrams, incident reports, and compliance documentation from the target.
Technical Assessment
We perform hands-on evaluation of the target's infrastructure, cloud environments, and security controls.
Risk Report & Deal Advisory
We deliver a comprehensive report with risk scores, estimated remediation costs, and specific deal recommendations.
04 / DELIVERABLES
What You Get with Cybersecurity Due Diligence
- Technical Infrastructure Security Assessment
- Data Protection & Privacy Compliance Review
- Regulatory & Legal Compliance Gap Analysis
- Third-party & Supply Chain Risk Evaluation
- Cloud Infrastructure & Architecture Review
- Incident History & Response Capability Assessment
- Security Program Maturity Scoring
- Executive Risk Summary & Deal Impact Analysis
- Intellectual Property Protection Review
- Insurance & Liability Exposure Assessment
05 / PRICING
Cybersecurity Due Diligence Pricing
Basic
For small target organizations and straightforward deals.
- Security Posture Assessment
- Compliance Gap Review
- Executive Risk Summary
- 2-3 Week Delivery
Mid-Market
For mid-market transactions with moderate complexity.
- Full Technical Assessment
- Data Protection Review
- Third-party Risk Evaluation
- Remediation Cost Estimates
- 4-6 Week Delivery
Enterprise
For complex, multi-entity enterprise acquisitions.
- Multi-entity Assessment
- Cross-jurisdiction Compliance
- IP Protection Review
- Insurance Exposure Analysis
- Deal Advisory & Negotiation Support
06 / FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does cybersecurity due diligence cost?
Basic external assessments start at $8,000. Mid-market comprehensive reviews typically range from $25,000 to $50,000. Enterprise complex transactions can exceed $100,000. We provide fixed-price proposals based on the target's size and complexity.
When should the assessment occur in the deal process?
Ideally from the earliest stages. Research shows 38% begin at the strategy phase, 33% during target screening, and 22% during formal due diligence. Earlier evaluation provides stronger negotiating leverage and more time to assess risks.
How does this differ from IT due diligence?
Traditional IT reviews focus on infrastructure inventory and operational continuity. Cybersecurity due diligence digs deeper - evaluating breach history, vulnerability exposure, compliance gaps, and quantified cyber risk that impacts deal valuation.
Can the assessment happen without the target knowing?
Yes. Phase 1 external assessment utilizes publicly available information, threat intelligence, and external scanning techniques - useful for early-stage confidential screening before any engagement with the target.
What happens when critical issues are found?
Critical findings receive immediate communication to deal teams, not held for final reports. We help quantify severity, potential impact, and remediation complexity so you can make informed decisions quickly.
Is a SOC 2 certification from the target sufficient?
No. SOC 2 provides point-in-time validation, covers limited scope, and excludes breach detection and threat intelligence. Independent verification remains essential for M&A contexts where you're taking on the target's full risk profile.
Which regulations mandate this assessment?
SEC disclosure rules require material cyber risk reporting. GDPR mandates data protection impact assessments. HIPAA holds acquirers responsible for PHI practices. FTC Safeguards Rule requires financial institutions to assess acquired entities. NIS 2 mandates cybersecurity risk management for critical sectors.
How is confidential deal information protected?
All engagements operate under strict NDAs. We follow need-to-know principles. Assessment data remains encrypted in transit and at rest. Client data is not retained beyond the engagement unless specifically requested.
How long does the assessment take?
External-only reviews: 5-7 business days. Comprehensive internal assessments: 2-4 weeks. Complex multi-entity evaluations: 4-8 weeks. We offer expedited options for compressed deal timelines.
07 / THE DETAIL
See Where You Stand
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