How do we get started?
We start with a short consult to understand your goals, your current state, and any deadlines you're working toward. From there we scope the engagement, whether that's a fractional CISO or CIO role, a specific compliance push, or an AI governance program.
What does a fractional CISO or CIO actually do?
We step into the executive security or IT seat on a part-time basis: setting strategy, building and running the program, reporting to your board, and making the calls a full-time executive would, scaled to your stage and budget.
How is Ember different from an auditor?
Auditors check your work. We do the work. Ember builds and leads your security and compliance program, then guides you through the audit. Advisor, not auditor.
Which frameworks and standards do you cover?
SOC 2, ISO 27001, and ISO 42001, along with the underlying security program those certifications rest on. We handle readiness, control design, and audit support from start to finish.
Can you help with AI, not just security?
Yes. AI is a core specialization. We help you govern AI with ISO 42001, risk assessments, and clear oversight, and secure it against emerging threats, so you can adopt AI with confidence.
How do engagements and pricing work?
Scoped engagements with clear deliverables, sized to your stage, from a one-time project to an ongoing embedded role. Reach out and we'll tailor a plan to what you need.