The 1-10-60 rule in cybersecurity is a benchmark for organisations to aim for: detecting a cyber threat within 1 minute; investigating and understanding it within 10 minutes; and containing and remediating the threat within 60 minutes. It emphasises the critical importance of speed in responding to cyber incidents to minimise potential damage.

Immediate alerts through real-time monitoring tools are crucial for detecting threats within a minute. A streamlined rapid assessment protocol, including automated tools, is essential for understanding the nature of a threat within 10 minutes. A skilled, ready-to-respond incident team, equipped with the necessary tools and authority, is vital for effective action within 60 minutes.

Our professional services team work at the frontline of cyber security incidents and we can help you achieve the 1-10-60 benchmark by designing your incident response strategy, implementing real-time monitoring and rapid assessment protocols, and providing expert training and drills.

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"It takes 20 years to build a reputation and few minutes of cyber-incident to ruin it."

Stephane Nappo, Global Chief Information Security Officer

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John Madelin

Managing Partner - Cyber Security

As Managing Partner for Cyber Security, John has over 30 years of hands-on experience in numerous front-line roles which have focused on the design, build, and management of cyber security—and included intense cyber incident management responsibilities. John’s experience spans across government, banking, retail, manufacturing, and utilities. He is a practical leader who has developed an approach to digital security which focuses on getting the basics right first and building out from there.

His position as a long-standing and respected member of the security community has led to many prominent roles and responsibilities. In recent years, this includes: drafting the UK Government public consultation document on the cyber profession, chairing one of the leading research committees providing cyber security material to the UK Government, and becoming an Oxford Martin Associate on the topic of international co-operation and advising another large national government as a regular panel member.

Our team of experts have multiple decades of experience in cyber security in many different business environments and across various geographies.

We can build you a specialised team with the skillset and expertise required to keep your cyber defences secure and long-lasting.

Our combination of expertise and an intelligent methodology is what realises tangible financial benefits for clients.