ABOUT US
We are here to help businesses that are ready to take the next step in cyber security.
We are your cyber security partner.
Proven capabilities and experience.
All organizations need a cyber security leader. We get it; not all businesses can afford a full-time cyber security leader or CISO on their staff; a person who is technically fluent, business savvy, and can guide the organization in reducing risks to information assets.
RiskAware was incorporated in 2018 to help address the gap with organizations utilizing part-time or fractional CISO and to offer executive leadership services. We serve organizations of all sizes and specialize in small and mid-size businesses (SMBs) in all verticals, including Not-For-Profits and Startups.
Our Vision.
It is our vision to assist organizations at seeing the possibilities that will reduce risk and help them to be more resilient and secure.
Tested and true.
Our fractional vCISOs have no less than ten years of experience providing executive-level information security leadership to organization of all sizes and across a wide span of industries.
Our partners and affiliated services share the same depth, with years of information security experience.
Focused.
Our focus is in providing SMBs, startups and non-for-profits with the capabilities of a large corporate information security experience without the large corporate cost.
In contrast, larger organizations and consulting firms with have a convoluted menu of services, cut-and-paste capabilities, and high costs,
Experienced.
Having seen how cyber security has transformed over the years, we have excellent experience across many verticals.
Through our understanding of the risks and threats that face most businesses, we build a sound cyber security solutions for each of our clients.
We are a focused boutique firm here to serve you. Contact us today for a free consultation.
OUR CLIENTS INCLUDE
RiskAware has provided our organization with sound advise and tools to manage our cybersecurity risks. As a result of the assessment that was provided, the team was extremely helpful to assist to upgrade our security and establish controls and procedures . The continued oversight has been a bonus.
- Ken Goodwin, The Osborne Group
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Giving Back.
RiskAware is proud to join Pledge 1%, a global movement creating new normal where companies of all sizes integrate giving back into their culture and values. Pledge 1% empowers companies to donate 1% of product, 1% of equity, 1% of profit or 1% of employee time to causes of their choice. RiskAware is excited to join Pledge 1%’s network of founders, entrepreneurs and companies around the globe that have committed to giving back.
What are the benefits of working with RiskAware?
☑️ We are a focused boutique firm here to serve you.
☑️ We have the expertise in multiple industries including Oil & Gas, Energy, Financial, Retail, and Healthcare.
☑️ We have more than twenty years experience in information and cybersecurity.
☑️ We have a strong understanding of today’s risk and threats.
Michael Castro, Founder and President.
CISO, CYBERSECURITY AND RISK EXECUTIVE ADVISOR, PROFESSIONAL SPEAKER, BOARD MEMBER, AUTHOR.
Michael is an accomplished IT leader with 20+ years experience building and leading Information Security, Cyber Risk and Compliance at the enterprise level. He has successfully led all aspects of Information Security Programs.
He wields a unique blend of technical knowledge, business acumen, and decisive leadership to improve performance and protect data and networking systems.
MICHAEL’S CAREER
Head of Information Security and Risk (CISO) for Loblaw Companies Limited
Security Advisory Services for Canadian Tire
Country CISO for Ally Bank (Canada)
Security Leader for Suncor Energy
Security Lead, USC Canada
Frontline Paramedic and First Responder