Strengthen your information security with (CI)SO as a Service
Many organisations realise that watertight information security is essential, but lack the specific expertise or time to set it up at a strategic (or even operational) level. With (CI)SO as a Service, you bring this knowledge in house immediately.
Bringing in specific expertise
This service is delivered personally by the entrepreneur behind Tip ICT, Patrick van der Weide, throughout the Netherlands — from Amsterdam and the Zaanstreek to well beyond. Depending on the complexity and scope of the challenge, he joins forces with the specialists at partner Protify. That way you benefit from years of hands-on experience combined with proven compliance methodologies.
Strategic and practical
Patrick helps design, implement and maintain an Information Security Management System (ISMS). The focus is not just on ticking off standards, but on what genuinely works for your specific company culture and working processes.
What the (CI)SO means for you:
- ISMS management: setting up and continuously improving your security structure.
- Risk management: carrying out risk analyses and periodic reviews.
- Strategic advice: translating abstract threats into concrete control measures.
- Coaching: guiding internal roles in the area of security and privacy.
- Audit support: full support in achieving or maintaining certifications such as ISO 27001, the NIS2 directive (implemented in the Netherlands via the Cyber Security Act) or GDPR.
CISO or Security Officer: what do you need?
There's a fundamental difference between the CISO and SO roles. Depending on the organisation and the security team, Patrick can fulfil one of the two roles, or indeed both. The distinction:
| Role | Focus | Responsibility |
|---|---|---|
| CISO | Strategy & tactics | Policy-making, building support with management, and oversight of risks. |
| Security Officer | Operations & execution | Implementing controls, incident logging and technical checks. |
Whether it's strategic direction (CISO) or operational depth, Patrick helps you determine which approach best fits your organisation's maturity level.
Who is this service for?
(CI)SO as a Service is the ideal solution for organisations that:
- Don't want to hire a full-time CISO, but do need high-quality expertise.
- Specifically need that external, independent view, to change or reinforce the internal culture.
- Want to make rapid progress in their security maturity.
- Must meet strict requirements (customer requirements, legislation or ISO certification).
- Need an independent expert who keeps the internal organisation sharp.
Seamless integration into your team
Patrick acts as a fully-fledged member of your organisation. He reports directly to management or the board and works closely with IT teams, (software) engineers and external service providers.
What can you expect?
- Works according to your organisation's compliance framework, or sets one up;
- Uses your own systems, or sets up the systems required;
- A fresh, critical perspective that breaks through existing patterns where needed;
- Direct, hands-on support that safeguards independence.
Information security starts with leadership
A (CI)SO is only truly effective when there's commitment from management. Success happens when the board actively takes part in risk analyses and provides the necessary room and mandate. Together, we make sure security isn't a "box to tick", but an integral part of the business.
Our approach: steering by risk, demonstrably in control
Risk management first
Every measure starts with a risk analysis: what actually threatens your organisation? That way attention and budget go to what matters, not to security theatre on paper.
Compliance as a foundation
ISO 27001, NIS2 and GDPR are woven into your existing processes. Not as a separate project, but as a demonstrable part of the business — ready for any audit.
Proactive steering
Periodic reviews, reports to management and continuous improvement of the ISMS. Security isn't a snapshot, but a cycle that keeps turning.