November 7, 2024
In today’s rapidly evolving and increasingly complex security landscape, corporations face a multitude of threats to their assets, personnel, and business operations. To address these challenges, Tomahawk Strategic Solutions offers a broad spectrum of services and advisory capabilities that help corporate clients identify, understand, manage, and reduce risk. In addition to world-class corporate training programs, Tomahawk provides independent, outside perspectives to strengthen security programs—from tactical to strategic levels—by leveraging a comprehensive suite of risk management tools. Our approach blends diverse experience, rigor, and expertise to examine, test, and validate security controls and operational processes.
Threat Vulnerability Risk Assessments (TVRAs)
Understanding the threats and vulnerabilities an organization faces is the first step toward developing a robust security program. This program should incorporate multiple layers of defense to safeguard assets and personnel. Tomahawk conducts both Strategic Threat Vulnerability Risk Assessments (STVRAs) and Tactical Threat Vulnerability Risk Assessments (TTVRAs) at different levels of an organization.
For businesses with emerging or outsourced security models, calibrating what’s at risk—both assets and vulnerabilities—is crucial. As one client put it, “I need to understand what I need to be concerned about.” The STVRA approach takes a holistic view of the organization, identifying and prioritizing critical assets, and analyzing potential threats and vulnerabilities. Working closely with the client, Tomahawk then helps develop a phased security strategy, including resource allocation and a roadmap for long-term sustainability.
On the tactical side, TTVRAs focus on specific locations or facilities, with a comprehensive review of physical security measures. These assessments not only address security infrastructure but also provide insights into an organization’s security culture, which can impact the effectiveness of technology and procedures. Through customized assessments, Tomahawk helps clients identify operational gaps and implement improvements to fortify their security posture.
Policies, Standards, and Procedures
A significant challenge for many organizations—particularly those in regulated industries—is creating and maintaining meaningful security policies, standards, and procedures. These documents are critical for driving consistent, auditable security practices that can withstand both internal audits and external scrutiny, including litigation in the event of an incident.
At Tomahawk, we assist clients in developing these critical documents from scratch or reviewing and improving existing ones. Our work spans a wide range of disciplines, including workplace violence programs, Security Operations Centers (SOCs), incident management, continuity of operations, and crisis management.
A well-documented security framework is essential, but the real challenge lies in the practical application of these policies. Is the perimeter secure? Is lighting sufficient? Are access points monitored? These questions, which we explore during our TTVRAs, are also critical in understanding the effectiveness of policies and procedures. However, our penetration testing (often referred to as “Red Teaming”) takes this a step further by simulating real-world attacks to identify vulnerabilities in physical security and operational processes.
Penetration Testing
Penetration tests are a valuable tool for validating security measures and exposing hidden vulnerabilities. Through these controlled exercises, Tomahawk's team attempts to gain unauthorized access to corporate offices and facilities, simulating potential security breaches. This testing process not only reveals gaps in physical security but also helps uncover internal vulnerabilities related to IT systems, critical infrastructure, and corporate leadership access. By proactively identifying these weaknesses, we provide clients with actionable insights to improve both their security and operational procedures, ensuring that they are better prepared for actual threats.
Security Operations Centers (SOCs)
A high-performing Security Operations Center (SOC) is a cornerstone of a comprehensive risk management program, offering continuous, 24/7 monitoring of corporate assets and potential threats. Tomahawk can assist in building a SOC from the ground up or enhancing an existing one. Our approach starts with understanding the mission of the SOC: What is the core purpose? What capabilities are needed? From there, we assess the SOC’s structure, resources, policies, staffing, training, and supporting technologies, ensuring that it functions effectively and efficiently.
A SOC is also critical in crisis management. As incidents escalate into crises, the SOC serves as the focal point for coordinating incident response, while continuing to monitor ongoing threats. By integrating incident management into a broader crisis management strategy, organizations can ensure that the appropriate resources are mobilized swiftly and effectively.
Crisis Management and Business Continuity Planning
When a crisis strikes, time is of the essence. The term “crisis” originates from the Greek word krisis, meaning a decisive moment or turning point. In moments of high stress, organizations need to activate their crisis management processes quickly, making informed decisions based on imperfect information. Tomahawk’s extensive experience in crisis management helps organizations navigate these high-stakes situations, safeguarding people, facilities, information, and reputation.
Equally important is business continuity planning (BCP). In today’s volatile environment, organizations must be prepared for disruptions, with multiple contingency plans in place to minimize downtime and ensure operational resilience. Tomahawk’s expert planners assist clients in developing robust business continuity strategies that help them survive and recover from disruptions, whether local or global in scope.
Tabletop Exercises, Simulations, and Wargaming
Simulations, tabletop exercises, and wargaming are powerful tools for testing an organization’s crisis management and continuity plans. These exercises provide a structured environment in which companies can deliberately test their decision-making processes, communications protocols, and resilience strategies. Tomahawk facilitates these exercises to help clients identify gaps in their plans, refine roles and responsibilities, and ensure that their teams are ready for real-world crises.
Workplace Violence Programs
In today’s security environment, human capital, facilities, and reputations are vulnerable to unprecedented levels of violence and threats of violence. Tomahawk takes a holistic approach to assessing workplace violence risks and developing tailored programs to mitigate these threats. Whether building a program from the ground up or assessing an existing one, we help clients create safer work environments by addressing vulnerabilities and providing strategies for reducing residual risk.
Conclusion
These services represent just a fraction of the comprehensive risk management solutions Tomahawk Strategic Solutions offers. Our value proposition is clear: we combine the expertise of seasoned professionals with diverse backgrounds in corporate security, military, and law enforcement to deliver tailored solutions that meet the highest standards. Whether addressing physical security, crisis management, business continuity, or compliance with regulatory obligations, Tomahawk provides the tools and insights needed to protect what matters most to your organization.