Create security policies aligned to your context

Create and maintain practical policies aligned to ISO 27001, ISM, or NIST frameworks—designed for your sector and risk profile.
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Security Policy and Standard Development

Practical security policies designed to work with your business

We help organisations navigate the complexity of security compliance by translating industry standards into practical, business-friendly policy. Whether you’re aligning with ISO 27001, ISM, Essential Eight, or internal governance frameworks, our consultants work with you to build policies that reflect how your business operates — not just what the frameworks require.

  • Turn technical controls and obligations into clear, workable policy
  • Align with ISO, ISM, NIST, or custom frameworks
  • Define roles, responsibilities and clear security control objectives
Service detail

How we make policy practical

We go beyond templates by working closely with your team to shape policies that are easy to understand, fit your environment, and meet your compliance and risk requirements.

Policy that works in practice.

Realistic, usable guidance for your team. We help you develop policies that align with how your team operates – not just what’s written in a standard. This ensures better buy-in and stronger evidence of governance.

  • Map against ISO 27001, ISM, NIST or your internal framework
  • Write policies in plain language with examples
  • Deliver review-ready packs with walkthroughs and templates
Our delivery process

How we make policy practical

From start to finish, we collaborate with your team to develop policies aligned with frameworks like the Australian ISM, ISO 27001, and NIST—ensuring they suit your business operations
Clarify scope, standards and structure
We begin with workshops to explore your existing policies, risk tolerance, and the frameworks you operate within.
Write content that works in practice
We create customised policies for your organisation and refine them collaboratively for clarity and alignment.
Enable adoption and audit-readiness
We assist with implementation by supplying document bundles, guided walkthroughs and version tracking – helping you maintain compliance and keep documentation current.
Benefits

Why choose Cythera for policy and standards development

We guide you from understanding the framework through to final approval—making it straightforward to develop and embed policies that meet both regulatory standards and your organisation’s goals.
Policy expertise, simplified
We translate ISM, ISO 27001, and NIST requirements into clear, practical policies—ready for real-world application and audit scrutiny.
Built for your context
We craft policy frameworks that match your risk profile, business model and environment—ensuring they stay relevant and effective over time.
Trusted by government and critical sectors
We work with agencies and essential services to meet audit expectations and uplift policy maturity across complex environments.
What comes next

Expand your security coverage

Policies alone don’t deliver protection — how they’re applied matters most. We help turn your policies into practice by aligning supporting controls, driving awareness, and continuously reviewing their effectiveness.

  • Evaluate how your current standards, procedures and controls support policy goals
  • Boost real-world adoption with targeted training and clear internal messaging
  • Measure how well policies are embedded and identify areas to improve further
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Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

From risk assessment to rapid response - we’re with you every step of the way.

Can Cythera help us align with ISO 27001 or ISM?

Yes. We help you create or refine security policies aligned to ISO 27001, ISM, or other regulatory frameworks. We also ensure policies are practical and adopted throughout the business.

How can we improve policy adoption across the business?

Ongoing awareness, practical advice and consistent messaging are essential. We help reinforce policies with ready-to-use templates, targeted training, and engaging awareness campaigns that embed lasting change.

How do security policies differ from standards?

Policies define the overarching expectations, what your organisation aims to achieve - while standards outline the specific controls and practices that ensure those expectations are met. Together, they form the backbone of consistent and effective security governance.

How often should cyber policies be reviewed and updated?

Security policies should be reviewed at least once a year or in response to key changes - such as technology rollouts, regulatory updates or risk incidents. Cythera helps ensure your governance stays current and aligned with best practice in Australia.

What defines an effective cyber security policy?

Effective security policies are clear, practical and aligned to frameworks like ISO 27001 or ISM. They define responsibilities and expectations in plain language - making it easier for your team to apply security controls day to day.

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