Audit & Assurance

Strong security starts with clear insight. Our audit and assurance services uncover gaps in your controls and guide you toward smarter, real-world protection.
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Make compliance easier. Build confidence in your security.

Our audit and assurance services make compliance feel manageable. From ISO 27001 and PCI DSS to SWIFT CSCF, we help scope, assess, and remediate, so you can close gaps, meet global standards, and earn trust along the way.
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Smarter risk starts with expert assurance

From internal reviews to certification readiness, we deliver trusted information assurance across key frameworks, so you’re prepared for any level of scrutiny.
All of Government Marketplace
We support suppliers in achieving compliance for All-of-Government Marketplace onboarding—ensuring privacy, security, and readiness for annual assurance reviews.
All of Government Marketplace
Supporting suppliers through onboarding and audit requirements
ISO 27001
Build and align your security systems to ISO 27001 requirements with expert guidance that supports successful certification.
ISO 27001
Simplify your journey to ISO 27001 certification
Payment Card Industry (PCI)
Understand your PCI DSS posture and prepare for certification by identifying control gaps and securing payment data environments.
Payment Card Industry (PCI)
Prepare your business for PCI DSS compliance
SWIFT CSCF
Help SWIFT users meet CSCF obligations through objective assessments and actionable advice to secure financial messaging.
SWIFT CSCF
Review your SWIFT CSCF compliance status
CIO
Government Agency
Cythera operates as an extension of our team. When we call there is an immediate response and the person that answers our call is the person that resolves our issue. Cythera understands our network, and more importantly, has taken the time to understand our business. We find it easy to work with Cythera. They are approachable, flexible and have taken the time to build deep relationships with our team. It is a partnership and friendship. Cythera’s personalised, highly specialised services makes all the difference. We would recommend Cythera to anyone in the industry looking for a managed services partner.
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Expert-led cyber security audit services you can trust

From hands-on control testing to clear, board-ready reports. We turn audits into strategic insights that drive action.

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Real insight. Clear direction.

We combine compliance reviews with a deep understanding of your tech and threat landscape, so your audit means something in the real world.

  • Comprehensive coverage across your systems, controls, and governance
  • Aligned with ISO, PCI, SWIFT and your internal standards
  • Risk-ranked findings with straightforward steps to fix them
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Benefits

Tech audit and assurance that drives real outcomes

We cut through the noise with clear, practical expertise. Bringing confidence to every information assurance engagement.
Security shaped to fit your business
Our audits, assurance, and risk processes are built to match your business
Insights that get you audit-ready
From ISO 27001 to PCI DSS and SWIFT, we help you navigate requirements, fix gaps, and validate your readiness.
Looking for more than a checklist and a report?
You’ll get more than findings. We turn audits into clear, useful insights you can act on.
What comes next

Ready to lay the groundwork for stronger security?

Audits aren’t the end, they’re the start of smarter security. We make your next steps clear, from remediation and uplift to long-term audit strategies.

  • Clear roadmap with step-by-step remediation guidance
  • Recommendations shaped around your risk appetite
  • Direct access to advisory, technical, and compliance expertise
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CIO
Government Agency
Cythera operates as an extension of our team. When we call there is an immediate response and the person that answers our call is the person that resolves our issue. Cythera understands our network, and more importantly, has taken the time to understand our business. We find it easy to work with Cythera. They are approachable, flexible and have taken the time to build deep relationships with our team. It is a partnership and friendship. Cythera’s personalised, highly specialised services makes all the difference. We would recommend Cythera to anyone in the industry looking for a managed services partner.
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Latest advisories

Stay ahead of emerging threats with our expert blog posts, research, and industry updates.
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FarCry Core Framework - Multiple Issues
FarCry Core contains multiple vulnerabilities that could let unauthenticated users upload arbitrary files and execute remote code on the hosting server.
Silverstripe – Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) Vulnerability
With local organisation admin credentials, an attacker can exploit the API to create, delete, or revert virtual machine snapshots in other organisations’ Virtual Data Centres (VDCs), breaching isolation boundaries.
Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

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

Can Cythera assist with SWIFT CSCF audit preparation?

Absolutely. Cythera delivers SWIFT CSCF assessments that benchmark your environment against the latest mandatory and advisory controls, deliver risk-prioritised guidance, and assist with both remediation and final validation activities.

Can Cythera guide us through ISO 27001 readiness?

Yes. We support your ISO 27001 journey end to end, including gap assessments, implementing controls, and preparing you for audits with no last-minute surprises.

Do audits interfere with daily operations?

No. Our audit approach is designed to be low impact. We collaborate with your team to plan around operational needs, ensuring security assessments don't interrupt day-to-day business.

How does Cythera conduct PCI DSS audits?

Our PCI-certified assessors partner with your team to assess your cardholder data environment, uncover gaps against PCI DSS standards, and map out a step-by-step remediation plan to help you meet compliance and avoid audit issues.

What audit services are available from Cythera?

We provide internal audit support for ISO 27001, PCI DSS readiness assessments, SWIFT CSCF reviews, and custom audits that align with both regulatory and internal risk management expectations.

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