Sharing Our Secret Sauce 🌶️
Today we are sharing some of the secret sauce that has made cyway successful publicly.
The CY360 methodology enables organizations to stand up and run effective cybersecurity programs. Having supported the method with many of our clients over several years, we are now sharing it publicly in the hope that it will be useful to a wider audience and contribute to a more cyber resilient world.
We encourage security leaders and business executives to adopt CY360 principles for effective, business-driven security programs supporting sustainable growth and resilience.
And we invite practitioners, leaders, and all those interested, to not only use the approach for driving cyber resilience, but to share learnings and feedback so we can together refine the method toward building greater cyber resilience for all.
Enjoy the read!
Executive Summary
A better approach is needed to protect businesses from cyber threats effectively. Too many security programs today fail to adequately protect the businesses they serve. They often introduce unnecessary complexity, impeding business instead of enabling it. In response, regulators have released directives and regulations affecting companies both in the EU and in Switzerland (NIS2, DORA, Cyber Resilience Act (CRA)), yet many organizations still struggle to incorporate such standards effectively.
We propose a real-world validated methodology that has helped dozens of organizations promote effective cybersecurity programs that fundamentally align with the businesses they protect. The CY360 approach continues to deliver strong results for our clients and by making it publicly available we hope to contribute to a more cyber-resilient world.
The CY360 Methodology
CY360 Methodology: Each component in CY360 builds on the last, with the core idea that cybersecurity is not a siloed technical function, but a critical enabler of business success. The methodology integrates cybersecurity into a cohesive cycle that is agile and business relevant.
The approach is built on five interconnected phases that work together to create a comprehensive security program:
- Understand the Business - Foundation of business context
- Action Planning - Prioritized security initiatives
- Risk Assessment - Continuous risk evaluation
- Validate Compliance - Regulatory alignment
- Continuous Improvement - Ongoing optimization
Why Organizations Value CY360
Organizations find CY360 valuable because it:
1. Enables business rather than blocking it
Security becomes an enabler, not a blocker. By understanding business objectives first, CY360 ensures that security measures support growth and innovation while maintaining protection.
2. Breaks down complexity using globally adopted benchmarks
Leveraging frameworks like NIST CSF 2.0, CY360 simplifies the complex landscape of cybersecurity into actionable, globally recognized practices that reduce confusion and accelerate implementation.
3. Delivers holistic visibility to key executives
Leadership gets clear, comprehensive insights into the security posture, enabling informed decision-making and strategic resource allocation without getting lost in technical details.
4. Optimizes cost and effectiveness through prioritized actions
Focus on quick wins and high-impact improvements ensures that security investments deliver maximum value, reducing waste and accelerating results.
5. Transforms regulatory compliance into strategic advantage
Rather than treating regulations like NIS2, DORA, and the Cyber Resilience Act as burdens, CY360 turns compliance into an opportunity to strengthen the business and gain competitive advantage.
A Methodology Built for Real-World Results
The CY360 approach is not theoretical—it has been proven in practice across various industries and organization sizes. It provides a structured yet flexible framework that adapts to your specific business context while maintaining alignment with international standards and regulatory requirements.
By following the CY360 cycle, organizations can:
- Start with context: Understanding the business ensures security aligns with what matters most
- Plan strategically: Focus resources on initiatives that deliver real impact
- Assess continuously: Regular risk evaluation keeps security relevant and responsive
- Demonstrate compliance: Built-in validation ensures regulatory requirements are met
- Improve systematically: The cycle naturally drives ongoing enhancement and maturity
Take the Next Step
🚀 Build an Effective Security Program – Adopt CY360 principles to meet NIS2, DORA, and Cyber Resilience Act requirements while enabling your business to grow securely
CY360 helps you create a security program that works:
✅ Business-Driven – Security that enables rather than impedes
✅ Proven in Practice – Real-world validated approach with demonstrated results
✅ Compliance-Ready – Built-in alignment with regulatory requirements
We welcome your feedback and experiences as you apply these principles. Together, we can build a more cyber-resilient world.