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Aegis Cybersecurity is an independent, vendor-neutral consultancy specialising in Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC). We don’t sell hardware, software, or managed services - our sole focus is on providing strategic guidance, audit readiness, and assurance that strengthens your organisation’s security posture. This independence ensures that our advice is always objective, practical, and aligned with your business goals. Our team works with Australian organisations of all sizes to navigate complex compliance landscapes with confidence. Including (but not limited to) ISO 27001 and SOC 2, through to the ASD Essential Eight, DISP, CPS 234, the SMB1001 standard, and varying NIST frameworks, we help you identify gaps, design pragmatic roadmaps, and build the governance structures needed to demonstrate resilience to regulators, partners, and clients. Certification is more than a tick-box exercise. It’s an opportunity to improve the way your business manages risk, protects data, and earns trust in the marketplace. At Aegis Cybersecurity, we approach every engagement with this mindset, ensuring your frameworks are not just compliant, but effective and sustainable. Our work covers readiness assessments, policy and control development, board reporting, and alignment of day-to-day operations with international standards. We also bring deep experience across highly regulated industries, including defence, financial services, healthcare, and critical infrastructure. Whether you are seeking certification for the first time, uplifting to meet new requirements, or aligning your cyber strategy with growth objectives, we provide the clarity, structure, and assurance you need to progress with confidence. With Aegis Cybersecurity, you gain more than compliance. You gain a trusted partner who helps you strengthen governance, reduce risk, and enable growth — all without the conflict of interest that comes from selling products or managing infrastructure.
At Kavira, we revolutionise the traditional IT service model. Our philosophy is simple yet transformative: we don’t just find problems to fix (and charge for); we proactively improve your systems. This means constantly keeping your business on the cutting edge of technology without the burden of accumulated technical debt.We embrace an outcome-based model based on inudstry best practices from our cutting edge partners such as Microsoft and JumpCloud. When we identify an efficiency that can be improved, we don’t just propose it; we implement it. This approach is not only about solving problems but about making your systems more efficient, often without additional charges. This means your IT infrastructure continuously evolves, stays modern, and your business remains agile and secure without the constant worry of escalating costs.This is the Kavira difference – a commitment to continuous improvement and a focus on long-term, sustainable efficiency rather than short-term fixes. We don’t just support your IT; we elevate it.
Phronesis Security is an award-winning Australian cyber security consultancy.As the country's first B Corp certified cyber security company, committed to delivering world-class cyber security consulting with a tangible social and environmental impact.We provide tailored, pragmatic advice, grounded in a deep business understanding and an intimate awareness of Australia’s threat landscape.
At Parabellum, we help organisations see clearly and act confidently in a complex digital world.We’re a specialist consultancy based entirely in Australia, working with business leaders, boards, investors and government to manage cyber risk with clarity and care. Our strength lies in translating technical depth into strategic understanding—enabling fast, focused decisions when they matter most.Our team delivers across key areas including; governance, risk & compliance advisory & implementation, adversary simulation, advanced penetration testing, incident response, cyber education, and more—all grounded in real-world expertise and a deep respect for what’s at stake.This isn’t just cyber security. It’s Cyber Stewardship—an approach that puts people at the centre, and protection in context.Because real security isn’t one-size-fits-all.It’s shaped by your needs, your goals, your risks.Protection, personalised.
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Cost guide
All figures in AUD. Ranges based on market data from 50+ verified providers.
Size
Consultant
Audit
Total
Micro (1–10)
$3,000–$12,000
$2,000–$6,000
$5,000–$18,000
Small (11–50)
$8,000–$25,000
$4,000–$10,000
$12,000–$35,000
Medium (51–200)
$15,000–$50,000
$6,000–$18,000
$21,000–$68,000
Large (200+)
$30,000–$90,000
$10,000–$30,000
$40,000–$120,000
* Excludes internal staff time. Surveillance audits (years 1–2) ~40–60% of initial audit fee.
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Timeline
Typical range: 3–12 months. Most businesses: 6 months.
Gap Analysis
1–2 weeksAssess current practices against the standard. Identifies what's missing and creates an implementation roadmap.
Implementation
2–6 monthsBuild the management system — documentation, processes, training. The longest phase.
Internal Audit
1–2 weeksAudit your management system internally before bringing in the certification body.
Stage 1 Audit
1–3 daysCertification body reviews documentation and checks readiness for Stage 2.
Stage 2 Audit
1–5 daysOn-site certification audit. Verifies implementation is effective and meets requirements.
Certificate Issued
1–4 weeksCertificate issued after non-conformances are closed. Valid 3 years.
What affects speed
After certification
Certificates valid 3 years. Surveillance audits required in years 1 and 2. Full recertification in year 3.
Frequently asked questions
Answers to the most common questions about NIST Cybersecurity Framework implementation and certification.
NIST Cybersecurity Framework is an internationally recognised framework that helps organisations build structured management systems, improve consistency, and meet stakeholder and regulatory expectations. It can be applied across industries of all sizes.
Any organisation seeking to improve operations, meet client requirements, qualify for tenders, or demonstrate commitment to best practices may pursue NIST Cybersecurity Framework. It is especially common in manufacturing, technology, construction, healthcare, and professional services.
The typical process involves a gap analysis, implementation of required processes and documentation, staff training, an internal audit, then Stage 1 and Stage 2 certification audits conducted by an accredited certification body.
Costs vary by business size and complexity. Small businesses typically spend $5,000–$15,000 in total, covering consultant fees and certification body audit costs. Medium and larger organisations can expect $15,000–$60,000+. Getting multiple quotes through CertBetter is the best way to benchmark.
Most organisations complete their first NIST Cybersecurity Framework certification within 4–12 months. Businesses with existing documented processes and dedicated internal resources tend to move faster. Starting with a gap analysis helps set a realistic timeline.
A consultant helps you prepare your management system — handling gap analysis, documentation, and audit readiness. A certification body is an accredited organisation that independently audits your system and issues the certificate. You typically need both.
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