This engagement is a structured, vendor-agnostic conversation about your network segmentation, access control, and Zero Trust posture, not a technical audit. We don't run tools or log into your environment; the assessment happens entirely through a guided discussion with your team.
It delivers a qualitative read of where you stand today based upon experience and industry standards, along with prioritized recommendations your team can act on.
Overview
Surface Hidden Risks
Talk through where critical assets sit today and surface gaps your team may not have voiced internally.
Scored Results
An objective network segmentation maturity scorecard, drawn from the conversation.
An Outside Perspective
Get a fresh perspective on security tools and segmentation strategies being used today.
Clear Recommendations
Receive a phased, executive-ready roadmap grounded in the conversation and tied to a named next engagement.
Common Use Cases
You need a clear read on current segmentation maturity.
You want a comparison to other companies your size.
You want a second opinion on strategic direction for your segmentation strategy.
You're fearful of security gaps that may allow lateral movement of threats in your environment.
Core Deliverables
Network Segmentation Health Scorecard
Your overall score and a breakdown across four dimensions, with a short narrative explaining what's driving each one.
Summary, Findings, and Recommendations
A one-to-two page summary of our discussion, key findings, and prioritized recommendations.
12 Month Roadmap
The steps we recommend over the next 12 months to close key gaps and strengthen your network segmentation.
Process Overview
This engagement typically takes 1 - 2 weeks from kickoff to executive readout.
1
Discovery & Scoping
A short kickoff call and prep questionnaire so we know who to include and what to prioritize, no environment access required.
2
Live Conversation & Scoring
A structured working conversation across governance, visibility, identity, segmentation depth, and extended environments, scored live against our maturity scorecard.
3
Analysis & Recommendations
Findings development and roadmap drafting benchmarked against the industry standards and best practice, based entirely on the conversation.
4
Delivery & Readout
A live executive readout covering the scorecard, findings summary, and a recommended next engagement.
Meet the Expert
Brandon Hayes
Senior Solutions Engineer, Cypress Tech Advisors
Brandon is a seasoned solutions architect specializing in the design and delivery of secure, scalable, cloud-ready network and security infrastructures. With deep expertise in modern connectivity and cybersecurity, he has successfully led initiatives leveraging technologies such as SD-WAN, Zero Trust architectures, and advanced cloud networking platforms to transform and future-proof IT environments.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you need access to our network or devices?
No. This is a conversation-based assessment. We don't need configuration access, credentials, or a VPN connection to run the workshop.
Is there an on-site visit?
No. The workshop runs as a remote or in-person working session, whichever your team prefers.
How long does the whole thing take?
The working session itself typically runs 45 to 60 minutes, while the readout is typically 30 – 60 mins.
What happens after the workshop?
You will receive a scorecard and summary document. If you would like to receive assistance on any of the recommendations, then we can scope a follow-on engagement. However, there is no obligation to continue.
Is this workshop vendor-specific?
No. The recommendation is based on your environment and needs, not pushing a particular product/vendor.
What do we need to prepare beforehand?
Nothing formal is required, however knowledge of the current environment in reference to segmentation and security is important.
