Spearbit Advisory
Advisory (formerly known as vCISO) provides on-demand security leadership, offering expert guidance tailored to the unique needs of Web3 protocols. This service is designed for projects requiring high-level, strategic security expertise at various stages of development and operations, without the need for a full-time security hire.Service Process
The advisory process is consultative and can be adjusted to the specific requirements of your protocol. The engagement typically follows these steps:1. Initial Assessment
- Objective: Understand the protocol’s architecture, goals, and security posture.
- Activities: Audit technical specifications, identify key areas of concern, and establish security priorities.
- Outcome: A clear understanding of the current security landscape and a framework for addressing key risks.
2. Security Strategy Development
- Objective: Provide a security strategy that aligns with the protocol’s goals and development roadmap.
- Activities: Develop a tailored security roadmap with short- and long-term security objectives.
- Outcome: A security strategy document that outlines actionable steps to mitigate risks and improve the protocol’s security posture.
3. Technical Guidance and Recommendations
- Objective: Deliver actionable insights across various security domains.
- Activities:
- Smart Contract Best Practices: Audit and advise on secure development practices for smart contracts.
- Architecture Audits: Evaluate protocol architecture to identify systemic vulnerabilities and improve resilience.
- Web2 Security Guidance: Provide expertise on Web2 security practices that can be integrated into Web3 protocols, such as network security and threat modeling.
- Development Framework Recommendations: Recommend frameworks and tools that promote security throughout the development lifecycle.
- Outcome: Clear and concise recommendations for improving security and mitigating risks in the protocol’s design and implementation.
4. Ongoing Consultations and Security Audits
- Objective: Provide continuous support and periodic audits to ensure security remains robust over time.
- Activities:
- Conduct periodic security audits to assess the protocol’s evolving threat landscape.
- Address emerging vulnerabilities and adjust security practices as necessary.
- Outcome: Regular security updates and adjustments based on new threats, vulnerabilities, or changes in protocol functionality.
5. Managed Detection and Response & Post-Incident Analysis
- Objective: Offer support in case of security incidents to minimize damage and enhance future resilience.
- Activities:
- Provide technical expertise during and after an incident to help mitigate impact and identify root causes.
- Conduct post-incident analysis to improve future incident response protocols and reduce risk exposure.
- Outcome: A detailed incident report with lessons learned and recommendations for preventing similar issues in the future.
6. Documentation and Compliance
- Objective: Ensure the protocol is aligned with security best practices and compliant with relevant standards.
- Activities:
- Provide guidance on building and maintaining comprehensive security documentation.
- Assist in achieving compliance with Web3 and Web2 regulatory standards, such as data privacy laws and security standards.
- Outcome: Security documentation that clearly articulates the protocol’s security posture, decision-making processes, and compliance efforts.