AI Consulting & Governance

AI Consulting & Governance — secure AI adoption for government, enterprise and regulated industries. We provide governance, risk and security advice, not another AI vendor, led by founder Ken Armitt (27 years in security).

Secure AI adoption for government, enterprise and regulated industries — governance, risk and security, not another AI vendor.

AI is already inside your organisation

Even if you have never formally approved it, your employees are already using ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Gemini, Claude, Perplexity, AI meeting assistants, AI coding tools and AI productivity platforms. The question is no longer “should we adopt AI?” It is “how do we govern it safely?”

Most organisations do not need another AI vendor. They need experienced advisors who can help them understand risk, establish governance and make informed decisions.

Our AI advisory services

• AI readiness assessments — understand where your organisation stands across existing AI usage, data maturity, security controls, governance structures, privacy obligations and compliance requirements. Deliverable: an executive AI readiness report.
• AI governance frameworks — accountability structures, approval processes, risk-management controls, responsible-AI principles and oversight mechanisms, so AI adoption is managed appropriately.
• AI security assessments — data-exposure risks, third-party AI providers, model-security concerns, access controls, information leakage and integration security. Outcome: reduced risk and improved control.
• AI vendor due diligence — security posture, data ownership, privacy controls, compliance alignment, vendor maturity and contractual risks before you sign. Outcome: better decisions and fewer surprises.
• AI policy development — practical policies covering acceptable use, data handling, privacy obligations, security requirements, governance expectations and employee responsibilities. Outcome: clear guidance your employees can follow.

Why CISO Advisory

• Independent advice — we are not tied to any vendor, software platform or technology provider, so our advice stays objective and focused solely on your interests.
• Security-first approach — AI innovation should never come at the expense of security, privacy or compliance. We help you move forward safely.
• Governance expertise — the frameworks and oversight boards and executive teams need to adopt AI responsibly.
• Executive reporting — technical findings translated into business language your leadership can understand and act upon.

Common AI risks we help address

• Sensitive data exposure — employees entering confidential information into public AI tools.
• Shadow AI — unapproved AI usage spreading across departments unseen.
• Regulatory risk — failure to meet privacy and compliance obligations.
• Vendor risk — unknown security practices from AI providers.
• Intellectual property leakage — loss of proprietary information and trade secrets.
• Poor governance — no accountability, oversight or policy framework.

Who we work with

• Government — federal and state agencies adopting AI under public scrutiny and strict obligations.
• Local government — councils balancing service innovation with ratepayer data and limited resources.
• Financial services — regulated institutions where AI touches sensitive data and APRA expectations.
• Healthcare — providers handling highly sensitive patient information and privacy duties.
• Critical infrastructure — operators where AI intersects with safety, resilience and national interest.
• Enterprise & professional services — large businesses and firms managing AI adoption across teams while protecting client confidentiality.

Frequently asked questions

What AI platforms do you assess?
ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Gemini, Claude, Perplexity and custom or in-house AI solutions, plus the AI features now embedded in everyday tools.

Do you sell AI products?
No. We are independent and vendor-neutral — we advise and assess only, so our recommendations serve your interests, not a sales target.