Security frameworks only work when they reflect real security. HackLabs' GRC practice combines technical depth with governance expertise to help Australian organisations build measurable, meaningful compliance programmes.
Talk to an ExpertMany organisations treat compliance as a documentation exercise. HackLabs takes a different approach — our GRC assessments are technically rigorous, evidence-based, and designed to improve your actual security posture rather than just satisfy an auditor. Whether you're pursuing Essential Eight maturity, IRAP assessment for government, ISO 27001 certification, or PCI DSS compliance, we bring the same technical depth to compliance that we bring to offensive security.
Evidence-based maturity assessment across all eight strategies and four maturity levels. We test controls technically, not just through documentation review.
Independent assessment against the Australian Government ISM by ASD-endorsed assessors. Supporting Unclassified and PROTECTED system assessments.
Gap assessment, ISMS implementation support, and certification readiness for ISO 27001:2022. We help organisations achieve certification faster.
PCI DSS v4.0 gap assessment, mandated penetration testing, and remediation support for merchants and service providers handling cardholder data.
Structured cyber risk assessment aligned to your business context, risk appetite, and regulatory environment. Translating technical risk into board-level language.
Development of information security policies, standards, and procedures that are practical, maintainable, and aligned to relevant frameworks and regulations.
We define engagement objectives, boundaries, and rules of engagement. Clear scope means focused work and accurate results.
Senior consultants conduct the engagement using proven methodologies tailored to your environment and threat model.
Detailed findings with risk ratings, evidence, and clear remediation guidance for both technical and executive audiences.
We stay engaged beyond the report. Our team answers remediation questions and offers re-testing on critical findings.
CREST-certified consultants across all disciplines. Independently audited methodology you can trust.
Extensive track record across enterprise, government, and critical infrastructure sectors.
Founded by Chris Gatford — over two decades of offensive security experience at your service.
No graduates on client engagements. Every assessment is run by experienced, certified professionals.
ASD Essential Eight maturity assessment for Australian organisations.
Government security assessment by ASD-endorsed IRAP assessors.
Technical security testing that complements and validates your compliance programme.
Talk to a HackLabs GRC specialist about your compliance requirements. We'll scope a practical, technically rigorous assessment.
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