Cyber risk & resilience
Forvis Mazars in Switzerland supports organisations in strengthening cybersecurity, managing IT and data protection risks and improving operational resilience in increasingly complex and regulated environments. As part of our consulting and financial advisory services, we help clients assess cyber risks, strengthen governance frameworks and address regulatory expectations, including relevant FINMA requirements.
How we support organisations
Organisations typically seek our support when preparing for FINMA reviews or regulatory audits, strengthening operational resilience frameworks, assessing third-party and supply-chain cyber risks or improving cybersecurity governance and IT risk management controls. We also support clients responding to evolving cyber threats, preparing for certification or compliance assessments and addressing data protection and operational risk requirements.
Our services cover Cyber & Technology Risk, Third-Party & Supply Chain Management, Regulatory & Compliance Management, Data, Privacy & AI Risk, Operational Resilience & Continuity and Cyber Strategy & Readiness. Our approach combines risk-based advisory, regulatory understanding and practical implementation support to help organisations strengthen resilience, improve control environments and support long-term operational stability.
Our cyber risk and resilience services support organisations operating in banking, insurance, asset management, healthcare, manufacturing, automotive and technology-related sectors. We work with clients facing evolving cyber threats, complex IT landscapes, third-party and supply-chain dependencies and increasing regulatory and operational risk requirements.
Cyber & Technology Risk
Audits, particularly FINMA regulatory audits and internal audit support Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) consultancy for cyber risks Conducting cyber and IT risk assessments Development and review of risk and control frameworks (NIST, COBIT, ISO, CIS, etc.)
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FAQ about cyber services
What cyber services does Forvis Mazars in Switzerland provide?Forvis Mazars in Switzerland provides advisory and implementation services across cybersecurity, data protection, IT risk management, third-party and supply-chain risk management, operational resilience and regulatory compliance. Our services help organisations identify risks, strengthen controls and comply with regulatory requirements. |
Which organisations typically use these cyber services?Our cyber services are typically used by organisations with increased regulatory requirements, complex IT landscapes, or extensive third‑party dependencies, as well as companies seeking to strengthen their audit and supervisory capabilities and enhance their operational resilience. We often assess regulatory readiness and assist in certification processes. |
How does Forvis Mazars in Switzerland approach cybersecurity and IT risk projects?Our engagements follow a structured and consistent methodology that typically includes:
This approach helps organisations prioritise actions and strengthen their risk management and control environment. |
Which cybersecurity standards and frameworks are considered?Our audits and advisory services are aligned with regulatory requirements and established standards such as NIST, COBIT, FINMA guidelines, CIS, and ISO standards. These frameworks are applied proportionately based on the organisation’s risk profile, regulatory obligations and level of maturity. |
What differentiates Forvis Mazars in Switzerland’s cyber services approach?Our approach combines technical expertise gained through audit and regulatory environments with pragmatic and risk-based implementation support. We focus on solutions that are aligned with the organisation’s operational context, regulatory obligations and business priorities. |
Our cyber security team
The Cybersecurity Team is part of the Consulting division and is one of the fastest-growing teams at Forvis Mazars in Switzerland. Its service portfolio covers all aspects of cyber risk management and the establishment of operational resilience.
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Ioannis Asaridis Manager, Head of Cyber Security - Zurich
Publications
6 Mar 2026
Cyber resilience in insurance
The insurance industry occupies a unique position in the cyber security landscape, with access to sensitive policyholder data, responsibility for high-value claims and tight regulatory timelines, insurers face immense pressure to restore operations quickly following an attack.