GDPR and cybersecurity
The protection of personal data and cybersecurity have become critical components of corporate compliance and risk management. With GDPR fines reaching up to 4% of global turnover, the growing frequency of cyberattacks, and increasing demands for digital security, organizations face complex legal challenges. In the era of digital transformation, artificial intelligence, and cloud solutions, a robust data protection and cybersecurity framework is a prerequisite for sustainable business operations and customer trust.
Our approach
We view GDPR and cybersecurity as interconnected domains requiring a combination of legal expertise, technical understanding, and practical implementation. We design compliance frameworks that are legally robust, technically feasible, and aligned with your business needs. Our support goes beyond theoretical recommendations – we provide hands-on assistance with implementation, incident response, and communication with supervisory authorities. Our solutions strike the right balance between data protection requirements and the operational realities of digital business.
Key areas of practice
We implement comprehensive GDPR compliance programs covering the entire data lifecycle – from data protection by design to breach notifications. We develop cybersecurity policies and incident response plans. We handle cross-border data transfers, including standard contractual clauses, binding corporate rules, and adequacy mechanisms. We provide support during supervisory investigations and sanction proceedings. We design contractual frameworks for data processing, sharing, and value utilization.
Added value for your business
We help technology companies transform privacy compliance into a competitive advantage and a hallmark of trust. For e-commerce platforms, we design scalable processes capable of handling millions of users. We assist financial institutions in ensuring regulatory compliance without limiting data innovation. For the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors, we provide specialized solutions for sensitive health data. For multinational corporations, we implement group-wide data protection frameworks and ensure lawful cross-border data flows.
Practical challenges and risks
Data breaches without an adequate response result in severe fines and lasting reputational damage. Ransomware attacks can paralyze corporate systems and require immediate legal and technical intervention. Improper data processing may block digital initiatives and strategic partnerships. Insufficient oversight of vendors exposes organizations to supply chain attack risks. Ignoring data subjects’ rights can lead to complaints before supervisory authorities and potential class actions.
Our solutions in practice
For e-commerce platforms, we design automated processes to manage thousands of data subject requests each month. In cases of ransomware attacks, we coordinate crisis management, communication with the Data Protection Authority and law enforcement, while minimizing legal exposure. For clients with large customer bases, we develop standardized legal procedures for handling personal data requests. For multinational groups, we implement Binding Corporate Rules to ensure seamless global data flows. In mergers and acquisitions, we address data protection aspects from due diligence to system integration. For artificial intelligence projects, we design compliance frameworks that enable innovation while fully respecting privacy.
Our services in the field of GDPR and cybersecurity
GDPR Compliance
• Data protection audits and gap analyses
• Records of processing activities and data flow mapping
• Privacy policies and information obligations
• Procedures for handling data subject requests
• Cross-border data transfers and adequacy assessments
Cybersecurity
• Incident response plans for cybersecurity breaches
• Legal support in ransomware and other cyberattack situations
• Security policies and employee training
• Vendor cybersecurity due diligence
• Mandatory notifications to supervisory authorities
Data Governance
• Privacy by design and by default
• External Data Protection Officer (DPO) services
• Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA)
• Legitimate Interest Assessments (LIA)
• Data retention policies and data minimization practices
Contractual Solutions
• Data Processing Agreements
• Joint Controller Arrangements
• Licensing and commercialization of data assets
• Cloud contracts and SaaS agreements
• Employee monitoring and privacy protection
Regulatory Matters and Disputes
• Representation in proceedings before the Data Protection Authority
• Defense in sanction proceedings
• Handling of data subject complaints
• Implementation of certification schemes
• Coordination in cross-border incidents
Schedule a data protection and cybersecurity audit – we will identify your risks and develop a practical compliance roadmap with minimal impact on your business operations.
