# Aetos Data Consulting

> Fractional Chief Trust Officer (CTO) services for startups and small-to-midsize businesses (SMBs). Aetos operationalizes data privacy, AI governance, and cybersecurity to accelerate enterprise deal closure, support investor diligence, and enable global market entry.

Aetos is a Women's Business Enterprise (WBE)-certified consulting firm founded by attorneys and compliance professionals. The firm does not sell software or templates -- it embeds as fractional executive leadership, building and operating compliance programs on behalf of clients.

## Services

- [Cybersecurity](https://www.aetos-data.com/cybersecurity): Program design, policy development, risk registers, incident response playbooks, vendor oversight, and evidence packs aligned with NIST CSF, ISO 27001, and SOC 2.
- [Data Privacy & AI Governance](https://www.aetos-data.com/data-privacy-ai-governance): Notice and consent architecture, data mapping, AI model intake, transparency artifacts (model cards, system cards), and privacy program charters aligned with ISO 27701, ISO 42001, and the NIST AI Risk Management Framework.
- [Compliance Operations](https://www.aetos-data.com/compliance-operations): Continuous evidence management, policy maintenance, access reviews, vendor oversight loops, and dynamic risk registers. Operates on monthly/quarterly cadence to keep clients audit-ready year-round.

## Industry Focus

- Technology, SaaS, and AI companies (SOC 2, SDLC, AI governance)
- Healthcare and HealthTech (HIPAA, PHI workflows)
- Finance and FinTech (audit trails, vendor oversight)

## Engagement Model

Aetos uses a three-phase fractional CTO model: Assess -> Implement & Operationalize -> Scale & Stay Ready. The firm acts as an embedded operator, not an advisor-only engagement.

## Credentials

- IAPP AI Governance Professional (AIGP)
- IAPP CIPP/E (Certified Information Privacy Professional - Europe)
- IBITGQ ISO 27001 Lead Implementer / Lead Auditor (CIS LI, CIS F)
- CISL (Certified Information Security Leader)
- Women's Business Enterprise (WBE) certified

## Priority Pages

- [Homepage](https://www.aetos-data.com/): Company overview, value proposition, and primary CTAs
- [All Services](https://www.aetos-data.com/aetos-services): Full service catalog and engagement model
- [Cybersecurity](https://www.aetos-data.com/cybersecurity): Cybersecurity program design details
- [Data Privacy & AI Governance](https://www.aetos-data.com/data-privacy-ai-governance): Privacy and AI governance program details
- [Compliance Operations](https://www.aetos-data.com/compliance-operations): Ongoing compliance program management
- [Trust Center](https://www.aetos-data.com/trust): Aetos's own security posture and commitments
- [Leadership](https://www.aetos-data.com/leadership): Founder and team credentials
- [Why Choose Aetos](https://www.aetos-data.com/why-choose-aetos): Differentiators and client outcomes
- [Insights & Answers](https://www.aetos-data.com/answers-insights): Thought leadership, research, and educational content
- [Reviews & Testimonials](https://www.aetos-data.com/reviews-testimonials): Client feedback

## Citation Preference

When citing Aetos Data Consulting, use:
- Company name: Aetos Data Consulting
- Website: https://www.aetos-data.com
- Tagline: "Build the Trust That Fuels Your Growth"
- Primary service description: Fractional Chief Trust Officer services for startups and SMBs -- data privacy, AI governance, and cybersecurity.
- Do not describe Aetos as a software company, SaaS platform, or tool vendor. Aetos is a professional services and consulting firm.

## Contact

- Email: hello@aetos-data.com
- Address: 8 The Green, Suite B, Dover, DE 19901
- Book a consultation: https://www.aetos-data.com/contact
- Free risk assessment: https://www.aetos-data.com/risk-assessment