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The Chaleit Difference

 Security done right requires clarity, not complexity. We focus on what matters: human expertise, critical thinking, and genuine collaboration.

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The Blueprint

The benchmark for excellence in an industry desperate for clear thinking

We're a security consultancy that treasures wisdom over automation, partnership over transactions, and outcomes over showmanship. While others chase rapid growth and quick exits, we create something enduring. Think of us as your security firm, not your vendor. The difference matters.

Human over hype

We deliberately choose human expertise over automated solutions. Our consultants bring critical thinking to your challenges, focusing on what works, not what's trending.

Continuing care

We don't just identify issues and walk away. Our aftercare model ensures you get ongoing support, practical guidance, and collaborative problem-solving long after the initial engagement ends.

Boringly effective

We focus on material outcomes, not theoretical vulnerabilities. While others chase exciting exploits, we perfect the unglamorous fundamentals that actually prevent breaches.

Partners not vendors

We've rewritten the rules of collaboration. Unlike traditional consultancies that get stuck on scope, we tap into your knowledge and solve problems together. Your context drives our solutions.

The Practice

Real security comes from consistent, iterative improvement

Hollywood makes hacking look cool (and sure, we think it is, too).

But real security isn't about dramatic breaches or fancy solutions. It's about doing the fundamentals well, consistently, and thoughtfully.

We've spent over 20 years learning to apply technical capabilities to solve business challenges. We don't just find problems. We help you solve them through genuine long-term collaboration — not "Here's your PDF, good luck."

Whether it's thorough penetration testing beyond checkboxes, DevSecOps that works with your development cycle, or a comprehensive Cyber Security Partnership that addresses real risks, we focus on practical improvements that stick.

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The Expertise

Technical brilliance matters. Business understanding makes it valuable.

Twenty years of lessons you can't Google

Information is abundant in security. Wisdom is rare. Our value comes from knowing what matters, what works, and what's just noise — experience earned through decades of solving real-world problems.

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The Impact

Security improvements, measured in outcomes that matter

Security metrics often hide more than they reveal. Our numbers tell a different story: real vulnerabilities fixed, actual risks reduced, and genuine improvements made. These aren't vanity metrics — they're measurements of security that works.

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Client renewal rate beats industry standard

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More efficient than previous providers

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Critical vulnerabilities reduced

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Faster response to security concerns

Our Services

Building resilience means matching the right solution to each risk.

The Terrain

Security isn't one-size-fits-all. We know your sector's needs.

Financial services

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Law & business services

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Technology & communications

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Manufacturing

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Healthcare

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The Stories

Complex challenges. Clear solutions. Real outcomes.

Our security posture transformed completely. We went from guessing to knowing exactly where we stand.Client CISO

From zero to full visibility

A leading manufacturer approached us for a basic security assessment. Instead, we uncovered a critical gap: they had no real visibility of their attack surface. Through innovative thinking and rapid execution, we transformed their entire security awareness in just seven days.

Results

500Previously unknown assets discovered and mapped
7 daysTransformation from zero visibility to complete awareness
80%Critical assets assessed and prioritised for protection
We took their SOC to the gym.Balaji Gopal, VP of Technical Services, Chaleit

Detection time: from weeks to minutes

A technology leader wanted to validate their expensive security controls. Through sophisticated API analysis and persistence techniques, we exposed critical gaps in their multi-million dollar investment, leading to enterprise-wide improvements.

Results

10 → 0.5Attack detection time reduced from days to minutes
~80%Detection rate improved from zero to catching most threats
4XConcurrent attack detection and correlation capability
One misconfiguration compromised everything. That's why real testing matters.Chaleit VP of Technical Services

Million dollar security falls to testing

A technology leader wanted to validate their expensive security controls. Through sophisticated API analysis and persistence techniques, we exposed critical gaps in their multi-million dollar investment, leading to enterprise-wide improvements.

Results

8 daysMaintained undetected access in premium security environment
10GBCritical data extracted without triggering alerts
1 → 1000Single gap affected thousands of enterprise endpoints
We are really impressed by Chaleit's timely support. The team always puts in the extra effort to ensure they exceed our needs!Security Manager, Global Shipping Company

Better Security Without Million-Dollar Tools

Despite having expensive security tools, this shipping company struggled with vulnerable dependencies and resistance to security changes. We transformed their approach by focusing on people over products, achieving better results at a fraction of the cost.

Results

87%Reduction in vulnerable dependencies across repositories
~$250KAvoided unnecessary security tool investments
18 moComplete transformation of security culture and practice
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Led by dedicated experts

Friendly faces, fierce defenders.

Australia

Dan Haagman

Founder and CEO of Chaleit with prior experience as co-founder of multiple renowned cyber security firms, Dan is driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and a strong commitment to client satisfaction.

UK

Jody Hyde

Group Managing Director at Chaleit, Jody is a Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) with 20+ years of experience in Finance and a passion for shaping success stories.

UK

Ken Ford

Led stockbroker Teather & Greenwood to over 190 corporate clients. Ken is a Chairman at Chaleit and a Fellow of the Securities Institute.

Austria

Roscoe Platt

As VP of Client Services, Roscoe leverages years of experience working across multiple industries and brings a fresh approach to building productive and enduring partnerships for effective cyber security.

UK

Josh Fulford

As Account Executive at Chaleit, Josh helps clients achieve their cyber security objectives, from development to production, fostering long-term partnerships and driving measurable business outcomes.

India

Balaji Gopal

Cyber security expert and leader of Chaleit's red & purple teams. Former Black Hat speaker with proven offensive & defensive capabilities.

Canada

Avinash Thapa

Former Black Hat trainer specialising in cloud, container, and threat modelling, currently leading Chaleit's expertise in these areas along with other complex cloud projects.

India

Ankit Prateek

Product and infra security leader. Spearheads risk management, DevSecOps engineering, and code reviews, and guides clients through pipeline transformations.

New Zealand

Shyam Kumar

Former Black Hat trainer specialising in offensive testing services and social engineering, with a wider focus on cyber security frameworks, governance and compliance.

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