Building a Resilient Cybersecurity Posture: A Framework for Leveraging Prevent, Detect and Respond Functions and Law Enforcement Collaboration

Abstract: This research paper proposes a framework for building a resilient cybersecurity posture that leverages prevent, detect, and respond functions and law enforcement collaboration. The Cybersecurity Resilience and Law Enforcement Collaboration (CyRLEC) Framework is designed to provide a comprehensive and integrated approach to cybersecurity that emphasizes collaboration with law enforcement agencies to mitigate cyber threats. The paper compares and contrasts the CyRLEC Framework with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and highlights the critical differences between the two frameworks. While the NIST framework focuses on managing cybersecurity risk, the CyRLEC Framework takes a broader view of cybersecurity, including proactive prevention, early detection, rapid response to cyber-attacks, and close collaboration with law enforcement agencies to investigate and prosecute cybercriminals. The paper also provides a case study of a simulated real-world implementation of the CyRLEC Framework and evaluates its effectiveness in improving an organization's cybersecurity posture. The research findings demonstrate the value of the CyRLEC Framework in enhancing cybersecurity resilience and promoting effective collaboration with law enforcement agencies. Overall, this research paper contributes to the growing knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and provides practical insights for organizations seeking to improve their cybersecurity posture.