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Cybersecurity is a Business Risk. Manage It Like One.
Cyberattacks are becoming more frequent and sophisticated, accelerated by AI tools.
– Regulators are cracking down harder.
– Getting cyber insurance is tougher now.
– Attackers are going after smaller, easier targets more than ever.
– Vendors are causing downtime.
– Board is asking “Are we Safe?”
Is your growth being hampered by lengthy security questionnaires, uncontrolled AI adoption, or vendor downtime?
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+1 319-215-1425
Who We Are
Kinfolk LLC is a Certified Small, Women-owned, and Minority-owned (SWaM) business
Kinfolk offers clear, practical, business-focused cybersecurity risk consulting to support you as a Virtual Chief Risk Officer.
Supporting Small and Medium Businesses (SMBs) across United States.
IBM’s Cost of a Data Breach Report 2026 puts the global average breach cost at $4.35 million. For businesses with fewer than 500 employees specifically, IBM’s figure is $3.31 million. That number includes forensics, legal fees, regulatory fines, notification costs, credit monitoring services for affected customers, lost business during downtime, and the long-term reputational damage that drives customer churn for months or years after the incident.
Mission
We empower organizations with clear, actionable risk insights that protect your data, reputation, and operations.
Vision
To become a trusted cybersecurity risk advisor for growing businesses seeking proactive and compliant risk magagement strategies.
Professional journey
Our Founder has 20+ years of experience working with Organizations of all sizes.
Piyali Das is a highly accomplished cyber risk leader with two decades of experience driving enterprise-wide technology and cyber risk initiatives. Certified with CRISC, CCSK, CCAK, and PMP, she aligns risk management with strategic business objectives. Her expertise covers information security risk and compliance frameworks, cloud security, merger and acquisition advisory, third-party risk, and AI/ML risk assessment.
Piyali holds an MS in IT and Cybersecurity, specializing in data protection, and risk management, complemented by a B-Tech in Computer Science and Engineering, providing a strong foundation in algorithms and system architecture.
Piyali Das
Known for translating complex risk landscapes into practical, business-aligned frameworks that enable growth, strengthen stakeholder confidence, and reduce threat exposure.
Education
Master of Science, Information Technology (IT Leadership Major), Marymount University
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science and Engineering, West Bengal University of Technology
Affiliations and Thought Leadership
Upsilon Pi Epsilon | The National Society of Leadership and Success | Phi Kappa Phi | ISACA | ISC2 | Cloud Security Alliance.
Authored “Managing the RM/BA Team” for the Project Management Institute (PMI). Honored as a “Trailblazer”.
Advisory Council Member, SecureWorld NYC.
Our Services
We Provide Executive, Board and investor-ready Advisory Services.
“You spend money on cybersecurity software, but if the Board asks Are we safe? You can’t give a Confident answer.”
Develop long-term security roadmaps and governance frameworks.
“You are Unprepared for a data breach or an operational downtime caused by a vendor.”
Identify operational risks in business processes, vendors and systems by performing Security Risk Assessments.
“You are using AI tools, but you don’t know whether proprietary IP or client data is leaking into public LLMs and helping your competitors.”
Evaluate AI security risks and mitigation strategies.
“Your Business Deals are slowed by clients’ lengthy security questionnaires.”
Get Security Certifications (ISO 27001/SOC 2/ NIST) to unlock new revenue.
Why Choose Us
Clear, Practical and Strategic
With Kinfolk, you get direct access to senior expertise, actionable insights, holistic vision and clear next steps that protects your business.
Offers
Get Free Consultation Today.
Subscription Package
Secure your business with confidence. We support you as a Virtual Chief Risk Officer.
Strategic Baseline
Month-to-Month
Easy Payments
20% discount for additional services
- 30-min Weekly Advisory Calls
- Asynchronous Email Support
- Security Policy Review
- Liability and E&O Insurance Coverage
Advanced Governance
Month-to-Month
Easy Payments
25% discount for additional services
- 60-min Weekly Advisory Calls
- Asynchronous Email Support
- Annual Risk Assessment
- Security Policy Review
- Executive & Board Reporting
- Strategic Roadmap
- AI Governance
- Audit Readiness (ISO 27001/ SOC 2/ NIST)
- Liability and E&O Insurance Coverage
Advanced Governance
Annual
20% savings
25% discount for additional services
- 60-min Weekly Advisory Calls
- Asynchronous Email Support
- Annual Risk Assessment
- Security Policy Review
- Executive & Board Reporting
- Strategic Roadmap
- AI Governance
- Audit Readiness (ISO 27001/ SOC 2/ NIST)
- Liability and E&O Insurance Coverage
Recommendations
Discover What they had to say about our founder.
Consulting / education/ nonprofit
“Piyali was incredibly supportive and understanding of my questions coming into the process. The guidance and feedback I received from Piyali was so valuable. I am now more assured, familiar and confident in what these assessments ask of me in my role.” ~Director, Education
“I worked with Piyali Das for more than 4 years and was consistently impressed with her ability to apply her risk management experience and expertise in solving real-world security and privacy risk issues. Her rigorous attention to detail and ability to communicate complex concepts to stakeholders at all levels were instrumental in the success of our risk management program” ~Exec. Director, Ent. Risk
“I was constantly amazed not only by Piyali’s management skills, but also by her ability to keep the team motivated through the inevitable challenges and disruptions.” ~Director, Project Management
“She is committed and goes an extra mile to deliver results for the client. Her positive attitude & communication further enhances the delivery, always an asset for any team.” ~Managing Director, Technology
“I have worked with Piyali in South America. In unsettling conditions Piyali has demonstrated great maturity and calm. She managed her tasks very well rapidly gaining credibility with her environment.” ~Practice Head
Reviews
Consulting / education/ nonprofit leaders
Financial services/ FinTech
“I find that Piyali always has the mindset of optimizing solutions. Piyali seems to be on top of things and is good at managing up at times – she knows when to escalate and I’ve seen her exercise good judgment when it comes to privileges access or remediation efforts.” ~VP, CISO
“Piyali was a pleasure to work with while my firm supported strategic risk programs at CSS.” ~Partner/ Auditor
“Her ability to navigate complex regulatory environments and implement effective controls has been a significant asset to our team.” ~VP, CISO
“Piyali brings a strong combination of analytical rigor, strategic thinking, and practical risk management expertise.” ~Manager, Cyber
“She is a trusted risk partner, building credibility with her partners through connecting the dots and articulating the risks.” ~Director, Technology
“Piyali’s exemplified behavior should be celebrated as it fosters a culture that embraces effective collaboration across departments and organizations. Thank you for being such a great partner Piyali.” ~Director, Cyber
“Piyali was a sound partner to my team as we stood up and refined the risk management framework for our expansion in Mexico and India.” ~Senior Director, Ent. Risk
Reviews
financial services/ fintech Leaders
“Piyali is detail-oriented, diligent, professional, and works an issue until satisfactorily resolved for her client. Piyali works independently and eagerly initiates problem analysis and resolution.”
Our Value
We have a deep understanding of the challenges.
In an era where digital transformation is no longer optional, SMBs face an unprecedented convergence of pressures. For small and mid-sized firms, the gap in internal cybersecurity expertise and resources often leaves critical data and systems unprotected. Kinfolk LLC’s mission is to simplify cybersecurity risk and empower these organizations with actionable risk insights.
Core Benefits Realized:
- Peace of Mind
- Reclaimed Focus
- Executive Buy-in
Partnership
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Kinfolk LLC provides direct access to senior expertise, eliminating overwhelming jargon and unnecessary software overhead. We offer affordable, right-sized engagements backed by top-tier professional liability insurance.
Headquarters
Oakton, VA, USA
contact.us@kinfolkcyber.com
+1 319 215 1425
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