Launch of Insider Threat and Physical Security Assessment & Improvement Consulting Service — Comprehensive Support for Building Effective Defense Systems from Both IT and Physical Perspectives

Newton Consulting Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Kazuya Sojima), a risk management consulting firm, will launch its 'Insider Threat and Physical Security Assessment & Improvement Consulting Service' on June 17, 2026.

This service addresses the growing risks of 'internal data exfiltration' and 'physical security gaps' caused by the rise of hybrid work and digital transformation (DX). It supports organizations in building effective defense mechanisms through comprehensive evaluations across both IT and physical domains, including proprietary scenario testing.

▼ Service Details

https://www.newton-consulting.co.jp/solution/cyber/insider-threat-physical-security.html

1. Background of Service Launch

While many companies have strengthened their defenses against cyberattacks, the adoption of hybrid work and DX initiatives has created blind spots in internal data leakage and the erosion of physical security. Even with advanced IT systems, sensitive information can be compromised through physical or human vulnerabilities—such as unattended documents or unauthorized access to restricted areas—potentially destroying corporate trust and intellectual property in an instant.

Many organizations face challenges such as 'having internal policies that do not reflect actual on-site conditions' or 'having fragmented IT and physical security measures that prevent integrated risk assessment.' Superficial audits alone cannot uncover real-world data exfiltration paths hidden in operational workflows or cultural issues that foster insider threats.

In response, Newton Consulting has launched this service to evaluate and strengthen defenses across rules, technology, physical environments, and employee psychological factors (motivation, opportunity, and rationalization). Through on-site security assessments and customized scenario testing, we support clients in building organizational systems that actively prevent data leakage from both digital and analog perspectives.

2. Service Features

◆ Integrated IT and Physical Risk Assessment

We conduct unified analysis of risks at the intersection of physical and IT systems—such as access control logs, PC operation records, and application usage—to identify commonly overlooked vulnerabilities.

◆ On-Site Physical Security Diagnosis

Our experts conduct thorough inspections of real-world vulnerabilities, including impersonation attempts in office areas and the management status of critical assets.

◆ Scenario-Based Testing

Beyond standard checklist evaluations, we develop customized scenarios based on the client’s IT infrastructure and physical environment to simulate potential data exfiltration paths. This tests the effectiveness of existing controls and reveals hidden blind spots.

◆ Analysis of 'Motivation, Opportunity, and Rationalization' and Organizational Culture-Based Improvement Roadmap

We conduct multidimensional risk analysis across policies, technical controls, and physical environments, and formulate actionable improvement plans. For ineffective or ritualistic policies, we design implementation programs to ensure sustainable adoption.

3. Scope and Implementation Steps (Example)

The diagram below illustrates the typical flow of this service. We also offer customized support based on client needs.

Example Implementation Steps for the Insider Threat and Physical Security Assessment & Improvement Consulting Service

4. Service Overview

[Overview] A service that evaluates and strengthens organizational defenses against insider threats from psychological, physical, and technical perspectives. It identifies often-overlooked risks such as physical intrusion routes and procedural formalities, and provides tailored countermeasures based on the organization’s actual conditions.

[Target Clients] - Companies in manufacturing, IT/software development, finance, and research institutions that hold proprietary intellectual property or highly sensitive personal information - Organizations adopting hybrid work models seeking to rebuild integrated security controls across IT and physical domains

[Duration] 3 to 6 months (varies by organizational scale and number of sites)

[Price] Available upon request

[Details] https://www.newton-consulting.co.jp/solution/cyber/insider-threat-physical-security.html

[About Newton Consulting Co., Ltd.]

https://www.newton-consulting.co.jp/

Company Name: Newton Consulting Co., Ltd.

Headquarters: 5F, Sogo Hanzomon Building, 1-7 Kojimachi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo

Founded: November 13, 2006

Capital: 30,000,000 JPY (as of December 2025)

Representative: President and CEO Kazuya Sojima

Business: Risk management consulting

[Support Track Record]

Approximately 2,300 organizations supported, including private enterprises, government agencies, local public bodies, and national university corporations

~ Client Case Studies ~

https://www.newton-consulting.co.jp/casestudy/