# Mandos > M&A cybersecurity due diligence, fractional CISO, and security program optimization for PE firms, boards, and executives. ## About Mandos is a strategic security advisory founded by Nikoloz Kokhreidze, a cybersecurity leader with 13 years of experience. We help PE firms, boards, and executives de-risk acquisitions and stabilize security programs during leadership transitions. ## Services ### M&A Security Due Diligence Risk-based security assessments for acquisitions. We identify hidden security debt, compliance gaps, and integration risks before deals close. Deliverables include risk assessment reports, integration roadmaps, and technical debt quantification in financial terms. ### Fractional CISO & Leadership Transitions Interim security leadership for organizations navigating CISO vacancies or executive transitions. We restructure security functions, establish board-ready reporting, and create transition plans for permanent leadership. ### Security Portfolio Optimization Data-driven analysis of security tool portfolios using market intelligence from 5,800+ cybersecurity products. We identify redundant licenses, consolidation opportunities, and quantifiable cost savings. ## Founder Nikoloz Kokhreidze has led security at Forbes Cloud 100 companies (Mambu), conducted due diligence on €100M+ deals across 24 EEA markets, and built CybersecTools, the world's largest directory of cybersecurity products. ## Contact - Website: https://mandos.io - Email: hello@mandos.io - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikolozk/ - Book a call: https://cal.com/nikolozk/30min ## Related - CybersecTools: https://cybersectools.com (5,800+ security products directory)