Decision
Analysis
outcome: The council has decided to secure a contract for cyber security managed services including security operations centre services, incident management, and health check services.
summary: The decision is about securing a contract for cyber security managed services to ensure continuity of services when the current contract expires.
topline: The Strategic Director of Resources has decided to secure a contract for cyber security managed services to ensure continuity of services.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves sensitive data and the potential risk of cyber attacks, which could impact various stakeholders.
affected_stakeholders: ["Council", "Cyber security service providers", "Local residents"]
contentiousness_score: 7
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://ealing.moderngov.co.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=894
Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Resources
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: Yes
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose: The council requires a contract for cyber security managed services including security operations centre services, incident management and health check services, such as penetration testing. This decision is to secure continuity of services when the current contract expires at the end of February 2026.
Content: The council requires a contract for cyber security managed services including security operations centre services, incident management and health check services, such as penetration testing. This decision is to secure continuity of services when the current contract expires at the end of February 2026.
Date of Decision: July 16, 2025