Digital Vulnerability is Not Siloed: OSINT has Entered a New Phase
OSINT, Knowledge Ecology, and the Myth of the Quick Fix Open-source intelligence is entering…
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Strategic Guidance in Intelligence, Investigations and Online Risk
At Hetherington Group, our consulting services are built on more than two decades of trusted investigative and intelligence experience. We partner with corporations, professional services firms, and government entities to advise on governance and legal challenges, build internal capabilities, and develop proactive risk mitigation strategies.
Our Consulting Services also provide:
- Litigation Support
- Expert witness testimony
- Attorney and legal counsel support
- Prepared legal briefs and data validation
Whether integrating open-source intelligence into existing operations, responding to a digital threat, or building a due diligence framework, Hg’s subject matter experts bring precision, discretion, and clarity to every engagement.
Our Consulting Services
Our consulting engagements are customized based on a client’s investigative or intelligence needs. We work closely with clients to solve a variety of issues related to risk and digital vulnerabilities:
Privacy Risk & Digital Vulnerabilities
- Executive and VIP exposure assessments
- Organizational digital footprint reviews
- Data protection best practices and policies
- Custom protocols for PII reduction and monitoring
Investigative & Intelligence Program Design & Support
- Building or enhancing in-house investigations and intelligence teams
- Protocol development for OSINT, SOCMINT, and cyber investigations
- Vendor and third-party vetting process consulting
- Intelligence technology review & recommendations
Due Diligence Frameworks
- Design of scalable due diligence programs
- Guidance on domestic and international vetting practices
- FCPA, OFAC, and sanctions screening compliance
- Risk scoring and investigative report structuring
Online Brand & IP Protection Strategy
- Counterfeit detection and response team coordination
- IP enforcement readiness
- Reputation monitoring programs
- Digital threat actor mapping
OSINT Training & Capability Development
- OSINT training needs assessment
- Internal knowledge transfer and curriculum design
- Training program implementation for legal, HR, audit, and security teams
- Executive briefings on emerging online threat landscape
Why Organizations Turn to Hg
Experience that spans industries and sectors
Our team includes seasoned investigators, analysts, and privacy specialists who understand the operational needs and regulatory environment of security, legal, and compliance teams.
Discreet, ethical, and analyst-led
We operate with full discretion and integrity, using proven, compliant methodologies that stand up to scrutiny.
Solutions that scale
From startups to Fortune 500 companies, we adapt our consulting model to your organization’s size and goals.
A long-term mindset
Our goal isn’t just to solve the immediate problem. At Hg, we strive to strengthen overall resilience and capacity to prevent future risk.
Who We Serve
Hg’s consulting clients span public and private sectors:
- Corporate security and investigations units
- Law firms and in-house counsel
- Family offices and executive protection teams
- Risk management and compliance departments
- Professional services and advisory firms
- Government, military, and public safety agencies
Whether building from the ground up or optimizing an established function, Hg offers the expertise to guide teams of any size forward.
Related SERVICES
Due
Diligence
Before entering into a deal, partnering with a vendor, investing capital, or signing a contract, organizations need to understand exactly who or what is on the other side of the table. Shell companies, regulatory red flags, undisclosed litigation, or reputational liabilities can turn a promising opportunity into a costly mistake. To avoid a potentially bad business decision, organizations must invest in a thorough due diligence process.
Background
Investigations
Our background investigations go far beyond database checks. We conduct comprehensive research into individuals’ identities, affiliations, litigation history, assets, regulatory exposure, and reputational risk. Whether supporting C-suite hiring, investor due diligence, or litigation strategy, our findings are rigorously verified and tailored to the client’s needs.
DVP
Digital
Vulnerability
Personal digital exposure shouldn’t be the price of living in a connected world. Today, personal security risk goes beyond exposed addresses and phone numbers. It’s in metadata, geotags, and social connections. It’s in online behavior patterns, leaked credentials, forgotten accounts, and personal affiliations that can be traced, linked, or exploited. A photo can reveal location habits. A donation can disclose political leanings. A family member’s profile can open a backdoor.
