Cybersecurity consultants work with businesses to prevent the hacking, theft, or damage of data, software, and hardware. These firms provide cybersecurity solutions, also known as IT security, to businesses across a broad range of industries. After partnering with a business, consultants will examine current security practices and infrastructure for weaknesses and formulate a plan to remedy any problems. These consultants will then work to implement the agreed-upon solutions, which could include both policy and infrastructure changes. Cybersecurity consulting firms often provide other consulting solutions such as implementation services and IT strategy consulting. Businesses looking for assistance in managing, increasing, or modifying their current IT security measures could benefit from partnering with a cybersecurity consulting firm.