Organizational models dictate the behaviors, collaboration patterns, and unwritten rules that shape how security teams operate. How you design your security organization, including placement, structure, alignment, collaboration, and perception, determines whether security accelerates or hinders business outcomes. The centralized cybersecurity organizational model, in which one organization owns all security functions, drives consistent, enterprisewide security. This report highlights the components, practicalities, and potential drawbacks of this model, helping leaders make an informed decision about how to structure their security organization.