Strategic Security
Virtual CISO Services
Executive-level security leadership, tailored to your business needs and budget.
Security Leadership Without the Salary
Every organization needs strategic security leadership—but not every organization can afford a full-time Chief Information Security Officer at $200K+ per year. Our Virtual CISO service provides the expertise, guidance, and oversight you need at a fraction of the cost.
Your vCISO becomes a trusted advisor and extension of your leadership team. We develop security strategy, guide implementations, manage vendor relationships, support compliance efforts, and provide board-level reporting—all tailored to your specific business context.
vCISO Responsibilities
- Security Strategy — Develop and maintain your cybersecurity roadmap aligned with business goals
- Risk Management — Ongoing risk assessment, prioritization, and mitigation oversight
- Compliance Guidance — Navigate HIPAA, PCI DSS, SOC 2, CMMC, and other frameworks
- Policy Development — Create and maintain security policies and procedures
- Vendor Management — Evaluate security tools, negotiate contracts, manage relationships
- Incident Response — Develop IR plans and provide guidance during security events
- Board Reporting — Translate security posture into business metrics for leadership
- Security Awareness — Champion security culture throughout the organization
Engagement Models
- Monthly Retainer Ongoing strategic partnership with dedicated hours each month for continuous oversight.
- Project-Based Focused engagements for specific initiatives like compliance preparation or program buildout.
- Fractional Executive Part-time embedded role with regular on-site presence and deep integration with your team.
The vCISO Advantage
Immediate Expertise
No recruiting, no onboarding. Get experienced security leadership from day one.
Objective Perspective
Fresh eyes on your security program without internal politics or legacy baggage.
Flexible Commitment
Scale engagement up or down based on your current needs and initiatives.
Broad Experience
Lessons learned from multiple industries and organizations applied to your benefit.
What You'll Receive
Security Roadmap
Multi-year strategic plan with prioritized initiatives and milestone tracking.
Policy Framework
Comprehensive security policies tailored to your organization and compliance needs.
Board Reports
Regular executive summaries with KPIs, risk trends, and strategic recommendations.
Ongoing Guidance
Direct access to your vCISO for questions, decisions, and incident support.
Lead Your Security Program Forward
Strategic security leadership is no longer optional. Our vCISO service provides the expertise you need to protect your business and satisfy stakeholders.