Virtual CISO (vCISO)
Fractional executive security leadership for businesses ready to move beyond reactive security. Strategy, compliance, and board-level reporting without the full-time salary.
What's Included
Everything you need to get started. No hidden tiers. No upsells. Need a custom plan?
Not Sure If You Need This?
We'll evaluate your current setup, identify gaps, and tell you exactly what you need with no commitment and no pressure. Just actionable recommendations.
- 30-minute strategy call with a security expert
- Custom recommendations for your business size and industry
- No sales pitch. Just honest advice from real practitioners.
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Key Benefits
Executive security leadership without the executive salary.
Strategic security program development led by a seasoned CISO. We build your security program from the ground up: policies, procedures, controls, and governance. No templates, no checklists - a program designed for your specific business and risk profile.
Board and executive-level risk reporting. Translate technical security findings into business risk language that leadership understands and acts on. Quarterly board presentations, risk registers, and budget recommendations.
Compliance roadmap and audit readiness. Whether you need SOC 2, HIPAA, PCI DSS, CMMC, or a combination, our vCISO maps your current state, builds a remediation roadmap, and oversees implementation. Audit support included.
Incident command leadership when things go wrong. If you experience a breach or security incident, your vCISO takes command of the response. They manage the technical team, legal counsel, executive communication, and regulatory notification. You stay informed. They stay in control.
Our Process
We move fast. First assessment and roadmap delivered within 30 days.
Assess Current State
Your vCISO begins with a comprehensive assessment of your security posture: people, processes, and technology. They identify gaps, prioritize risks, and build a 12-month security roadmap.
Build the Program
Policies are drafted, controls are designed, and governance structures are established. Your vCISO works alongside your team to implement changes without disrupting operations.
Manage & Report
Your vCISO provides regular executive briefings, risk register updates, and strategic guidance. They serve as your security leadership team - available for urgent matters, strategy sessions, and vendor evaluations.
Evolve & Improve
The threat landscape changes. Your business changes. Your vCISO continuously evolves your security program to match. Annual program reviews ensure your security posture keeps pace with both threats and business growth.
Common Use Cases
Tailored for Northern Virginia businesses of all sizes. Not sure if this is right? Get a free assessment →
Companies Without a Dedicated Security Leader
If security responsibilities fall on your CTO, IT manager, or CEO with no dedicated security experience, a vCISO provides the strategic leadership you need without the $300K+ annual salary of a full-time CISO.
Organizations Preparing for or Going Through an Audit
SOC 2, HIPAA, and PCI DSS audits require active security leadership. Our vCISO serves as your security officer, oversees evidence collection, and interfaces with auditors throughout the process.
Businesses Needing Board-Level Security Reporting
Investors, board members, and insurance carriers increasingly demand professional security risk reporting. Our vCISO produces board-ready materials that communicate risk in business terms.
Growing Companies That Have Outgrown Reactive Security
Once you have basic tools in place (EDR, firewall, backups), the next step is a mature security program. A vCISO bridges the gap between tool deployment and strategic security management.
Frequently Asked Questions
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