Virtual CISO (V-CISO)
Experienced Chief Information Security Officer expertise without full-time recruitment. From strategy to execution in security leadership.
Service Overview
Our Virtual CISO service provides experienced Chief Information Security Officer expertise without full-time recruitment. We offer strategic leadership, compliance oversight, and risk management tailored to your organization's needs.
We build security strategy, governance, and hands-on execution from a single partner.
Service Models
Choose the V-CISO service model that best fits your organization's needs
Full-Service V-CISO
Comprehensive security leadership solution covering all aspects of cybersecurity governance and strategy.
- Strategic Planning
- Governance Framework Development
- Risk Management Strategy
- Stakeholder Reporting
- Crisis Management
- Privacy Governance
Strategic V-CISO
Focuses on strategic planning, governance development, and long-term security vision.
- Security Strategy Development
- Governance Model Design
- Risk Prioritization
- Stakeholder Training
- Board Meetings
- Investment Plans
Project V-CISO
Supports specific projects such as certifications, incident response, or crisis management.
- Certification Projects
- Incident Response Management
- Crisis Management Planning
- Security Audits
- Vendor Risk Management
- Contract Negotiations
V-CISO Benefits
Why choose our Virtual CISO service?
Save 60-70% compared to full-time CISO salary
Access to senior expertise
Flexible engagement model
Quick deployment
No recruitment costs
Scalable support as needed
What You Get
Concrete deliverables and measurable outcomes from V-CISO service
Key Deliverables
- Security strategy and roadmap
- Governance model and practices
- Risk management framework
- Stakeholder reporting
- Training programs
- Crisis management plans
- Cybersecurity risk management plans
- Compliance assurance
Metrics & Outcomes
- Improved cybersecurity posture
- Assured compliance with regulations
- Enhanced governance practices
- Improved stakeholder confidence
Case Studies
Real examples of how our V-CISO service has helped organizations improve their cybersecurity posture.
Financial Services Company
Mid-sized financial services company that needed comprehensive cybersecurity leadership without a full-time CISO hire.
Challenge
Lacked a cohesive security strategy and fragmented governance model, leading to multiple minor security incidents.
Solution
Implemented a strategic V-CISO service focusing on governance model development, risk management, and stakeholder reporting.
Results
- 100% reduction in security incidents within one year
- ISO 27001 certification achieved in 6 months
- Stakeholder confidence improved by 40%
- Operational costs reduced by 25%
Healthcare Organization
Regional hospital that needed GDPR and HIPAA compliance along with broader privacy governance.
Challenge
Complex regulatory environment and patient data handling required specialized expertise not available internally.
Solution
Implemented a full-service V-CISO model focusing on compliance, privacy governance, and staff training.
Results
- Full GDPR and HIPAA compliance achieved in 8 months
- Privacy incidents reduced by 95%
- Staff security training pass rate increased to 98%
- Regulatory audit score improved to Grade A
Success Metrics & Outcomes
Evidence of how our V-CISO service impacts our clients' organizations.
Client Satisfaction
of clients report that our V-CISO service meets or exceeds expectations
Risk Response Time
faster average response time to risks with V-CISO service
Cost Reduction
average cost savings compared to hiring an internal CISO
Compliance Rate
of clients achieve or exceed regulatory compliance goals with V-CISO
Typical Outcomes from V-CISO Service
Strategic Advantages
- Clear security strategy and roadmap
- Enhanced governance and oversight
- Increased stakeholder confidence
Operational Benefits
- Reduction in security incidents
- Faster response to threats
- Improved certification success rates
Ready to start V-CISO service?
Let's discuss your organization's needs and the most suitable V-CISO service model.