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Virtual CISO as a Service2025-08-27T17:39:07+01:00

Virtual CISO as a Service (vCISO)

Our subscription-based vCISO service offers flexible access to an executive-level Chief Information Security Officer, delivering trusted decision-making and expert cyber advice.

Our Virtual CISO as a Service provides an executive level extension to your organisation’s information security capabilities. Having dedicated CISO input for your business provides you with trusted cyber security advice and decision-making, ensuring that your business is demonstrating governance and regulatory compliance.   

How does the vCISO Service work?

Our subscription-based vCISO as a Service is a cost-effective alternative to hiring a full-time CISO, giving you the benefit of an experienced consultant without the need for long-term employment contracts. Your organisation will gain board-level expertise in the latest cyber security developments, ensuring your security programme is up to date in an ever-changing cyber security landscape.  

Our vCISO service offers many of the benefits of employing a full-time CISO. Each service delivery is unique and tailored specifically to meet your business’ needs. However, common benefits include 

  • Executive-level cyber advice and business alignment.
  • Defining cyber security strategy and goals in collaboration with Executive/Senior Management.
  • Identifying and prioritising business risks and threats.
  • Governance and risk management oversight.
  • Provision of an independent overview of your current threat landscape, legislation and regulatory requirements, and cyber security maturity.

So why work with us?  

With over 50 years’ experience in governance, risk and compliance, we know that every customer that works with us is unique, which is why do not believe in using a one size fits all approach for any of our services. We are driven by our core values – integrity, inclusivity, innovation – and the solutions we design solve real problems reflecting these. This ensures that we leave our customers in a more secure and resilient place than when we found them.   

When you work with us you will receive honest, practical and tailored guidance which aligns with your requirements, regardless of your industry or business size.  

What is a vCISO?2025-05-14T00:58:50+01:00

A virtual Chief Information Security Officer provides oversight and strategic leadership in information and cyber security. Our service gives your organisation access to security expertise from a trusted advisor who will work with your team to provide strategic risk management and assurance activities across people, process, and technology.

How can a vCISO help my business?2025-07-21T13:24:41+01:00

In our experience, small and medium organisations do not always have the requirement for a full time CISO, but still require strategic leadership across the business to advise on risk and oversee governance and regulatory compliance in relation to information and cyber security.

A vCISO can optimise security plans and move from a tactical position to a more strategic one.

Will I get one dedicated consultant?2025-05-14T00:59:07+01:00

Yes, you will have an experienced consultant working with you throughout our time together, offering their extensive expertise and capability.

How much does vCISO as a Service cost?2025-05-14T00:59:13+01:00

At our initial discussion we will establish your requirements and then agree a subscription model that will be tailored to your needs. This flexible and cost-effective approach is unique to the specific needs and goals of your organisation and budget.

How long will I need this service?2025-08-18T15:11:10+01:00

Our service is flexible and will be based on our understanding of your business and your requirements. We have customers that have the service for an ongoing number of days per month or for the duration of a project. It can be scaled too, if your business grows.

Book a free consultation to find out more about our vCISO services and how your organisation could benefit.

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