Information Security Management Consultants, LLC
Virtual CISO Services for Modern Organizations.
- Strengthen your organization's security posture, reduce risk, and build a resilient cybersecurity program with expert CISO-level leadership—at a fraction of the cost of a full-time CISO.
vCISO SERVICE DESCRIPTION:
Get executive-level cybersecurity leadership on demand with our Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) services. We help you build and maintain a cybersecurity program that not only protects your organization but also aligns seamlessly with your business goals, compliance requirements, and risk profile-no matter your size or industry. Scalable vCISO services designed to meet you where you are and guide you where you need to be.
vCISO Service STOP • THINK • PROTECT Build the Foundation Tier I Subscription Designed for organizations taking their first steps toward a strong cybersecurity program. vCISO Deliverables:
- Cybersecurity Compliance & Risk Assessment (CIS Controls)
- One Resiliency Tabletop Exercise
- LOB Application Asset Inventory
- Create up to eight documents
- Create Resiliency and Response Plan (Incident and DR)
- Security Policy Suite Gap Analysis and recommendations
- After Actions Risk Report with risk-based priorities
- Monthly Operational Meetings
- Risk Register (managed by client)
vCISO Service STOP • THINK • PROTECT Strengthen & Standardize Tier II Subscription Designed for growing organizations that that must demonstrate a mature cybersecurity posture to clients and regulators but lack in-house cybersecurity expertise. Baseline security controls are in place, gaps remain in governance and risk management. vCISO Deliverables:
- Includes Tier I Deliverables
- Managed Risk Register
- Cybersecurity Policy Development & Enhancement
- Security Control Inventory and Reference Architecture
- Security Awareness Training
- Audit Management Process and workflow
- Vendor Risk Management
- Cybersecurity Strategy & Roadmap
- Bi-Weekly Operational meetings
- Limited Incident Response Support (Advisory)
- Monthly MDR Response Review
vCISO Service STOP • THINK • PROTECT Optimize Security Tier III Subscription Designed for organizations ready to elevate their cybersecurity maturity. Your vCISO works closely with your business through regular meetings, executive and board-level briefings, and ongoing education to strengthen governance, drive performance, and align security with business goals. vCISO Deliverables:
- Includes Tier II Deliverables
- Business Impact Analysis
- Cybersecurity Support on Critical Enterprise Project
- Develop SDLC Program (optional)
- Develop Key Risk Indicators (develop and report metrics)
- Quarterly Executive Management Updates
- Monthly MDR Response Review
- Monthly EDR Detection
- Quarterly Resiliency Tabletop Exercises
vCISO Engagement models:
Organizations engage a virtual CISO (vCISO) in different ways depending on their maturity, risk profile, and immediate needs. We offer flexible engagement models designed to provide the right level of security leadership—without unnecessary cost or complexity. Flexible cybersecurity leadership tailored to your organization’s size, maturity, and urgency.
Fractional vCISO
A dedicated vCISO provides ongoing executive-level oversight on a part-time basis. Engagements are typically structured monthly and scaled based on organizational size, risk, and regulatory requirements.
Compliance & Regulatory Services
Audit preparation and ongoing compliance support aligned to your business and regulatory obligations.
Project-Based vCISO
Organizations with a defined security initiative or short-term need. We provide senior security leadership for a specific project with clear scope, deliverables, and timelines.
On-Demand vCISO
Organizations with internal security resources that need occasional executive input. Flexible access to senior security expertise on an as-needed basis. Hourly (10 hour minimum), or retainer-based executive guidance.