Virtual CISO (vCISO) & Fractional Security Leadership
How it Works
VCISO & Fractional Leadership Services
Tech Jacks Solutions’ Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (VCISO) and Fractional Leadership Services provide experienced cybersecurity executive guidance tailored for small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs). This service offers expert cybersecurity strategy, leadership, compliance oversight, and risk management without the need for a full-time CISO, making it ideal for ongoing management as well as specific strategic initiatives.
Our VCISO services leverage best practices from industry standards and frameworks, including ISO 27001, NIST SP 800-53, CIS Controls, HIPAA, SOC 2, and PCI-DSS.
Deliverables Include:
Strategic Cybersecurity Roadmap
Executive-Level Cybersecurity Reporting
Policy & Governance Oversight
Regulatory Compliance Guidance
Incident Response Leadership
Risk Management & Mitigation Plans
Board-Level Cybersecurity Communications
Process & Results
Phase 1: Onboarding & Initial Assessment
Activities
- Conduct a thorough cybersecurity posture review of current policies, controls, and processes.
- Assess compliance alignment (ISO, NIST, HIPAA, PCI, etc.) at a high level.
- Interview key stakeholders (IT staff, business owners) to identify objectives, risk appetite, immediate concerns.
- Perform a comprehensive risk assessment—manual or lightweight scanning, if needed.
Deliverables
- Initial Assessment & Gap Report highlighting major security issues, compliance shortfalls, and quick-win recommendations.
- Consultation Summary documenting stakeholder priorities, business goals, and next steps.
Phase 2: Strategic Roadmap Development
Activities
- Analyze findings from Phase 1, focusing on high-priority risks and compliance needs.
- Develop a tailored cybersecurity strategy, specifying clear milestones.
- Craft a prioritized action plan mapping each gap to recommended controls or improvements.
Deliverables
- Strategic Cybersecurity Roadmap clarifying short-term fixes vs. long-term initiatives.
- Risk Mitigation & Compliance Plan aligning steps with relevant frameworks (ISO 27001, etc.).
Phase 3: Implementation & Leadership
Activities
- Oversee or coordinate the execution of roadmap items (policy updates, compliance checklists, incident response readiness).
- Provide day-to-day vCISO leadership, ensuring alignment with best practices and organizational objectives.
- Assist with incident response leadership if a breach or urgent security incident arises.
- Offer policy & governance oversight, refining or creating new policies as required.
Deliverables
- Updated Security Policies & Governance Documents demonstrating a standardized approach to risk management.
- Incident Response Coordination Plan ensuring structured procedures and role clarity.
- Ongoing Guidance on implementing recommended controls or improvements (e.g., MFA rollout, encryption practices).
Phase 4: Continuous Monitoring & Reporting
Activities
- Conduct periodic security assessments to track improvements, detect new risks, and maintain compliance.
- Generate executive-level reports (monthly or quarterly) summarizing risk posture, compliance status, and performance metrics (KPIs/KRIs).
- Provide board-level communications or presentations if needed, ensuring leadership remains informed of evolving threats and progress.
Deliverables
- Executive Cybersecurity Dashboard & Reports offering clear, non-technical summaries of risk posture, key achievements, and upcoming priorities.
- Ongoing Compliance & Risk Updates ensuring alignment with changes in standards or new legislative requirements.
- Evolving Strategic Plan adjusting the roadmap as your organization scales or threats evolve.
Business Value Delivered
- Immediate, Data-Driven Clarity
You gain a comprehensive view of current security gaps and risk exposures, allowing you to address high-priority threats quickly and guide strategic resource allocation. Tailored, Actionable Roadmap
We design a precise cybersecurity plan aligned with your organizational goals, compliance needs, and risk tolerance—ensuring clear milestones and maximum return on security investments.Proactive Leadership & Compliance
Our dedicated oversight and expert advisories foster seamless incident response coordination, consistent policy management, and reliable adherence to key frameworks (ISO, NIST, etc.).Sustainable Maturity & Confident Decisions
Through ongoing assessments, executive-level dashboards, and continuous refinements, your security posture evolves to meet emerging threats—empowering leadership with data-backed insight to drive business growth.
- Immediate, Data-Driven Clarity
Pricing Structure
| Tier | Monthly Cost | Key Activities & Deliverables |
| Basic vCISO Advisory | $2,500–$3,500 | – High-Level Security Advisory: Remote oversight of core security practices, ensuring alignment with business objectives. |
| – Quarterly Executive Reports: Summaries of top risks, compliance updates, and recommended mitigations. | ||
| – Periodic Compliance Checks: Basic gap reviews for frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC 2, HIPAA). | ||
| – Policy & Governance Refresh (Lite): Light updates to existing policies and basic governance guidance. | ||
| – Ad-Hoc Consultation: Email or brief calls for emerging security questions without deep incident response or on-site leadership. | ||
| Advanced vCISO Leadership | $4,000–$6,000 | – Comprehensive Cybersecurity Strategy: Develop/maintain a detailed roadmap aligned with recognized frameworks (NIST, PCI-DSS, HIPAA, etc.). |
| – Detailed Compliance Oversight: In-depth policy reviews, documentation updates, and routine compliance readiness checks or internal audits. | ||
| – Incident Response Coordination: Act as the primary security lead during critical events, orchestrating vendor or IT resources to contain and remediate incidents. | ||
| – Monthly Reporting & Leadership Briefings: Provide risk dashboards, KPI updates, and direct leadership communication on security posture. | ||
| – Expanded Policy & Governance: Revise or create policies (e.g., access controls, vendor management) to strengthen overall security governance. | ||
| Fractional CISO Leadership (Custom) | $6,000+ | – Extensive Cybersecurity Leadership: Serve as a de facto CISO with dedicated weekly hours, orchestrating the entire security program and strategic projects. |
| – Dedicated Compliance Program Development: Build or transform compliance processes for multiple standards (ISO 27001, FedRAMP, etc.) with rigorous documentation and audits. | ||
| – In-Depth Risk Management: Implement a robust risk management framework (e.g., ISO 27005 or NIST RMF), delivering continuous risk quantification and mitigation roadmaps. | ||
| – Executive Training & Board Presentations: Conduct security awareness sessions for senior leadership, deliver board-level communications on strategic and budgetary aspects. | ||
| – Full Incident & Crisis Management: Lead large-scale or complex incident responses, ensuring minimal downtime and business impact. | ||
| – Ongoing Security Operations Management: Coordinate day-to-day security operations (e.g., vulnerability scans, log reviews), ensuring a proactive defense posture. |
Additional Notes or Future Developments
- Development of an Interactive Cybersecurity Dashboard for Executives, offering real-time visibility into security posture and compliance metrics (planned future enhancement).
- Integration with advanced Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) tools to further streamline oversight, automate routine security tasks, and enhance reporting capabilities (future roadmap).
Our VCISO and Fractional Leadership services are structured to empower SMBs by delivering executive-level cybersecurity expertise, customized strategic solutions, and rigorous compliance management, all at competitive and accessible pricing.
Control Mappings
| VCISO Activity | ISO 27001 | NIST SP 800-53 | CIS Controls | HIPAA Security Rule | SOC 2 | PCI-DSS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Security Strategy & Policy Leadership | A.5.1, A.6.1 | PL-1, PL-2 | CIS 17 | 164.316(a) | CC1.1 | 12.1 |
| Risk Management & Oversight | A.6.1.3, A.8.2 | RA-1, RA-3 | CIS 3, 15 | 164.308(a)(1)(ii)(A) | CC3.2 | 12.2 |
| Incident Response Planning & Leadership | A.16.1.1, A.16.1.5 | IR-4, IR-8 | CIS 17 | 164.308(a)(6)(ii) | CC7.4 | 12.10 |
| Compliance and Governance Oversight | A.18.1.1 | CA-2, CA-7 | CIS 4 | 164.308(a)(8) | CC2.3 | 12.8.2 |
| Board & Executive Communication | A.6.1.5 | PM-6 | CIS 17 | 164.308(a)(2) | CC2.2 | 12.4 |
| Vendor & Third-Party Risk Oversight | A.15.1.1 | SA-9 | CIS 15 | 164.314(a)(1) | CC9.2 | 12.8 |
VCISO & Factional Leadership Services
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