Virtual CISO Service (vCISO)
Expert-led, comprehensive 'Security as a Service' solution, tailored for organizations seeking top-tier cybersecurity, governance, risk management, and compliance expertise, with hands-on support and guidance from seasoned professionals.
What is a Virtual CISO?
A Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) is a seasoned cybersecurity expert who provides strategic guidance and leadership to organizations without the need for a full-time CISO.
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While a full-time CISO may not be feasible for every organization, you still require a skilled and enthusiastic cybersecurity leader to oversee your security practices.
Our vCISO service provides access to a seasoned security expert who utilizes their extensive experience in cybersecurity and industry to assist your business in creating and managing a comprehensive information security program- strengthening your security stance to address the evolving threats with confidence.
We will guide you to navigate the complex cybersecurity landscape with ease, ensuring your organization remains secure and compliant.
Why hire a Virtual CISO or vCISO?
The cybersecurity sector faces a significant talent shortage, making it challenging for organizations to find and hire skilled cybersecurity professionals and CISOs. This issue is particularly acute for start-ups and small-to-medium businesses, which often have limited budgets to attract and retain top talent.
Our Virtual CISO services, also known as 'CISO as a Service,' offer a solution to bridge this gap. Our experienced Virtual CISO advisors possess diverse, cross-industry expertise, enabling them to tailor their support to meet your organization's unique needs and strengthen your cybersecurity posture.
Three Key Benefits of our vCISO Service
Experienced security consultants at a fraction of the cost!
Partner with our vCISO service to tap into expert cybersecurity guidance and CISO expertise at a budget-friendly cost. Our Virtual CISO advisors offer a cost-effective solution compared to hiring a full-time staff member or engaging consultants from top-tier firms. With our flexible and scalable approach, you can access top-notch cybersecurity expertise without breaking the bank.
Increased engagement with your Board, Senior Executives & Management
Effective cyber-resiliency begins with leadership buy-in. We communicate effectively with business executives, enabling us to engage and inform senior leaders, board members, and non-technical stakeholders. Our vCISO experts specialize in presenting actionable insights and strategic guidance to diverse executive audiences, ensuring that our Virtual CISO Advisory services foster enhanced board engagement and informed decision-making..
Professional advice on prioritising technology investments
Our goal is to help our clients optimize their budgets, and we achieve this by providing actionable and pragmatic guidance. Our Virtual CISO Consulting Services enable organizations to make informed decisions, avoiding unnecessary expenditures on redundant or ineffective technology solutions, and ultimately reducing overall costs.
Our Vision & Mission Behind the vCISO Service
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Our Virtual CISO Advisory Services are designed to empower clients with comprehensive cyber-resilience, enabling them to effectively defend against known threats and swiftly respond to and recover from sophisticated cyber-attacks. Our ultimate goal is to ensure uninterrupted business operations, giving our clients the confidence to pursue their objectives without fear of cyber threats holding them back.
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How do we achieve this mission?
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We do this by Identifying organisational risks and threats; creating, improving and assisting to deploy technology controls, processes and policies to Protect the organisation from cyber-attacks and helping make the organisation beach-ready so it can rapidly Detect, Respond to and Recover from a cyber-attack.
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Our Standards-Based Approach
At Intellect7 we take co-ownership of your challenges and risks and aim to improve your organisation’s Cybersecurity and Cyber resilience posture through our professional services and experienced staff.
Why Our Clients Opt for our vCISO Service
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We raise the standard for exceptional, cost-effective vCISO services. Reach out to us if you need expert assistance in developing, assessing, or updating your cybersecurity policies, processes, and procedures.
Additionally, we can help ensure your organization meets the rigorous standards of ISO 27001:2013, Cyber Essentials, or NIST's Cybersecurity Framework, giving you peace of mind and confidence in your cybersecurity posture..
Trusted & Impartial
We provide objective and trusted expertise from globally renowned professionals, offering unbiased guidance, advice, and support to help you make informed decisions and achieve your goals.
Strong People Skills
Tap into our global network of esteemed experts, who deliver impartial and trusted guidance, advice, and support.
Long-term Partner
Our clients have formed lasting bonds with Intellect7, embracing us as a natural extension of their organization. We take pride in being a trusted and dedicated partner, working hand-in-hand to drive their success
Vendor-neutral Context & Guidance
We don't peddle products or endorse specific vendors, allowing us to offer unbiased expertise and recommendations tailored to our clients' unique needs
Top-notch Cyber Professionals
Gain access to a globally renowned 'CISO as a Service' (Virtual CISO Advisory Services), powered by our expertly curated team of cybersecurity consultants.
Top Quality at Great Value
Our vCISO service stands out for its unbeatable value proposition, offering top-tier expertise at a fraction of the cost of global providers.
More reasons to hire our vCISOs...
Discover the power of partnering with our vCISOs - there are over a hundred compelling reasons why organizations like yours choose our expert services. You may wonder, why opt for an external consultant when you could hire a full-time staff member or handle cybersecurity internally? The answer lies in the numerous benefits our vCISOs provide. Here's a snapshot of the key reasons our clients trust our virtual Cyber Information Security Officers to safeguard their businesses:
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Access to a pool of experienced CISOs (you're lucky if you can get even one good full time CISO).
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Our CISOs know how to engage all kinds of stakeholders.
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Our CISOs have the battles-scars and hit the ground running almost immediately.
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Our vCISOs have exceptional leadership and skills to help define, plan and execute bespoke strategies unique to your organisation.
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Our vCISOs are supported by a whole backend team of consultants, risk, compliance and governance teams to ensure we meet all the varying requirements of your business.
The Service Domains of our Virtual CISO Consulting Services?
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Our Virtual CISO service offers a broad spectrum of expertise across main domains, with numerous sub-categories under each. Our experienced advisors can provide comprehensive support for your cybersecurity needs.
Certifications
Data Security
Supply Chain Security
Governance &
Compliance
Risk Assessment &
Management
Asset Management
Cyber Resilience &
Strategy
Operational
Security
Audits &
Assessment
Business
Continuity & DR
Cloud Security
Cyber Risk
Advisory
Cyber Strategy
AI/LLM Security
