On-Demand Cybersecurity Leadership for Every Business
Startups & Small Businesses
Tap into enterprise-grade security knowledge without stretching your budget.
Regulated Industries
Stay compliant with complex standards like HIPAA, PCI-DSS, GDPR, and more.
High-Risk Environments
Get proactive risk management and incident response capabilities.
Budget-Minded Companies
Only pay for the support you need—when you need it.
Core Capabilities of Our Virtual CISO Service
Security Strategy & Governance
- Align cybersecurity planning with your risk profile and business objectives.
- Conduct threat modeling, gap analysis, and define strategic goals.
- Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and access protocols.
Risk Management & Vulnerability Assessment
- Incorporate administration tools including Tenable, Qualys, and Nessus.
- Use encryption, firewalls, and intrusion prevention systems to mitigate risk exposure.
- Identify and remediate vulnerabilities across systems and applications.
Incident Response & Business Continuity
- Create and test incident response playbooks for various threat scenarios.
- Define clear escalation paths and communication strategies.
- Leverage partnerships with incident response firms during major events.
Regulatory Compliance & Audit Support
- Customize security practices to meet industry-specific compliance needs.
- Pre-audit and prepare to align with standards such as ISO 27001, HIPAA, and SOC 2.
- Stay updated with new regulations like the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA) & Cyber Security Compliance & Risk Framework (CSCRF).
Additional Cybersecurity Services
- Security Awareness Training: Foster a security-first mindset with interactive training for employees.
- Cybersecurity Budget Planning: Strategically allocate your resources for maximum protection and ROI.
- M&A Security Risk Review: Assess cyber risks before mergers, acquisitions, or strategic partnerships.
Additional Cybersecurity Services
Security Awareness Training – Foster a security-first mindset with interactive training for employees.
Cybersecurity Budget Planning – Strategically allocate your resources for maximum protection and ROI.
M&A Security Risk Review – Assess cyber risks before mergers, acquisitions, or strategic partnerships.
Flexible vCISO Engagement Models – Choose What Works for You
Hourly / Retainer Model
- Ideal for on-demand support or occasional expert guidance.
- Pay only for the hours you need, or opt for a monthly retainer.
- Great for SMBs or organizations exploring their cybersecurity needs.
Project-Based Model
- Best suited for clearly defined tasks with specific timelines.
- Offers fixed pricing and well-scoped deliverables.
- Perfect for initiatives like risk assessments, policy creation, or compliance audits.
Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) Model
- Designed for organizations needing continuous security leadership.
- Provides dedicated vCISO time each month or year.
- Supports long-term strategies, security program development, and compliance management.
Why Secureroot?
Customizable Engagement
Easily adjust the level of service based on your evolving security needs. Scale support up or down as your organization grows.
Veteran Cybersecurity Experts
Gain access to professionals with years of hands-on experience in enterprise security. Their insights are rooted in real-world scenarios.
Up Front Pricing
You will never have to worry about hidden fees or surprises. You will be in full control by knowing exactly what you are paying for before you commit.
Remote Delivery
Receive expert cybersecurity guidance from anywhere. Our virtual model ensures seamless support without geographical limits.
- The vCISO provides executive-level security leadership through part-time engagements or project work as an experienced cyber expert. Research shows this option represents an intelligent solution for organizations that require cybersecurity leadership without complete CISO employment.
- Businesses acquire strategic oversight together with technical direction through vCISO services without having to employ a full-time CISO. This solution enables companies to gain senior-level expertise at costs that reduce traditional organizational expenses.
- The team of vCISOs delivers strategic advice and risk evaluation together with compliance services, security policy development, incident response plans, and training programs that match your organization's exact requirements.
- We offer flexible models: Different pricing models include rates per hour combined with monthly retainer payments and project-based fees, as well as Full-Time Equivalent employee assignments. We will assist you in selecting the best financial option.
- Security professionals with CISSP and CISM certifications from global enterprise security firms have decades of experience delivering vCISO services, plus expertise in incident response, regulatory compliance, and enterprise security management.
- A no-cost consultation serves as the first step to grasp what you need. Through our recommendation process, we then advise an engagement model to determine your objectives before matching you with a suitable vCISO who fits your company's needs.