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Essential Security Leadership at a Price That Makes Sense

Get the cybersecurity expertise your business needs without breaking the budget. Our vCISO services deliver compliance management, security policies, and risk oversight designed specifically for growing organizations.

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What is a Virtual CISO?

A Virtual CISO provides essential cybersecurity leadership functions without the overhead of a full-time executive. This baseline service focuses on core security needs: compliance management, policy development, risk assessments, and security program oversight. Perfect for organizations that need professional security guidance but operate with limited budgets. Our vCISO service delivers the fundamental security leadership every business requires.

We handle compliance requirements, develop security policies, conduct risk assessments, and provide regular reporting on your security posture. This approach gives growing organizations access to professional security expertise while maintaining cost efficiency. While the vCISO market has become commoditized with many providers, we differentiate through consistent delivery, clear communication, and a focus on practical solutions that work for your business size and industry.

Our vCISO Service Delivery Process

Our straightforward 4-step approach ensures you receive consistent, reliable security leadership that addresses your core compliance and risk management needs.

Initial Security Review

Step 1: Initial Security Review

We assess your current security state, compliance gaps, and immediate risks to establish a baseline and identify priority areas for improvement.

Compliance Roadmap

Step 2: Compliance Roadmap

Develop a practical 12-month plan focusing on achieving compliance requirements, implementing essential policies, and addressing critical vulnerabilities.

Policy Implementation

Step 3: Policy Implementation

Create and deploy security policies, procedures, and controls that meet regulatory requirements while remaining practical for your team to follow.

Monthly Reporting

Step 4: Monthly Reporting

Deliver clear monthly reports on compliance status, security metrics, and program progress to keep stakeholders informed and demonstrate value.

Why Choose DL Cyber vCISO Services

Get the essential security leadership your business needs with a service designed for practicality, affordability, and results.

  • Budget-Friendly Expertise
    Budget-Friendly Expertise

    Access professional security leadership at 70% less cost than a full-time CISO. Perfect for organizations that need expertise without enterprise-level budgets.

  • Compliance Made Simple
    Compliance Made Simple

    Navigate complex compliance requirements with confidence. We translate regulations into practical steps your team can actually implement and maintain.

  • Quick Implementation
    Quick Implementation

    Start seeing results within 30 days. Our proven processes and templates accelerate security program development without sacrificing quality.

  • Clear Communication
    Clear Communication

    Receive reports and recommendations in plain language. We ensure both technical teams and business leaders understand security status and next steps.

Find Your Right-Fit Security Leadership

Start with vCISO and scale up as your security needs grow

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vCISO

Classic Virtual CISO Service

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CSPA

Cybersecurity Program Advisory

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CSPM

Cybersecurity Program Management

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Core Services

Security Policy Development
Compliance Management
Risk Assessments
Basic
Security Roadmap Development
Annual
Vendor Risk Management

Leadership & Strategy

Strategic Direction
Leadership Team Integration
Board-Level Engagement
Business Alignment Planning
Executive Reporting
Quarterly

Support & Resources

Consultant Level
Standard
Incident Response Hours
Digital Forensics Access
Emergency Support

Engagement Model

Dedicated Hours/Month
10 hours
On-site Availability
Team Access
1 consultant
Response Time SLA
48 hours
Cybersecurity consultation background

Ready to Secure Your Business?

Start with essential vCISO services that deliver the security leadership you need at a price that works. As you grow, upgrade to our enhanced CSPA or flagship CSPM services.