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CISO as a Service
Security Leadership That Cuts Risk, Controls Compliance and Keeps Growth on Track.
Cyber threats, regulatory scrutiny and customer expectations are rising, yet many organisations lack dedicated security leadership.
CyberOne delivers outcome-driven CISO as a Service and vCISO services, providing a named fractional CISO who becomes part of your team. Using AssureMAP to define strategy and Assure365 to align execution, we bring structure, clarity and accountability to your security programme.
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What is CISO as a Service?
CISO as a Service is a flexible model that provides ongoing access to senior information security leadership without hiring a full-time CISO. A virtual CISO (vCISO) sets strategy, manages risk, coordinates delivery and reports to the board, with scope and involvement tailored to your needs.
ry and reports to the board, with scope and involvement tailored to your needs.
Strategic Security Leadership
Establish a clear security strategy and direction tailored to your organisation, priorities and risk appetite, not a generic template.
From Risk Into Clear Action
Translate high-level risks into a focused plan with clear priorities, actions and accountable owners across the organisation.
Coordinated Security Delivery
Coordinate and manage your security activities and projects so efforts are aligned, sequenced and measured, not fragmented.
Independent Security Guidance
Get neutral guidance on tools and services, helping you choose and optimise the right mix for your organisation.
Choose the level of strategic security outcomes you need and flex this as your organisation evolves.
Key Features of CyberOne’s CISO as a Service
CyberOne’s CISO as a Service provides ongoing security leadership, clear governance and practical direction to reduce risk and strengthen resilience. Your Virtual CISO focuses on the decisions, policies and priorities that keep your organisation safe and compliant, while ensuring your existing tools and partners are used to best effect.
Expert Security Strategy On-Demand
Access senior security leadership as and when you need it, from someone who has done the job before in complex environments.
Flexible, Scalable Service
Start with the level of support that fits your current needs, then scale up or down as your risk profile, size or regulatory obligations change.
Unbiased Information Security Insight
Independent advice on security priorities, focused on what reduces risk, delivered with a 30-60-90 day plan you can act on immediately.
Security Activities & Priorities Managed
Bring structure to security work with a clear plan, defined owners and regular governance so important actions do not slip, providing leaders with a clear view of its strengths and gaps.
Simple Risk Management & Compliance
Affordable Approach To Security Management
Benefit from CISO-level experience without the salary, recruitment risk and overheads of a full-time senior hire.
Typical Responsibilities of A Virtual CISO
• Security Strategy & Leadership - Set information security strategy and leadership aligned to business goals.
• Proactive Threat Reduction - Lead proactive work to protect the business against cyber threats.
• Data Breach Impact Minimisation - Reduce the possibility and impact of data breaches.
• Board-Level Representation - Act as the voice of cyber security to the board and senior management.
• Team Coaching & Mentoring - Train and mentor in-house IT and security staff.
• Risk Ownership & Oversight - Act as the central authority for risk assessment and ongoing risk management.
• Efficient Compliance Pathways - Identify efficient routes to meeting compliance standards.
• Security Framework Management - Maintain security frameworks such as ISO 27001, where applicable.
How CISO as a Service Works
Every engagement is tailored. There are no fixed tiers, only an agreed scope of outcomes and Virtual CISO involvement aligned to your goals.
1. Discovery & Scoping Workshop
CyberOne runs a short workshop to understand your business, current security posture and key pain points.
2. Role Definition & Roadmap
Your CyberOne Virtual CISO defines their responsibilities and creates a practical security roadmap with you.
3. Agree Outcome-Aligned Engagement
A flexible engagement model aligned to security outcomes, priorities and strategic focus areas that matter most to you.
4. Ongoing Virtual CISO Support
Your Virtual CISO integrates into your regular governance rhythm and keeps security activities aligned with your strategy.
5. Regular Review & Adjustment
We review progress and adjust our focus and engagement levels as your organisation and risk landscape evolves.
Fractional CISO vs Interim CISO vs Full-Time CISO
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Model |
When to Use |
Pros |
Considerations |
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Fractional CISO Services |
Ongoing part-time leadership |
Cost-effective, flexible, continuous oversight |
Not full-time presence |
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Interim CISO Services |
Temporary gap or transformation |
Full-time focus for a defined period |
Higher short-term cost |
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Full-Time CISO |
Large, complex environments |
Dedicated leadership |
High salary and overhead |
Virtual CISO vs Full-Time CISO
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Virtual CISO |
Full-Time CISO |
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Flexible engagement |
Fixed full-time role |
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Lower cost |
High salary and benefits |
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Access to broader team expertise |
Single individual dependency |
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Scales with business needs |
Harder to scale quickly |
Virtual CISO Pricing & Engagement Models
We keep pricing transparent and aligned to outcomes, typical vCISO pricing models include:
- Retainer Model: Monthly fee based on agreed days or outcomes
- Project-Based: Fixed scope for audits, certifications or transformation
- On-demand (CISO on demand): Flexible hourly or ad hoc support
- Fractional CISO Cost: £2,000 – £8,000 per month
- Project Engagements: £5,000 – £25,000+
Indicative ranges (vary by scope and complexity): We define pricing based on required outcomes, not hours alone.
Why Choose CyberOne’s CISO as a Service?
Senior Expertise Without Full-Time Commitment
Gain access to CISO-level professionals who bring deep experience from multiple organisations, without committing to a permanent role.
Structured Yet Pragmatic Delivery Approach
We bring proven methods and templates but apply them in a way that fits your culture, capacity and appetite for change.
Continuity & Depth of Cyber Support
Behind your named Virtual CISO sits CyberOne’s wider team, providing resilience, cover and specialist skills when you need them.
Clear, Business Friendly Communication
We explain security, risk and compliance in straightforward language so the board and executive team can make confident decisions.
Integrated With Wider Cyber Security Capability
Your Virtual CISO can work alongside CyberOne’s wider 24x7x365 Managed SOC and Incident Response to ensure strategy and day-to-day operations stay aligned.
Trusted By Leading UK & Global Businesses
At CyberOne we look after our clients – a team of authentic people who know their stuff and where no egos are allowed. We challenge our clients collaboratively, always improving, executing 100% – and they respect us for it.
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