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Higher Education’s Push Toward a Virtual CISO Approach
by Alexander Magid on July 25, 2025 at 10:16 AM
In recent years, higher education institutions have faced an increasingly complex cybersecurity landscape. From ransomware attacks that disrupt learning environments to rising compliance obligations under federal mandates, colleges and universities—especially small and mid-sized ones— …
Why the ‘CISO’ in Virtual CISO Services Shouldn’t Scare You
by CJ Hurd on July 8, 2025 at 1:00 PM
For many small and midsize businesses, the term Virtual CISO (or vCISO) can be a little off-putting. It sounds big, corporate, and expensive—like something built for Fortune 500 companies, not organizations with lean teams, tight budgets, and practical day-to-day needs. After all, the …
Why One-Size-Fits-All vCISO Security Programs Fall Short
by CJ Hurd on May 9, 2025 at 3:17 PM
When people talk about virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) services, they tend to focus on access: access to strategic guidance, access to frameworks, access to a security expert at a fraction of the cost of a full-time executive. And those benefits are real. But what d …
How Can I Hire a Virtual CISO For My Business?
by Jeffrey Torrance on February 4, 2025 at 3:15 PM
As cybersecurity threats continue to evolve, businesses—especially small and mid-sized enterprises (SMEs)—are increasingly recognizing the need for strong security leadership. However, hiring a full-time Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) may not always be feasible due to budge …
Leveraging a Virtual CISO (vCISO) for SOC 2 Compliance
by Jeffrey Torrance on January 10, 2025 at 1:00 PM
In the rapidly evolving landscape of cybersecurity and data privacy, achieving and maintaining compliance with industry standards like SOC 2 is critical for businesses of all sizes. However, this process can be daunting, especially for organizations lacking the internal expertise or r …
Essential Elements of an Effective Virtual CISO (vCISO) Program
by CJ Hurd on October 30, 2024 at 4:32 PM
In today's digital world, organizations face more cyber threats than ever before. With attacks becoming increasingly complex and frequent, businesses need strong cybersecurity leadership to stay ahead. That's where a Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) comes in—a smart …