Fractional vCISO Services For Businesses Of All Sizes!

At this level, our fractional vCISO offers expert insights, risk awareness, and strategic direction without deep operational involvement.  He is your  trusted senior security adviser to help guide your organization through the construction and implementation of an appropriately scoped cybersecurity program.

This level is ideal when you need clarity, confidence, and direction—but not hands-on execution.

WHO IS IT BEST SUITED FOR?

• Startups, small / mid-sized businesses, or organizations with internal IT teams needing expert oversight.

TYPICAL DELIVERABLES: 

• Security policy reviews
• Risk assessments
• Compliance roadmap guidance
• Board and executive briefings

VALUE:

• You gain seasoned leadership without the cost or commitment of a full-time executive.

This level typically Includes everything identified in the Advisory Services, PLUS it brings the fractional vCISO into the operational fold. Here, they roll up their sleeves to implement security controls, manage vendors, and drive compliance efforts.

This level bridges strategy and action, ensuring your security posture evolves with your business.

WHO IS IT BEST SUITED FOR?

• organizations preparing for audits, scaling infrastructure, or responding to incidents.

TYPICAL DELIVERABLES:

• Security architecture design
• Security policy development
• Incident response planning
• Vendor risk management
• Compliance documentation and audit prep

VALUE:

• You get execution power and technical depth—without building a full security department

This level may be inclusive of all expectations of both the Advisory and Tactical levels,  However, at this level, the fractional vCISO becomes a critical extension of your leadership team—aligning cybersecurity with business goals, investor expectations, and long-term growth. This level is about transformation ... not just protection.

WHO IS IT FOR?

• Growth focused organizations
• Regulated industries
• Companies preparing for a major event (e.g., IPO, M&A, or global expansion, etc.)

TYPICAL DELIVERABLES:

• Enterprise risk management
• Cybersecurity program development
• Executive and board-level reporting
• Strategic alignment with IT, legal, and compliance

VALUE:

• You gain a visionary leader who turns cybersecurity into a competitive advantage.

In today’s unpredictable landscape, resilience isn’t a luxury—it’s a leadership imperative. CISO ToGo now offers tailored consulting to help organizations strengthen both operational continuity and cyber defense. Whether you're navigating digital transformation, preparing for disruption, or aligning stakeholders around risk, we help you build systems that bend without breaking.  

Resiliency consulting bridges the gap between business continuity and cybersecurity. It’s about designing adaptive strategies that protect your mission, your data, and your reputation—before, during, and after a crisis.

WE HELP YOU:

• Identify vulnerabilities across operations and infrastructure
• Develop actionable continuity/recovery plans
• Align executive messaging with risk realities
• Build a culture of preparedness and trust

WHO WE SERVE:

• Small and mid-sized businesses
• Nonprofits and community organizations
• Hybrid & remote-first teams
• Founders and executive leaders navigating growth or change

TYPICAL CORE SERVICES: 

• Business Impact Analysis & Resiliency Planning - Pinpoint critical functions and design recovery strategies to minimize downtime.
• Cyber Resiliency Frameworks - Implement NIST, ISO, or custom models to ensure your digital assets are protected and recoverable.
• Incident Response Readiness - Run tabletop exercises, build playbooks, and prepare the team to act decisively under pressure.
• Executive Risk Communication - Craft clear, audience-aware messaging that builds confidence across stakeholders.
• Supply Chain & Vendor Risk Resilience - Assess third-party dependencies and build safeguards into your ecosystem.

WHY IT MATTERS:

• 60% of small businesses close within six months of a major cyber incident. 
• Resilient organizations recover faster, communicate better, and retain trust. 
• Your ability to lead through disruption defines your brand—and your future.

Cybersecurity isn’t just about protecting systems—it’s about empowering people.  A fractional vCISO from CISO ToGo who also mentors key members of your internal team brings not only strategic oversight, but also long-term capability building.  This dual-role approach strengthens your security posture while developing the next generation of in-house leadership.

This mentoring-enhanced fractional vCISO level is ideal for organizations that want more than just outsourced expertise—they want a partner who builds internal strength while delivering external results!  Think of it as "Leadership Building Leaders"!

WHO IS IT FOR:

• Growing organizations with junior IT or security staff who need guidance
• Startups and SMBs building their first security team
• Enterprises seeking succession planning or leadership development
• Technical teams transitioning into governance, risk, and compliance roles

TYPICAL DELIVERABLES: 

• One-on-one mentoring for junior security staff or IT leads
• Leadership coaching for emerging CISOs or security managers
• Skill gap assessments and personalized development plans
• Shadowing opportunities during board presentations, audits, and vendor negotiations
• Knowledge transfer sessions 
• Career pathing and certification guidance (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA)

VALUE:

• Accelerates team growth -your team gains confidence, clarity, and competence faster
• Improves retention - employees feel invested in and supported, reducing turnover
• Future-proofs your organization - you’re not just securing today—you’re preparing for tomorrow