C-Suite as a Service (vCISO)
On-demand executive security leadership — strategy, governance and board reporting without a full-time hire.
C-Suite as a Service (vCISO)
Strategic agility is essential for sustained success, and the security, resilience and integrity of your infrastructure underpin it. Our C-Suite as a Service gives you on-demand access to veteran security executives who provide strategic counsel, governance and meticulous planning — with particular depth in ransomware and OT risk. Whether you need a virtual CISO, interim leadership during a transition, or a trusted advisor to the board, we bring the experience of a seasoned security executive at a fraction of the cost.
Is this you?
- No dedicated security leader, or a leadership gap during hiring
- Board and regulators asking for a clear security strategy and metrics
- Security spend that is not tied to business risk
- Fragmented policies, unclear ownership and responsibilities
- Growing pressure from ransomware and OT-related threats
Scope & deliverables
Security strategy and multi-year roadmap aligned to business objectives
Architecture reviews of systems and infrastructure, including ICS/SCADA
Policy framework review and gap remediation
Board-level reporting, risk dashboards and KPIs
Budget planning and vendor/technology rationalisation
Incident readiness oversight and crisis leadership support
How we deliver
Discover
Interview stakeholders, review existing controls, policies and incidents.
Baseline
Assess maturity against a recognised framework and quantify key risks.
Plan
Agree a prioritised roadmap, budget and governance model with leadership.
Lead
Run the programme: steering committees, policy, vendors and reporting.
Evolve
Quarterly re-baselining and adjustment as threats and the business change.
Aligned to the standards that matter
Tools & technology
Flexible ways to work with us
Fixed-scope project
Defined scope, timeline and deliverables — ideal for a first assessment or audit.
Retainer
A reserved block of expert hours per month for ongoing advisory and reviews.
Embedded / interim
A Cybersense lead embedded in your team for a programme or transition.
What success looks like
A clear, board-approved security strategy and roadmap
Defined accountability across IT, OT and the business
Measurable maturity improvement year-on-year
Security investment directly mapped to risk reduction
Related projects
Frequently asked questions
How is a vCISO different from a consultant?
A vCISO takes ongoing ownership of your security programme — strategy, governance, reporting and decisions — rather than delivering a one-off report.
How much time does a vCISO spend with us?
It is flexible: typically from a few days per month to several days per week, scaled to your size and the stage of your programme.
Can you support ransomware and OT risk specifically?
Yes. Our executives specialise in ransomware preparedness and OT security, including ICS/SCADA environments.
Can you present to our board or regulator?
Yes. Board and regulator reporting is a core part of the service.
Often combined with
Security Gap Analysis & GRC
Governance, risk and compliance consulting that maps your controls to the frameworks you must meet.
ExploreAssessThreat Modeling
Map how real adversaries would attack your business — and design the defences that stop them.
ExploreOperateStrategic Cyber Risk Mitigation
Risk profiling, governance and compliance assurance that protect critical assets and continuity.
ExploreDiscuss C-Suite as a Service with an expert
Tell us about your environment and objectives — we will propose a scope, timeline and engagement model that fits.