Virtual CISO (vCISO) Pricing & Packages

Transparent retainers, clear deliverables, and fast time‑to‑value for regulated SMBs & mid‑market. Hire expert leadership for HIPAA, SOC 2, ISO 27001, and CMMC with a proposal turned around in 24 hours.

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Transparent by Design

We publish realistic ranges and deliverables so boards can budget confidently and move fast.

90‑Day Outcomes

Stakeholder interviews, risk register, policy baseline, and an executive roadmap ready for action.

Audit‑Ready Proof

Evidence mapped to HIPAA, SOC 2, ISO 27001, or CMMC—plus board‑ready reporting.

What does a vCISO cost?

Typical U.S. SMB retainers range from $2,000–$6,000+ per month. Where you land depends on users & vendors, framework scope (HIPAA, SOC 2, ISO 27001, CMMC), current maturity and remediation backlog, and the cadence of board reporting and audits. Our packages below reflect the most common scenarios; your final quote is customized within 24 hours of a planning call.

Pricing & Packages

Starter

Advisory

Leadership, roadmap, and governance for smaller teams.

From $2,000–$3,250 / month
  • vCISO leadership & monthly check‑in
  • Risk register & 90‑day security roadmap
  • Policy baseline aligned to NIST CSF
  • Vendor & cloud risk guidance

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For Regulated / DoD

Regulated & DoD

Complex programs and evidence‑heavy initiatives.

$5,500–$9,500+ / month
  • CMMC L2/L3 readiness & SSP/POA&M support
  • NIST 800‑171 / DFARS & SPRS score improvements, NIST 800-53 Compliance
  • Evidence management & auditor interface
  • Executive and board reporting package

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Ranges reflect typical SMB scenarios; final pricing depends on scope & complexity. Month‑to‑month available; annual retainers receive preferred pricing.

Everything Included (at a glance)

  • Executive vCISO leadership
  • Stakeholder interviews & current‑state review
  • Risk register & 90‑day roadmap
  • Policy baseline (NIST CSF)
  • Audit readiness (HIPAA / SOC 2 / ISO 27001)
  • Incident readiness runbook & tabletop
  • Board reporting pack & KPIs
  • Vendor & cloud risk guidance
  • CMMC L2/L3 readiness & SSP/POA&M
  • NIST 800‑171 / DFARS & SPRS score improvements
  • Evidence management & auditor interface
  • Executive & board briefings

vCISO vs Fractional vs Interim vs FTE

  • vCISO: $2k–$6k+ / mo — Ongoing leadership: roadmap, governance, audits, board reporting.
  • Fractional CISO: $3k–$8k+ / mo — Part‑time executive with hands‑on program build.
  • Interim CISO: $10k–$25k+ / mo — Short‑term coverage for leadership gaps.
  • Full‑Time CISO (FTE): $22k–$40k+ / mo (salary equiv.) — Permanent executive leadership.

Use these as directional benchmarks; your quote is tailored to scope, frameworks, and maturity.

Pricing FAQs

How are vCISO retainers set?

We scope on four drivers: 1) users & vendors, 2) framework scope (HIPAA/SOC 2/ISO 27001/CMMC), 3) current maturity & remediation backlog, and 4) cadence of board reporting & audits. After a 30‑minute planning session, you receive a fixed monthly quote within 24 hours.

What do the first 90 days include?

Stakeholder interviews, risk register, 90‑day roadmap, policy baseline, evidence plan, and an executive briefing to align budget & KPIs. Program Lead and Regulated packages add audit readiness and incident tabletop.

Do you handle HIPAA, SOC 2, ISO 27001, and CMMC?

Yes. We align deliverables to your required control set and prepare evidence for assessors, auditors, or C3PAOs. The Regulated tier includes CMMC L2/L3 readiness and DFARS support.

Is there a contract term?

Month‑to‑month with a 30‑day notice is available; annual retainers receive preferred pricing.

Where can I see everything included?

See the packages above and our Virtual CISO Services page.

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