Decision questions Questions buyers ask before starting
What does a virtual CISO do?
A virtual CISO provides senior security leadership on a fractional basis: strategy, governance, risk ownership, executive reporting, assurance, and prioritization without requiring a full-time executive hire.
How is a vCISO different from an MSSP?
An MSSP typically operates security technology or monitoring. A vCISO helps leadership decide what matters, who owns it, what evidence is required, and how security supports business objectives.
When should a company hire a fractional CISO?
Common triggers include enterprise customer pressure, ISO 27001 or SOC 2 preparation, board reporting needs, rapid growth, significant AI adoption, regulatory expansion, or unclear security ownership.