vCISO & security officer on retainer
Senior security leadership for your organisation, without a full-time hire.
Most SMEs need someone who owns information security, but not a full-time CISO. As your virtual CISO (vCISO), TripleSec takes on that role on a monthly retainer.
We set priorities, keep your security programme moving, answer customer security questions and report to management in plain language, so security gets the attention it needs without a permanent hire.
What this service includes
Security ownership
A named security officer who owns your risk register, policies and security roadmap, and keeps them current.
Management reporting
Regular updates for directors on risks, incidents and progress, including what NIS2 expects from management.
Customer and supplier questions
Security questionnaires, tender requirements and due-diligence requests answered consistently.
Incident guidance
A first point of contact when something goes wrong, and help meeting reporting deadlines.
Keeping the ISMS alive
Risk reviews, awareness, supplier checks and follow-up spread across the year, not crammed in before an audit.
How it works
- 1
Intake
We agree scope, hours and priorities, and review where security stands today.
- 2
Roadmap
A prioritised twelve-month plan that fits your business and budget.
- 3
Monthly rhythm
Fixed contact moments, follow-up of actions and a short report for management.
- 4
Quarterly review
We look back at results together and adjust the plan where priorities have changed.
Common questions
What is a vCISO?
A virtual Chief Information Security Officer: an experienced security lead who takes on the CISO role part-time, usually on a monthly retainer, instead of as a full-time employee.
How much time does a retainer involve?
That depends on your size and goals. We agree a fixed number of hours or days per month during the intake, and adjust it when your priorities change.
Can the vCISO be our contact for auditors and customers?
Yes. The vCISO can act as your information security officer towards auditors and customers, and coordinate the work needed for ISO 27001 or NIS2.
