Get Flexible & Strategic Security Leadership with a vCISO

Not every business needs a full-time CISO, but every business needs someone who gets cybersecurity. If you’re growing quickly, tightening up your security program, or staring down an upcoming audit, you need someone who can steer the ship—not just patch holes. That’s where Comport’s virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) service comes in. Our vCISOs are seasoned pros who bring structure, speed, and strategy to your security efforts without the commitment of a full-time hire.

What You’ll Get in the Meeting:

  • A quick conversation about your environment, risks, and goals
  • An assessment of common threat areas in your industry
  • Early insight into potential compliance gaps
  • A clear look at how our vCISO service integrates into your team

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vCISO as a Service Delivers

Comport’s vCISO service gives you flexible access to security leaders who work as part of your team. We’ll help you assess risks, shape your strategy, and keep things moving, whether starting from scratch or improving what’s already in place. Our vCISOs don’t just give advice. We roll up our sleeves and dig in.

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Typical vCISO Responsibilities

We strive to turn technical risks into clear, actionable priorities that make sense for your business. Our vCISOs will help assess where you stand today and build a practical roadmap for where you need to go. That could mean developing security policies, preparing for audits like SOC 2 or HIPAA, or getting ahead of vendor risks. We also support incident response planning and facilitate tabletop exercises, so your team knows what to do when it matters most. Our vCISOs can report up to your board and executive team, bringing alignment and clarity every step of the way.

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Benefits of a vCISO

Hiring a full-time CISO can be costly, and for many organizations, it’s simply more than they need. Comport’s vCISO service offers experienced, strategic security leadership and hands-on support without the overhead or long-term commitment. We’ll collaborate closely, use the tools you already have, and focus on your goals to help you move faster and build a stronger, more resilient security program. Speaking of cost, let’s get into some FAQs…

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the difference between a vCISO and other security roles?

A Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) sets strategic direction for security, often overseeing risk, compliance, governance, and response. Roles like Information Security Officer (ISO) or Chief Security Officer (CSO) may be more operational. A virtual CISO (vCISO) does the same, but as an external partner, making them more flexible, cost-effective, and easier to scale.

How much does a vCISO cost?

vCISO pricing depends on your needs. Comport offers both retainer-based and fixed-scope models to fit different business sizes and levels of complexity. We’re transparent about cost and focused on ROI.

Will a vCISO work with our existing tools and team?

Yes. Our vCISOs integrate directly with your current systems, staff, and priorities. We won’t ask you to change what’s already working. Instead, we help you optimize, fill gaps, and lead where it matters.

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Ready for a Real Security Conversation?

Let’s take a look at where you stand, what your blind spots are, and how a vCISO can start making an impact right away. No fluff. Just practical guidance and a smarter way to approach security.

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