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Virtual & Fractional CISO Services
Gain executive-level security leadership without the full-time expense. nGuard’s Virtual and Fractional CISO services provide strategic guidance, program oversight, and expert risk management tailored to your organization’s unique needs.
Virtual & Fractional CISO Services
Executive-Level Security Expertise
nGuard provides direct access to seasoned CISOs with deep experience across multiple industries and regulatory frameworks. We bring board-level communication, executive alignment, and the ability to translate complex security issues into clear business risks.
Customizable Engagement Models
Whether your organization needs ongoing fractional leadership, temporary coverage, or advisory support for a specific initiative, nGuard tailors the engagement model to fit. From part-time leadership to project-based strategy, we deliver flexibility and expertise when you need it.
Security Program Development & Oversight
Our Virtual CISOs establish and mature your information security program by implementing risk-based strategies, aligning with frameworks like NIST and CIS Controls ensuring regulatory compliance. We oversee policy creation, third-party assessments, and incident readiness.
Risk Management & Compliance Support
nGuard helps organizations navigate the complexities of risk assessments, compliance mandates, and audit readiness. From PCI DSS to HIPAA, and CMMC, we ensure your program addresses regulatory requirements while maintaining practical and cost-effective controls.
Key Benefits of Virtual & Fractional CISO
Security Leadership That Scales With Your Business
Strategic Alignment with Business Goals
Ensure security investments and initiatives support long-term business objectives.
Regulatory & Framework Expertise
Our CISOs guide you through complex frameworks such as CIS, NIST, HIPAA, and PCI DSS
Flexible Engagement Options
Engagements are tailored to your needs: ongoing fractional leadership, interim coverage, or project-based.
Executive & Board-Level Briefing
We provide clear, business-focused reporting and presentations to keep leadership informed and engaged.
TRUSTED BY THESE BRANDS
Security Resources from nGuard
“nGuard has been a proven cybersecurity partner with us for over five years that understands our industry.”
— Joe Warling, Randolph Electric Membership Corporation
“nGuard not only does a thorough pen test, their remediation recommendations and tracking tool was a big help in addressing issues.”
— Allan Patek, Executive Director, Wisconsin Insurance Security Fund
“nGuard’s expertise in cybersecurity, their professionalism and flexibility is the reason why we hire them year after year.”
— Frank M. Furnari, Business Systems Developer, NJCRIB (New Jersey Compensation Rating & Inspection Bureau)
“The staff at nGuard are top-notch cybersecurity professionals. I find their knowledge, guidance, and expertise very helpful during our annual pen tests.”
— David Schultheis, IT Manager, Nine Network of Public Media
“nGuard’s cybersecurity and PCI expertise has been instrumental in helping us improve our cybersecurity posture.”
— Mark Krawczyk, Director of Information Privacy, Purpose Financial
“We have trusted nGuard as our primary cybersecurity consultants for 20 years. Our continued choice of and reliance on nGuard year after year is a testament to the professionalism, expertise, and exemplary service that we continue to experience.”
— Jeremy Noble, VP, Information Services, Atlantic Telephone Membership Corporation
“I have used several other large assessors in the past and I recommend nGuard above all others.”
— Scotty Westbrook, IT Director, Sampson Bladen Oil Company
“Through our long-term partnership with nGuard, we gain valuable insight from their advanced cyber-security tests.”
— Lynn Sturkie, Director of Technology Services, Lexington County
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