CISO as a Service

When Do You Need CISO as a Service?

CISO as a Service provides expert security leadership, including strategy, governance, and regulatory compliance. Ideal for companies navigating NIS2, DORA, and growing compliance requirements without an internal CISO. We provide security roadmaps, governance frameworks, and audit guidance to strengthen defences and ensure regulatory compliance.
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Gabrielius Vinciūnas
Head of Information Security
Vitalis Kavaliauskas
Chief Technology Officer

CISO as a Service Benefits

Strategic cyber security leadership

Access experienced external CISO leadership to guide security governance, define a clear security roadmap, and support board-level reporting and decision-making.

Accelerated compliance

An outsourced CISO helps fast-track NIS2, DORA, and ISO 27001 readiness through structured compliance planning and audit preparation.

Stronger risk management

Improve visibility and control through risk assessments, vulnerability management, incident response readiness, and security maturity evaluations.

Improved operational efficiency

Reduce internal workload and costs by embedding an external CISO who coordinates security activities and streamlines day-to-day security operations.

Scope of CISO Services

Security strategy development

An external CISO defines your security roadmap, sets up governance frameworks, and supports strategic planning with clear board and executive reporting.

Risk & maturity assessments

An outsourced CISO conducts risk, gap, and maturity assessments and develops practical remediation plans to strengthen your security posture.

Compliance & audit support

Structured support for NIS2, DORA, and ISO 27001, including audit documentation and alignment with Bank of Lithuania and EBA expectations.

Security policy & documentation development

Development and maintenance of security policies, procedures, and ISMS documentation aligned with regulatory and business needs.

Incident response

Planning and oversight of incident response, vulnerability management, and crisis communication to reduce impact and recovery time.

Operational security oversight

Ongoing oversight of business continuity and disaster recovery to ensure resilience across critical operations.

How CISO as a Service Works

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Flexible engagement

Choose a retainer-based, part-time, full-time, or on-demand external CISO model that fits your organisation’s needs and scale.
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Tailored onboarding

The outsourced CISO completes an initial assessment, conducts stakeholder interviews, and reviews existing security controls and documentation.
03

Scoping

Clear definition of responsibilities, workload, and ISMS coverage to align expectations and priorities from the start.

04

Gap analysis

A structured assessment to identify security, risk, and compliance gaps that require immediate or planned action.

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Roadmap creation

A practical 1-3 year security roadmap aligned with business goals, defined risks, and regulatory requirements.

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Continuous leadership & advisory

Ongoing external CISO leadership providing day-to-day guidance, executive advisory, and continuous security improvement.

Industries We Work With

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Banking & finance

Banks & credit institutions
Payment institutions & Electronic Money Institutions
Insurance companies
Investment firms
Crypto-asset service providers

Government & public

Central & local government bodies
Public agencies
Regulatory authorities
Public service providers

Logistics

Logistics operators
Supply chain providers
Freight & fleet management companies
Warehousing providers

Telecoms

Telecoms operators
Network service providers
Internet & connectivity providers
Digital communications platforms

Aviation

Airlines
Airports
Aviation service providers
Air traffic & operational systems providers

Automotive

Vehicle manufacturers
OEMs
Tier 1 & Tier 2 suppliers
Connected vehicle & mobility service providers

Why Baltic Amadeus

Certified security experts.

Strong regulatory and compliance expertise.

Proven security frameworks.

Certifications

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ISO 27001
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CISM
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CISA
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CISSP
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FAQ

What does the service cost?

Costs depend on the engagement model, scope, and level of involvement, with external CISO services typically priced as a monthly retainer or on-demand support.

How can CISO-as-a-Service help with compliance?

An external CISO supports regulatory readiness by aligning controls with frameworks such as NIS2, DORA, and ISO 27001, and guiding audit preparation and documentation.

What does an external CISO do?

An external CISO defines security strategy, oversees risk and compliance, advises leadership, and coordinates security activities across the organisation.

Related Services

NIS2 Compliance

DORA Compliance

Security Assessment

Let’s talk about your project

Starting something new or need support for an existing project? Reach out, and our experts will get back to you within one business day.

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