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.
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.
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Scoping
Clear definition of responsibilities, workload, and ISMS coverage to align expectations and priorities from the start.
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Gap analysis
A practical 1-3 year security roadmap aligned with business goals, defined risks, and regulatory requirements.
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.
