What is a vCISO / external ISB

A virtual CISO (Chief Information Security Officer) or external Information Security Officer (ISB) is an external expert who takes responsibility for your information security strategy – without being permanently employed internally. They advise management, identify risks, develop security measures, and support implementation – tailored to your industry, processes, and regulatory requirements.

This flexible solution is often ideal for small and medium-sized companies or start-ups in particular: you benefit from specialist knowledge without having to create an internal full-time position.

Why external?

There are many reasons to outsource the role of ISB:

  • No internal resources: Having your own CISO or ISB is not economical for many smaller companies – especially if there is no full-time need.
  • Avoiding conflicts of interest: In many organizations, responsibility for IT, data protection, and information security lies in one pair of hands – which can be problematic. An external ISB brings independent expertise and acts neutrally.
  • Growing requirements: Whether through NIS2, ISO 27001, TISAX, industry-specific standards, or customer specifications – requirements are constantly increasing.
  • Pressure from customers or partners: Business partners are increasingly demanding proof of information security, e.g., through audits, questionnaires, or certificates. We help you to systematically meet these requirements.

What kind of effort can be expected?

The scope of our involvement depends heavily on the size of your company, your industry, and your existing structures.

We work closely with you to develop a customized model – from selective support to regular assistance to complete assumption of the ISB role. Get in touch with us.

Your advantages:

  • Experienced security experts on call
  • Quick start – no long training period necessary
  • Neutrality and independence – no internal conflicts of interest
  • Consulting on an equal footing – technically sound and strategically minded
  • Development, coaching, and training of internal employees
  • Flexibly scalable – depending on the growth and maturity of your company

Information security – exactly to the extent that you need it.

Let’s talk about your challenges.

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