All the advantages of an experienced CISO at a fraction of the cost.
Secure your business against cyber threats with Aegister's virtual CISO service.
Strengthen you business security with an expert vCISO
Aegister’s Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) is a highly skilled expert who provides the same strategic guidance and expertise as an in-house CISO. This service helps your team conduct a thorough assessment of your current security posture, identify and prioritize risks, implement best practices, and stay constantly informed about emerging threats and evolving trends in the cybersecurity landscape.
With Aegister’s vCISO, you gain a strategic partner for safeguarding business data, significantly reducing cybersecurity risks and ensuring the resilience of your digital infrastructure.
A Virtual CISO Can Be Especially Valuable For:
SMEs
that lack the resources to hire a full-time CISO
Companies in Regulated Industries
that require specialized expertise
Fast-Growing Companies
that need a flexible solution to address new challenges
Organizations
looking to strengthen their cybersecurity posture
Why Choose It
Remediation Plan Execution Monitoring
A Virtual CISO constantly monitors threats to corporate security, identifies vulnerabilities, and prevents cyberattacks. This proactive approach ensures the company remains protected, reducing operational risks and maintaining data integrity.
Specialized Expertise
A Virtual CISO provides the same expertise as a full-time CISO, but without the costs associated with permanent hiring. This flexible approach allows companies to receive high-level consulting and protection tailored to their needs and budget.
Regulatory Compliance
With a Virtual CISO, the company ensures compliance with cybersecurity regulations, reducing the risk of penalties and protecting its reputation. This service helps prevent breaches and maintain customer trust.
Reputation Protection
A Virtual CISO helps safeguard your corporate reputation through proactive cybersecurity management, preventing incidents that could harm your brand image and customer trust.
How Our vCISO Works
With our vCISO service, we guide your organization through every phase of cybersecurity - from planning to implementation - to ensure your vision becomes a secure reality.
Assess
The process begins with an assessment phase using questionnaires and internal analysis to understand your current security status.
Strategize
A strategic roadmap is developed to enhance cybersecurity and address the identified risks.
Improve
We work with you daily to achieve and maintain the level of security and compliance your organization requires.
vCISO Plans
Your vCISO works with Cyber Console
Aegister's Virtual CISO operates directly on the Cyber Console to manage controls, tasks and documentation for your business in a transparent and measurable way.
DiscoverVirtual CISO Insights
Guides and insights on the Virtual CISO role and cybersecurity leadership for businesses.
03 Jun 2025
DORA Implementation in Italy: A New Era for Financial Cyber Resilience
Italy transposes the EU's Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) with new obligations for financial institutions on ICT risk, incident response, and oversight. Here's what changes.
26 May 2025
NIS 2: Basic Security Measures Defined by ACN for Essential and Important Entities
The Italian Cybersecurity Agency (ACN) has published baseline security measures for entities under NIS 2, with operational deadlines and flexibility clauses to ease adoption.
20 Apr 2025
The Role of a Virtual CISO: Why Your Business Might Need One
A guide to understanding the benefits of a Virtual CISO and how they strengthen cybersecurity posture.
20 Mar 2025
vCISO by Aegister: Strategic Cybersecurity Without the Full-Time Cost
Aegister's vCISO offers strategic cybersecurity leadership tailored to your business without the full-time cost of a traditional CISO.
10 Jun 2024
Aegister project funded under Campania Region grant
Aegister S.p.A. has received funding for a cybersecurity project aimed at high-risk SMEs. The project is currently in progress and focuses on developing cybersecurity solutions tailored to these businesses.
Virtual CISO Frequently Asked Questions
A Virtual CISO (vCISO) is a cybersecurity expert who provides strategic leadership to your company without the costs of a full-time hire. Aegister's vCISO manages cyber strategy, regulatory compliance (NIS2, DORA, ISO 27001) and risk mitigation.
A traditional CISO is a full-time internal executive with high annual costs (salary, benefits, training). A Virtual CISO offers the same strategic and operational expertise at a fraction of the cost, with the flexibility to scale the service based on business needs.
Aegister's vCISO service is ideal for SMBs and organizations that need expert cybersecurity leadership but don't have the budget for a full-time CISO. It's particularly useful for companies subject to NIS2, DORA or pursuing ISO 27001 certification.
The service includes: security posture assessment, cyber strategy definition, regulatory compliance support, risk management, security controls supervision via Cyber Console, board reporting and staff training.