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Virtual CISO

Board-level security leadership without the overhead

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Cost-effective, flexible, and trustworthy guidance for your information security and risk management.

Virtual CISO support that shapes stronger security strategies

Whether you lack the in-house expertise, face complex infrastructure, or can’t justify a full-time CISO, Kocho’s Virtual CISOs provide the trusted security leadership you need.

We help you identify vulnerabilities, define clear strategies, and meet compliance obligations to strengthen defences and protect your reputation.

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Lead with confidence

Gain board-level oversight and guidance from experienced security leaders focused on business outcomes.

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Reduce risk exposure

Identify vulnerabilities, prioritise remediation, and build a stronger foundation for security and compliance.

Stay compliant and prepared

Ensure governance, certification, and response plans meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.

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Strategic expertise

Navigate security leadership with confidence

Our qualified CISOs combine more than 20+ years’ experience in setting up risk frameworks, cyber incident plans, and effectively mitigating cyber risk.

  • Establish a clear and effective security strategy
  • Simplify complex security and regulatory demands
  • Deliver clear board-level reporting and direction
  • Gain objective guidance from experienced professionals
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A vCISO brings the expertise of a mature professional without the overhead costs of a full-time executive.

The Cyber Security Review

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Instant impact. Flexible cost

Security leadership that scales with your business

When board-level security expertise is needed but a full-time post cannot be justified, a fractional CISO model delivers rapid results and lasting value.

  • Deliver instant impact and build cyber confidence
  • Control costs and scale as your business grows
  • Access expert leadership without hiring overheads
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Robust risk management

Raise security standards and minimise business risk

From third-party validation and training, to penetration testing and breach response plans. Our virtual CISOs leave no stone unturned.

  • Third-party and supplier due diligence and compliance
  • Regular penetration testing and pro-active remediation
  • Technology planning and assurance
  • Internal staff cyber awareness and training
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The vCISO service was needed to articulate the threats and risks at board level as well as across the various business silos.

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Liontrust

Our Virtual CISO service

What’s in it for you?

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Board level security leadership

Regular oversight, review and reporting of your organisation’s information security practices and technology implementation.

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Risk Management

Pro-active identification of vulnerabilities and high risks. And delivery of actionable recommendations for proactive threat management.

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Secure governance

Ensure that your cyber security practices, supply-chain due diligence, and certification comply with industry standards.

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External validation

Unbiased expertise challenges internal security assumptions & boosts effectiveness of your risk management activities.

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Breach Management

Providing advice and guidance on appropriate handling of breaches and cybersecurity incidents.

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Flexible Expertise

Make an immediate impact, with security expertise that scales with your business, without the need for a full-time resource.

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Scale up your security leadership

Mitigate risk and ensure compliance with flexible vCISO support

Speak to us about a tailored vCISO package built around your organisation.

  • Flexible, fractional, or retained vCISO options
  • Expert guidance aligned to your business objectives
  • Practical leadership that delivers measurable results
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Case studies

Who we've helped

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