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What Is a vCISO? (And How Much Does One Cost in 2026)

A vCISO is the security leadership function of a CISO delivered as a service — without the $300K salary. Here is what a vCISO actually does, who needs one, and what it costs in 2026.

Menachem TaumanJune 11, 2026

$Split scene contrasting a strategic fractional CISO with a 24/7 MSSP security operations center$

Cybersecurity Strategy8 min read

Fractional CISO vs MSSP: Which One Actually Helps With Strategy?

A fractional CISO and an MSSP solve different problems — one leads strategy, the other runs operations. Here is a side-by-side comparison, when you need each, and when you need both.

Scott M. JonaszJune 11, 2026

MSP Services9 min read

vCISO Pricing in 2026: What MSPs Should Charge (And How to Make It Profitable)

Most MSPs price vCISO services wrong — either undercharging or scaring clients with enterprise rates. Here's the framework-based pricing model that works in 2026, and how one consultant can profitably manage 30 clients.

Menachem TaumanMay 11, 2026

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