Fractional CISO

Enterprise Security Leadership.
Without the Enterprise Price Tag.

A battle-tested Chief Information Security Officer embedded in your leadership team — driving strategy, compliance, and risk posture.

Most professional services firms can’t justify a $300K–$400K full-time CISO. Our Fractional CISO model gives you the same executive-level expertise on a part-time engagement — accountable for outcomes, not hours.

80% cost savings vs. full-time CISO
Active in 2 weeks
SOC 2 · ISO 27001 · HIPAA · CMMC
Microsoft 365 specialists

When do you need a Fractional CISO?

You need security leadership — not just security tools — when:

Clients are asking for proof

Enterprise clients, government agencies, and regulated industry partners now require SOC 2, ISO 27001, or HIPAA compliance before signing. You need a CISO to get there and stay there.

You’ve had a security incident

A breach, phishing attack, or ransomware event revealed gaps in your program. We rebuild your security posture, demonstrate resilience to clients, and prevent recurrence.

Compliance is blocking revenue

You’re losing RFPs because you can’t answer the security questionnaire. A Fractional CISO builds the program, generates the evidence, and gets you audit-ready fast.

You’re growing and exposed

More employees, more vendors, more client data — but no one owns your security strategy. We build and operate the security program that keeps pace with your growth.

Your security program, end to end.

Everything a professional services firm needs to protect client data, satisfy compliance requirements, and win contracts that demand enterprise-grade security.

Security Strategy & Roadmap

A prioritized, board-ready security roadmap aligned to your business goals, risk tolerance, and compliance requirements — built for your firm, not copied from a template.

Compliance Program Leadership

Own your SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, or CMMC compliance journey from gap assessment through audit readiness. We lead the program so your team doesn’t have to.

Risk Assessment & Management

Identify, quantify, and prioritize your real risks. Annual assessments, third-party vendor reviews, and an ongoing risk register your leadership can act on.

Policy & Controls Development

A complete library of security policies, standards, and procedures written for how your firm actually operates — not copy-pasted from a generic framework.

Incident Response Planning

Develop and test your incident response plan before you need it. Tabletop exercises, playbooks, and clear escalation paths so your team knows exactly what to do.

Executive & Board Reporting

Regular security briefings your leadership can act on. Risk dashboards, KPIs, and board-level presentations that translate security into business language.

Vendor & Third-Party Risk

Evaluate the security posture of your vendors, subcontractors, and technology partners. Questionnaires, SLA reviews, and ongoing third-party monitoring.

Security Awareness Training

Build a security culture across your firm. Role-based training programs, phishing simulations, and measurable awareness metrics that satisfy auditor requirements.

Microsoft 365 Security Posture

Powered by WaypointX — we assess and harden your M365 environment (Entra ID, Defender, Purview, Intune) against CIS and NIST benchmarks. Controls aren’t just documented — they’re automated.

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From day one to audit-ready.

Structured. Fast. No drag.

Weeks 1–2: Discovery & Assessment

We assess your current security posture, compliance gaps, and risk exposure. You get a clear picture of where you stand and what needs to happen first.

Weeks 3–4: Strategy & Roadmap

A prioritized security roadmap, program charter, and 12-month plan — aligned to your budget, team, and compliance goals.

Months 2–3: Program Build-Out

Policies, procedures, vendor reviews, training programs, and technical controls — built and implemented alongside your team.

Month 4+: Ongoing CISO Leadership

Monthly retainer covering risk management, compliance maintenance, incident response readiness, and executive reporting.

When Ready: Audit & Certification

We manage your SOC 2 or ISO 27001 audit process end-to-end — liaising with auditors so your team stays focused on the business.

👉 First deliverable in 30 days. No long assessments. No sales theater.

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What changes with a Fractional CISO

First 30 Days
  • Clear picture of your security risks and compliance gaps
  • Leadership aligned on security priorities
  • Immediate action plan for highest-risk items
By 60 Days
  • Security program documented and operational
  • Compliance roadmap scoped and underway
  • Vendor risks identified and tracked
By 90 Days
  • Answering client security questionnaires with confidence
  • On track for SOC 2 or ISO 27001 audit
  • Security as a competitive advantage, not a liability
👉 See if a Fractional CISO is right for your firm

Built for professional services firms.

If your clients, contracts, or regulators are asking about your security program, you need a CISO.

Law Firms

Protect client confidentiality, satisfy bar association cybersecurity guidelines, and win corporate clients who audit your security before signing.

Accounting & CPA Firms

Meet IRS Safeguards Rules, protect client financial data, and satisfy SOC 2 requirements for firms handling sensitive tax and audit information.

Healthcare Practices

Navigate HIPAA Security Rule requirements, manage BAA obligations, and build the security program that protects patient data and your practice.

Consulting & Advisory Firms

Win enterprise contracts that require SOC 2 or ISO 27001. Show your clients that their data is safe in your hands — and prove it with a certification.

Government Contractors

Meet CMMC, FedRAMP, and NIST 800-171 requirements to qualify for federal contracts and maintain your clearances and certifications.

Technology & SaaS Companies

Build security into your product and company from the ground up. Satisfy enterprise buyer security questionnaires and achieve SOC 2 Type II.

Stop Losing Contracts Over Security Gaps.

Book a 30-minute strategy call with our CISO team. We’ll assess where you stand, identify your highest-priority gaps, and outline a clear path to compliance — at no cost.

Waypoint Tech Advisors delivers:

  • Embedded CISO leadership — not a checkbox consultant
  • SOC 2 & ISO 27001 programs that actually get certified
  • Compliance automation powered by WaypointX + Microsoft 365

👉 Get started with a simple conversation.

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