CyberShield CSC

  Hiring a  Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO)  provides organizations with affordable expertise and strategic direction in cybersecurity without the expenses associated with hiring a full-time CISO. Employing a full-time Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) may not be financially feasible, but the evolving threat landscape does not take budget limitations into account. This is where a Virtual CISO (vCISO) can be beneficial. A vCISO provides on-demand executive-level cybersecurity guidance, assisting you in establishing a robust security framework, ensuring compliance with regulations such as HIPAA or GDPR, and enhancing your security measures as your business expands, all without the expense of a full-time position. What Is a Virtual CISO (vCISO) and How Does It Work? A Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) is a cybersecurity specialist or team that offers strategic advice to your organization in a remote and adaptable manner. The risks ...

  According to reports, cybercriminals are able to infiltrate 93% of companies within an average of two days. In the third quarter of 2022 alone, approximately 150 million data records were compromised. According to IBM, data breaches cost companies an average of $4.88 million in 2024, which marked an all-time high. Organizations are becoming more dependent on data systems like cloud computing and remote work to remain competitive in today’s business environment. Although this reliance on data benefits companies, it simultaneously exposes businesses, their customers, and third-party vendors to heightened cybersecurity threats, including data breaches. A firm’s reaction to a data breach can significantly impact its liability, reputation, and operational continuity following a cyber incident. Common Reasons for Data Breaches To grasp the consequences of a data breach , it’s helpful to examine some of the primary causes of data leaks and breaches. Many organizations underestimate the ...