vCISO Insights

vCISO monthly retainers, hourly rates, and what it costs vs a full-time CISO. Real 2026 figures for US and EU startups.

A vCISO provides executive-level security leadership on a fractional basis, covering compliance, risk management, and enterprise sales support without a full-time hire.

vCISO services typically cost $3,000-$10,000/month for startups. Here's the full breakdown by pricing model, company size, and market.