The explosive growth of cybercrime forces businesses of all sizes to dedicate more resources to IT security and compliance. Even if money is no object, businesses are faced with a global shortage of skilled cybersecurity experts, creating a demand for innovative solutions. This is where the concept of a virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) comes in. A vCISO is a security professional or group of security professionals contracted to provide support in creating, maintaining, and updating an organization’s security posture, but with an as-needed involvement structure, and at a much cheaper cost than a full-time Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). Increasing salaries of security professionals and worsening cybercrime continue to push small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) further behind in maintaining a strong security posture. For many SMBs, working with a vCISO can enhance security and regulatory compliance, protect data, and foster a culture of security awareness at a fraction of the cost.