Security News > 2024 > August > How MSPs and MSSPs offer vCISO services with skilled CISOs in short supply
A new eBook by Cynomi, "What does it take to be a full-fledged Virtual CISO?" lays out exactly how service providers can easily, rapidly, and economically expand their vCISO service offerings to cover the entire range of duties.
To operate successfully at a C-level and under - and stand the interplay between IT and business, a knowledge of business is essential - some CISOs even possess an MBA. CISO shortage fuels SMB demand for vCISO services.
These services are especially attractive to MSPs and MSSPs as they address a growing need from their SMB clients for proactive cyber resilience while offering the potential to grow recurring revenues.
Many vendors offering vCISO services also claim that providing these services enhances their customer intimacy allowing them direct contact with customers' top management.
Where will the MSP/MSSP find qualified, experienced and affordable personnel that can fulfill the role? Alternatively, how can they scale their vCISO services without having to add yet more resources?
vCISO platforms enable service providers to deliver a complete range of vCISO services.