Virtual CISO (vCISO) Australia
A Virtual CISO is a senior, independent cybersecurity executive who leads your security strategy, compliance and risk on a part-time basis — without the $250,000–$400,000 cost of a full-time hire. Led by founder Ken Armitt, 27 years in security.
Senior, independent cybersecurity leadership on demand. A Virtual CISO (vCISO) gives your organisation CISO-level strategy, compliance and risk oversight — without the cost or commitment of a full-time executive.
A Virtual CISO is an experienced cybersecurity executive who leads your security function on a flexible, part-time basis — setting strategy, owning compliance, managing risk, and reporting to your board or executive. You get the judgement and accountability of a Chief Information Security Officer, scaled to what your organisation actually needs.
Cost
A full-time CISO in Australia costs $250,000–$400,000+ plus on-costs. A vCISO delivers senior leadership for a fraction of that.
Speed
Senior capability immediately — no 3–6 month executive search.
Independence
We lead and assess; we don't resell security products, so our advice serves you, not a vendor.
Flexibility
Scale up for a project or audit, down for steady-state — no lock-in.
Government departments and agencies, local councils, financial-services and insurance entities, healthcare and NDIS providers, critical infrastructure, education, and SaaS / technology companies — across every state and territory.
Led by a founder with 27 years across cybersecurity, SaaS, fintech, payments and government-facing systems. We provide leadership and assurance, not a product catalogue — which is exactly what gives our findings weight with boards, auditors and regulators.
How much does a Virtual CISO cost in Australia?
Far less than a full-time CISO ($250k–$400k+). vCISO engagements are typically a monthly retainer or day rate, scaled to your scope and obligations.
Can a vCISO work with our existing IT team or MSP?
Yes — we provide the security leadership and governance layer above your in-house team or provider, giving independent oversight and accountability.
How quickly can you start?
Quickly — typically within days, beginning with a confidential discovery call and an initial risk picture.
Senior, accountable security leadership on a month-to-month retainer. Final fee confirmed in writing after a short scoping call — no hourly billing.
On the ground in Sydney, Melbourne & Brisbane
Same or next-business-day on-site, from our own offices:
Virtual CISO Sydney · Virtual CISO Melbourne · Virtual CISO Brisbane
Get senior security leadership without the full-time cost.
Book a confidential call or see our government & council services. Confidential, and no obligation.