Need help managing your cybersecurity risk?
Gain the strategic guidance of a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) without hiring a full-time executive. Our Virtual CISO (vCISO) services provide Sydney businesses with expert cybersecurity leadership, risk management, and compliance oversight.
A Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) is your on-demand cybersecurity expert, delivering the leadership and strategic guidance of a full-time CISO, but without the hefty cost. Working flexibly on a part-time or project basis, a vCISO helps businesses develop robust security strategies, manage risks, ensure regulatory compliance, and respond swiftly to cyber incidents -all tailored to your unique needs.
With 81% of Australian businesses already employing a CISO and another 11% planning to hire one soon, it’s clear that top-tier cybersecurity leadership is no longer optional, it’s essential. As cyber threats grow increasingly sophisticated and frequent, according to Australia’s Annual Cyber Threat Report, businesses of all sizes face rising risks.
Every Week You Wait, Your Risk Grows Exponentially. Secure your business today with a vCISO.
Many SMEs struggle with limited cybersecurity expertise, high costs of in-house CISO, and the financial and reputational damage from potential security incidents. Conformity pressures, complex regulations, and the challenge of aligning security with business goals only add to the burden.
A Virtual CISO (vCISO) solves these problems by delivering executive-level cybersecurity leadership on a flexible, cost-effective basis, providing strategic guidance, risk management, and regulatory compliance agreement tailored to your business. With a vCISO, Sydney your businesses gain proactive protection against threats, minimise financial and operational risks, and integrate security seamlessly into your growth strategy.
Boost your organisation’s cybersecurity without the cost of a full-time CISO. Our vCISO delivers executive-level leadership, proactive risk management, and strategic guidance.
Cybersecurity Strategy & Roadmap
We architect a forward-thinking security strategy aligned with your business objectives, enabling scalable protection and well-informed technology investment, and decisions to protect your organisation today and prepare for tomorrow.
Risk Assessment & Management
We thoroughly assess your digital environment to identify vulnerabilities, evaluate threat impact, and implement effective mitigation controls. Our proactive approach reduces business exposure and keeps cyber risks under control.
Compliance & Regulatory Oversight
We guide your organisation through complex cybersecurity standards and legal requirements. From Essential Eight to ISO 27001, we help you maintain accordance, avoid penalties, and establish strong governance and accountability.
Security Policies & Framework Development
We create and refine cybersecurity policies and operating procedures that support safe user behaviour and strong governance. These frameworks ensure consistent protection and foster a security-first culture across your workforce.
Security Awareness & Training
We deliver targeted training and security workshops to improve employee decision-making & awareness. By reducing human error, phishing success & unsafe practices, we help transform your team into a powerful first line of cyber defence.
Penetration Testing & Vulnerability Assessment
We conduct ethical hacking and ongoing vulnerability scans to detect exploitable weaknesses before attackers do. Continuous monitoring ensures risks are mitigated early, strengthening your defence against emerging threats.
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Investing in a Virtual CISO (vCISO) provides your business with strategic cybersecurity leadership without the cost of a full-time executive. Here’s how your organisation benefits:
Acquire access to hands-on cybersecurity professionals with experience in managing complex security programs, regulatory compliance, and incident response – the same expert-level expertise as a full-time CISO.
Be prepared for anything attackers throw your way with our continuous monitoring, actionable risk management, and strategic improvements that boost resilience, reduce downtime, and keep your business protected.
Avoid costly breaches, downtime, and legal risks with our expert approach. We proactively detect risks and implement preventive security measures long before threats can harm your systems or reputation.
Maximise value with the right technology, not more technology. We provide access to industry-leading security technologies and proactive protection to keep your business secure and compliant always.
Without skilled users, even the most modern security solutions will fail. Our vCISO offers thorough awareness and practical training, allowing your team to serve as your organisation’s first line of defence.
Make smarter security decisions with ongoing guidance to leadership, from conformity and budgeting to policy development and vendor management, ensuring cyber strategy aligns seamlessly with business growth.
Gain a dedicated, trusted extension of your leadership team, focused solely on safeguarding your organisation and enabling sustainable growth.
Security That Scales with You
We develop a multi-year security roadmap that adapts to new market goals, technologies, and new compliance requirements, ensuring your security investment is always a strategic enabler of your growth.
Local Business Focus
As a local security service provider, we provide clarity on local mandates, such as data retention restrictions & notification obligations, allowing you to confidently traverse complex regulatory environments.
Rapid Incident Response
We ensure you have a tested, battle-ready incident response plan in place, ensuring swift, decisive action to minimise downtime, contain incidents, and restore business continuity quickly and effectively.
Compliance-Ready from Day One
We align your security program with globally recognised standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST) or local requirements (e.g. ACSC Essential 8), building the necessary policies, controls, and documentation proactively.
Full Confidentiality & Trust
We operate under strict non-disclosure and ethical guidelines. We offer objective, technology-agnostic recommendations, making sure your security investments truly serve your business’s best interests.
A full-time CISO is a permanent executive hired to manage your organisation’s cybersecurity program, while a Virtual CISO (vCISO) provides the same expertise on a flexible, outsourced basis. vCISOs offer strategic guidance, risk management, compliance oversight, and incident response planning without the cost of a full-time executive.
The cost of a vCISO varies based on your organisation’s size, complexity, and required services. Typically, vCISO services are more cost-effective than hiring a full-time CISO, providing enterprise-level expertise on a subscription or project basis. Contact us for a tailored quote based on your needs.
Businesses of all sizes that want senior-level cybersecurity expertise without the cost of a full-time hire can benefit from a Virtual CISO. This includes startups, SMEs, and larger organisations seeking compliance support, risk management, and strategic security guidance.
A vCISO oversees your organisation’s entire cybersecurity strategy, including risk assessment, incident response planning, policy development, compliance management, vendor oversight, team training, and ongoing security program improvement.
vCISOs can work both onsite and remotely. We provide flexible engagement models depending on your organisation’s needs, ensuring seamless integration with your team while maintaining strategic oversight and rapid incident response capabilities.
Binary IT partners with organisations across industries, including finance, healthcare, professional services, non-profit, and technology. We work with businesses of all sizes, from startups and SMEs to large enterprises, helping them strengthen security, achieve compliance, and reduce cyber risks.
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