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The growing demand for cybersecurity and compliance services presents a great opportunity for Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) to offer virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) services—delivering high-level cybersecurity leadership without the cost of a full-time hire. However, transitioning to vCISO services is not without its challenges. Many service providers struggle with structuring, pricing, and selling these services effectively. That's why we created the Ultimate Guide to Structuring and Selling vCISO Services .  This guide, created in collaboration with Jesse Miller, a seasoned vCISO and founder of PowerPSA Consulting, offers actionable strategies to navigate these hurdles. From identifying what to offer and whom to target, to crafting compelling sales strategies, this resource provides a comprehensive roadmap for building a successful vCISO practice. Where to Begin: What to Offer and to Whom This guide outline...

As a vCISO, you are responsible for your client's cybersecurity strategy and risk governance. This incorporates multiple disciplines, from research to execution to reporting. Recently, we published a comprehensive playbook for vCISOs, "Your First 100 Days as a vCISO – 5 Steps to Success" , which covers all the phases entailed in launching a successful vCISO engagement, along with recommended actions to take, and step-by-step examples.  Following the success of the playbook and the requests that have come in from the MSP/MSSP community, we decided to drill down into specific parts of vCISO reporting and provide more color and examples. In this article, we focus on how to create compelling narratives within a report, which has a significant impact on the overall MSP/MSSP value proposition.  This article brings the highlights of a recent guided workshop we held, covering what makes a successful report and how it can be used to enhance engagement with your cyber security clien...