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Fractional CISO

A fractional CISO is a senior cybersecurity executive who provides security strategy, risk management, and compliance oversight on a part-time basis. They lead security programs, manage incident response, and guide companies through SOC 2, ISO 27001, and other compliance frameworks, typically at $7,000 to $18,000 per month.

$7K-$18K
monthly retainer range
Source: US market, 2026
91%
of breaches start with social engineering
Source: Verizon DBIR, 2025
10 mo.
avg. engagement length
Source: Industry data
40-65%
cost savings vs full-time
Source: Multiple studies

Cost quick reference

A Fractional CISO in the US typically costs $7,000-$18,000/month depending on scope, seniority, and geography.

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