Virtual CISO (vCISO) Services in Australia
Intrix provides virtual CISO services to Australian organisations on a fractional engagement model. Deliverables include a security strategy, risk register, board-level reporting, policy framework, vendor oversight, and incident response coordination. Suitable for organisations that require CISO-level leadership without a full-time hire.
Your On-Demand Strategic Security Partner
Our Virtual CISO solution provides flexible, cost-effective access to seasoned cybersecurity executives who deliver strategic leadership, risk management oversight, and compliance guidance on a part-time or project basis
Strategic Security Program Development & Management
Align security goals with business needs and guide program delivery
Comprehensive Risk Management
Leading risk assessment activities, developing risk treatment plans, and establishing ongoing risk monitoring
Compliance & Regulatory Oversight
Guide organisations through compliance & audit processes (ISO 27001, SOC 2, DSS, GDPR, HIPAA)
Incident Response & Crisis Management Leadership
Develop and test response plans, lead during incidents, and manage reviews
Security Architecture & Technology Guidance
Advising on security technologies, architecture design, and vendor selection
Board & Executive Communication
Translating complex security issues into business terms and providing regular updates and strategic recommendations to leadership
Our vCISO Packages – Tailored for Your Organisation's Journey
Progressive levels of support that mirror your organisation’s growth in security maturity, from foundational compliance to comprehensive strategic leadership.
Seed Package
Compliance Foundation
$2,500 /month
Focus: Establishing Compliance
Target: Startups, SMBs new to compliance
Ideal For: Achieving first compliance certification, establishing basic security
Basic risk assessment guidance and framework introduction
Creation of a compliance roadmap
Guidance on selecting and preparing for first audits
Sprout Package
Compliance & Security Enhancement
$4,500 /month
Focus: Strengthening Security & Maturing Compliance
Target: Growing businesses, maturing security programs
Ideal For: Improving security posture beyond basic compliance, managing growing operational risks
All services in the Seed package
Security architecture review and recommendations
Vulnerability management program oversight and guidance
Support for ongoing compliance monitoring and evidence collection
Enhanced risk management processes
Sapling Package
Comprehensive Leadership
$7,500 /month
Focus: Strategic GRC, Security & Privacy Program Leadership
Target: Mature orgs, highly regulated industries
Ideal For: Sustaining advanced compliance, embedding security & privacy into business strategy, complex environments
All services in the Sprout package
Implementation and management of advanced GRC frameworks
Data privacy program development and management (GDPR, CCPA)
Comprehensive third-party risk management program
vCISO Service Packages Comparison
Feature / Service Area
Seed Package
Sprout Package
Sapling Package
Primary Focus
Establishing Compliance
Strengthening Security & Maturing Compliance
Strategic GRC, Security & Privacy Program Leadership
Compliance Management
Gap assessments, roadmap creation
Ongoing compliance monitoring, audit preparation
Advanced GRC framework implementation, privacy program management
Security Strategy & Risk Mgmt.
Basic risk assessment guidance, foundational policy development
Security architecture review, vulnerability management oversight
Comprehensive risk management, strategic threat intelligence integration
Incident Response
Basic IR plan guidance
IR plan development & testing support
Crisis management leadership, advanced IR plan refinement
Reporting & Advisory
Ad-hoc advice, initial assessment reports
Regular status updates, tactical recommendations
Regular board-level reporting, continuous strategic advisory
Benefits of Our vCISO Services
Cost-Effective Expertise
Access to C-suite level cybersecurity leadership at a fraction of the cost of a full-time CISO.
Accelerated Compliance & Enhanced Security Posture
Expert guidance streamlines the path to achieving certifications and demonstrably improves security defenses.
Flexible & Scalable Engagement
Services tailored to your specific needs and budget, easily scaled up or down as your organisation evolves.
Unbiased, Objective Strategic Direction
An external perspective free from internal organisational politics, focused solely on your security and compliance goals.
How much does a virtual CISO cost?
Intrix vCISO engagements start from $2,500 AUD per month for small organisations with narrow scope, up to $7,500+ per month for complex mid-market engagements with board reporting and multi-framework compliance obligations. This compares favourably with a full-time CISO total employment cost of $350,000–$450,000 per annum in Australia.
Can a vCISO present to our board?
Yes. Board and executive reporting is a core deliverable. Your Intrix vCISO prepares board papers in plain language — translating technical risk into business terms — and can attend board or audit committee meetings to present findings and answer questions directly.
Is a vCISO the same as a security consultant?
No. A consultant delivers a defined project and disengages. A vCISO takes ongoing strategic ownership of your security programme, participates in leadership governance, and is accountable for programme outcomes over time.
What is the minimum engagement term?
Intrix vCISO engagements are structured as 12-month programmes. Month-to-month extensions are available after the initial term.
Do you work with organisations that already have an internal IT team?
Yes. The vCISO sits above the IT function in the security governance hierarchy — providing strategic direction that the IT team executes. This is a complementary relationship, not a competing one.
Which industries do you work with?
Intrix vCISO clients operate across financial services, professional services, healthcare, aged care, legal, construction, and critical infrastructure.
How long does it take to get a security strategy?
In our experience, organisations receive their first version security strategy within six to eight weeks of engagement commencement.
Ready to Strengthen Your Security Posture?
Don’t wait for a security incident to take action. Our cybersecurity experts are ready to assess your current security posture and develop a comprehensive protection strategy tailored to your organisation’s unique needs.