Expert Cybersecurity Leadership. On Demand. Without the Overhead
Our Virtual CISO service delivers certified cybersecurity leadership to design and maintain security programs aligned with SEBI CSCRF, RBI, ISO 27001 and CERT-In.
Overview
Senior cybersecurity expertise without the cost of a full-time CISO
With SEBI’s CSCRF strengthening cybersecurity governance in India’s securities market, regulated entities must demonstrate board-level accountability, maintain ISO 27001 compliance and involve independent cybersecurity expertise. Our Virtual CISO service provides certified cybersecurity leadership on a flexible engagement model, helping organizations meet regulatory expectations without the cost and operational burden of a full-time CISO.
Your trusted cybersecurity adviser across every critical function
Our vCISO engagement covers the full spectrum of cybersecurity leadership responsibilities from policy design and risk management through to regulatory compliance and board-level reporting.
Security Governance & Risk Management
Design and implementation of a comprehensive security governance framework including risk assessment, policy development, control implementation and periodic review-aligned with SEBI CSCRF, ISO 27001 and RBI guidelines.
Regulatory Compliance Management
End-to-end compliance management across all applicable mandates-SEBI CSCRF, RBI guidelines, ISO 27001, CERT-In requirements and NCIIPC directives. Includes structured compliance reporting in SEBI-prescribed formats and submission support.
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Cyber Incident Response Planning
Development and testing of a comprehensive Cyber Incident Response Plan-including tabletop exercises, escalation protocols and regulatory incident reporting procedures aligned with SEBI's Incident Response Management requirements.
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Policy Framework Design & Enforcement
Design, documentation and enforcement of a complete cybersecurity policy framework-covering data classification, access controls, third-party risk management and employee security awareness, aligned with the CSCRF's governance and protection functions.
Board-Level Reporting
Clear, actionable cybersecurity insights presented to your board and senior management-translating technical risk posture into business language that enables informed decision-making on cybersecurity investment and governance priorities.
24/7 Advisory & Threat Intelligence Support
On-demand advisory for incidents, regulatory queries and risk escalations-available around the clock. Threat intelligence briefings keep your leadership informed of emerging risks relevant to the Indian financial services sector.
Why vCISO
Four compelling reasons to engage vCISO
Cost-Effective Expertise
Senior certified CISO-level leadership at a fraction of full-time cost-governance and risk management included as standard.
Instant Access to Certified Professionals
Certified cybersecurity professionals with deep BFSI expertise-deployed immediately, no recruitment, no onboarding, no knowledge gap.
Compliance-Driven Approach
Compliance built exclusively for Indian financial markets-SEBI CSCRF, RBI, ISO 27001, CERT-In and NCIIPC-audit-ready, always.
Scalable and Flexible Engagement
Tailored engagement across all RE categories-from periodic advisory for small REs to full CISO-equivalent leadership for Qualified REs.
Why SecMark
We are exclusively BFSI. Our vCISO professionals bring direct familiarity with SEBI inspections, NSE and BSE audits and capital market compliance delivering leadership fluent in both boardroom strategy and regulatory expectations.
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CERT-In Empanelled Organisation
ISO 27001 Aligned Practice
CISA, CISM, CISSP Certified Professionals
Dedicated BFSI Cybersecurity Practice
SEBI, RBI and CERT-In Regulatory Expertise
24/7 Incident Response and Advisory Support
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