The vCISO Academy is a free, professional learning platform designed to equip service providers with the knowledge and training needed to build and expand their vCISO offerings, helping them better serve their clients and bolster cybersecurity resilience. Over 94% of service providers recognize the increasing need for vCISO services, yet, over 25% of providers report lacking the cybersecurity and compliance expertise needed to offer vCISO services. The Academy empowers MSPs and MSSPs to not only offer vCISO services confidently but also, build new revenue streams, enhance client relationships, and ensure their clients’ cybersecurity resilience. Service providers often hesitate to offer vCISO services due to the complexity of the role, which requires a combination of technical expertise, regulatory knowledge, and business strategy alignment. The latest State of the vCISO Survey (2024) which interviewed 200 senior security leaders, revealed that 94% of service providers see demand for vCISO services and 98% of service providers who don’t currently offer vCISO services plan to introduce them in the foreseeable future. This underscores the critical importance of vCISO services for MSPs and MSSPs, not just as a way to meet rising demand but also to stay competitive in a market where cybersecurity has become a business imperative. The vCISO Academy provides self-paced, hands-on learning designed to equip service providers with the training and knowledge needed to develop and scale their vCISO offerings. In fact, over 25% of service providers report lacking the necessary expertise to offer comprehensive vCISO services. The vCISO academy offers and invaluable resource to help service providers gain the expertise needed to thrive in this competitive landscape. Whether you are just establishing your vCISO services or looking to expand, the vCISO Academy provides the tools, knowledge, and support you need to grow your business and serve your clients more effectively. This gap is exactly why the vCISO Academy was created —to empower service providers with the knowledge and skills they need to thrive in this evolving landscape. Start your journey by visiting the vCISO Academy today and take the first step toward scaling your cybersecurity services and driving business growth. While the market for vCISO services is rapidly expanding, many MPSs and MSSPs struggle to offer these services due to lack of in-house expertise and resources. With the vCISO Academy, MSPs and MSSPs are better positioned to capitalize on emerging opportunities in the vCISO market while meeting the critical security needs of SMBs. It provides a clear, step-by-step roadmap that simplifies the process, enabling service providers to confidently start and grow their vCISO offerings. The demand for vCISO services has exploded in recent years, driven by the increasing frequency and sophistication of cyberattacks on SMBs. As the cybersecurity landscape continues to evolve, the role of the vCISO is becoming a cornerstone of success for MSPs and MSSPs. The vCISO Academy was created to help MSPs and MSSPs address these concerns.
This Cyber News was published on www.bleepingcomputer.com. Publication date: Thu, 06 Mar 2025 15:40:22 +0000