As a vCSO, this is your moment of truth. Because compliance isn’t about checking a regulatory box. It’s about proving the organization wasn’t negligent. And if your client’s security decisions aren’t mapped to a recognized standard, you’re not building a defense—you’re handing ammunition to regulators, insurers, and attorneys. 

The role of the Chief Security Officer (CSO) has undergone a seismic shift in recent years. The once-insular function of safeguarding digital assets has evolved into a strategic imperative that intersects with every facet of an organization.