Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO)
Company: Reactforce
Location: Remote (U.S.-based)
Employment Type: Part-time, 6-Month Contract-to-Hire
Compensation: $80–$100 per hour (billable client work)
About ReactforceAt Reactforce, we empower organizations to strengthen their cybersecurity posture and resilience through expert consulting, governance, and leadership. Our mission is to deliver high-impact security outcomes for our clients while helping them achieve compliance, operational continuity, and strategic risk reduction.
We’re seeking an experienced Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) to join our consulting team. This role is ideal for a security leader who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and enjoys working across multiple client engagements.
Position OverviewThe vCISO will serve as a trusted advisor to multiple clients, providing strategic security leadership, governance, and risk management guidance. You’ll collaborate closely with client executives and Reactforce senior management to develop and execute robust cybersecurity programs tailored to each organization’s needs. This is a hands-on, billable consulting role requiring the ability to manage multiple priorities, clients, and deliverables simultaneously.
Key Responsibilities- Serve as a fractional or virtual CISO for multiple client organizations across diverse industries.
- Lead the development and execution of cybersecurity strategies, roadmaps, and governance programs.
- Conduct Business Impact Assessments (BIA) and develop Business Continuity Plans (BCP).
- Develop and maintain Incident Response (IR) plans and ensure client readiness for security events.
- Draft and implement security policies, standards, and procedures aligned with frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls.
- Conduct risk assessments and maturity evaluations to guide program improvements.
- Provide strategic and operational security guidance to client leadership teams.
- Balance multiple client engagements effectively while delivering high-quality, timely outcomes.
- Collaborate with Reactforce leadership on project scoping, delivery excellence, and client satisfaction.
- Maintain accurate and timely billable work documentation for client engagements.
Qualifications- 8+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity or information risk management, including at least 3 years in a senior leadership or CISO-level role.
- Proven success leading security programs, policy development, and incident response initiatives.
- Demonstrated experience consulting for multiple clients and managing competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Strong knowledge of security frameworks (NIST CSF, ISO 27001, SOC 2, CIS, etc.).
- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Relevant industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or CRISC are preferred.
- Prior experience in a consulting or vCISO services capacity strongly preferred.
