Virtual Chief Information Security Officer – Chicago (IL)
Virtual CISO – Chicago (IL)
Organizations in Chicago and across Illinois are forced to operate in a business environment ripe with cybercriminals intent on stealing essential business data. Bad actors rely on ever-evolving techniques such as malware, ransomware, phishing attacks, and more to find weaknesses and exploit victims. In fact, recent studies have revealed that 1 in 10 small businesses suffer a cyberattack each year, with phishing being the most effective method. Any business that uses, stores, or transmits personally identifiable information (PII) such as Social Security numbers, bank account numbers, or login credentials is a target.
For this reason, companies in Chicago and across Illinois need to engineer a cybersecurity plan that offers maximum protection. Many rely on various appliances and software packages to achieve a baseline level of security but need more knowledge and experience to achieve maximum protection. The addition of a Chief Information Security Officer ensures that efforts are strategic and coordinated and offer a maximum level of protection. Unfortunately, many need more resources and budget to engage a full-time employee. For this reason, many turn to a Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) to provide executive-level guidance as needed.
vCISO Experience
Calvetti Ferguson serves the IT security and management needs of companies in Chicago and across Illinois. Our team of experienced professionals has a deep understanding of security governance and management best practices. We work with organizations of various sizes to address all needs or participate in projects as requested. Team members frequently present at conferences, advise technology vendors and deliver specialized training. In other words, Calvetti Ferguson has the depth of technical knowledge and practical experience to move you forward.
Virtual CISO Services
Our team has experience in the following areas, including:
- Business continuity & disaster recovery planning
- Business process design and optimization
- Cost savings assessments
- Cyber security roadmap development
- Data security / data privacy management
- Governance consulting
- IT general controls assessment
- IT strategic planning
- New product/application research, technology selection, and vendor analysis
- Reporting against IT performance
- Technology integration services
- Vendor risk management advisor
Map of Chicago (IL)
About Chicago (IL)
Chicago, Illinois, is a major economic and business hub in the United States. It is the third-largest city in the country and boasts a thriving and diverse business community. Chicago’s business landscape encompasses a wide range of industries, including finance, technology, manufacturing, healthcare, transportation, and professional services.
The city is home to several Fortune 500 companies, such as Boeing, Archer Daniels Midland, United Airlines, Exelon, and Motorola Solutions. These companies contribute significantly to the local economy and provide employment opportunities. Additionally, Chicago has a strong presence of startups and entrepreneurial ventures, particularly in the technology sector, fueled by its talented workforce and supportive ecosystem.
Chicago has several key business districts that serve as centers of commercial activity. The downtown area, known as The Loop, houses many corporate headquarters, financial institutions, and professional service firms. It is also home to the Chicago Board of Trade and the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, two major financial exchanges.
Contact Our Chicago vCISO Team
Calvetti Ferguson provides vCISO services to companies in Chicago and across Illinois. If you would like more information on our vCISO services, please fill out the form below, and we will follow up shortly.