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Tagore’s vCISO (Virtual Chief Information Security Officer) service is built around one clear mission: getting your company audit-ready with Vanta—fast, efficiently, and with expert guidance every step of the way.

Whether you're pursuing ISO 27001, SOC 2, or GDPR compliance, our team embeds directly into your project, managing your security program and optimizing your use of Vanta to deliver results that hold up to real-world audits.

What is vCISO?

Security leadership, without the overhead.
Built for speed. Powered by Vanta. Delivered by experts.

A vCISO (Virtual Chief Information Security Officer) is a flexible, part-time security leader who helps your business build and manage its cybersecurity and compliance efforts — without hiring in-house.

At Tagore, our vCISOs work closely with your team to lead strategy, guide implementation, and drive progress toward certifications like ISO 27001, SOC 2, and GDPR — using Vanta as the core platform for automation and control.

You get the expertise. We handle the complexity.

How it works

Aligned with the Standards That Matter

As a Vanta Partner, Tagore supports and implements leading security frameworks tailored to your business and industry. Whether you're preparing for your first audit or scaling existing compliance efforts, we guide you through every step. We support framework such as:

ISO27001

An international standard for information security management.

ISO42000

Global standard for managing responsible AI systems.

DORA

EU law ensuring IT resilience in the financial sector.

Normen for informasjonssikkerhet i helsesektoren

Healthcare-specific guidelines for information security in Norway.

ISO27017

Cloud-specific guidelines for securing cloud services.

Custom Frameworks

Tailored internal controls based on industry best practices.

NIS2

EU directive to strengthen cybersecurity across critical sectors.

NSM Grunnprinsipper for IKT-sikkerhet

Norwegian government's baseline for secure IT operations.

SOC2

Audit framework for data security, availability, and confidentiality.

GDPR

EU regulation for personal data protection and privacy.

NIST CSF

US-based cybersecurity framework for risk management.

How it works

A structured approach to compliance, led by experts.

Step 1

Initial Review

We begin with a comprehensive gap analysis to understand your current security posture, identify vulnerabilities, and assess your maturity against standards such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, and DevSecOps best practices. Using the Vanta platform, we evaluate your technical environment, organizational readiness, and risk exposure.

We also review your compliance calendar and planned activities to build a clear, prioritized roadmap toward certification or attestation.

Typical areas of review include:

Security controls and policies
Risk register and incident response capabilities
Asset inventory (hardware, software, and data)
Roles, responsibilities, and internal security governance
Third-party/vendor risk management
Compliance maturity (e.g. ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR)
Existing documentation and configurations in Vanta
The outcome is a focused, actionable plan to close key gaps and guide your journey toward audit readiness and continuous compliance.

Step 2

Action Planning & Implementation

Once the roadmap is defined, your dedicated vCISO embeds into your team to guide execution. Using Vanta as your central compliance hub, we help you operationalize your security program with precision and speed.

We support your organization in:

Optimizing Vanta configurations for your environment
Defining scope and mapping controls to your chosen framework(s)
Creating or refining security policies and procedures
Leading training and awareness sessions
Coordinating across internal teams and external stakeholders
Aligning deliverables with audit timelines and expectations
We operate as a fractional team member—leading where needed, supporting where helpful, and adapting to your pace and capacity.
If your team needs deeper, hands-on support, we offer structured Start to Cert implementation packages to accelerate your compliance journey.

Step 3

Oversight & Monitoring

As implementation progresses, we transition into continuous monitoring—ensuring compliance is not only achieved but sustained over time.

This phase typically includes:

Regular compliance health checks and control status reviews via Vanta
Ongoing evaluation of audit evidence, access logs, and third-party risks
Monthly updates on compliance maturity, risk posture, and threat landscape
Strategic input to executive teams, risk committees, and IT leadership
Coordination and readiness support for internal and external audits
Setup and facilitation of ongoing security governance forums

Our goal is to embed security and compliance into your day-to-day operations—so it becomes part of business as usual, not a one-off project.

What's Included in our vCISO Service

We help you stay secure, audit-ready, and aligned with frameworks — all powered by the Vanta platform. Whether you need strategic guidance, operational lift, or both—our vCISOs embed directly into your team to accelerate progress and ensure nothing falls through the cracks.

Advisory depth. Operational precision. Compliance made scalable.

Tagore’s vCISO service blends strategic security leadership with hands-on execution—built to keep your business secure, audit-ready, and aligned with industry standards through every phase of growth.
Platform & Compliance Management

We fully configure and manage your Vanta setup—ensuring integrations run smoothly, controls stay compliant, and your Trust Center reflects your current security posture.
Governance & Documentation

We help create, review, and maintain core policies, keep your risk register current, and support internal audits and management review.
Advisory & Operational Support

Your dedicated vCISO supports you in your security program. Includes real-time support via Slack and more.
Preparedness & Engagement

We help coordinate penetration tests, manage audit processes, conduct tabletop exercises, and keep your team on track with workflows.

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vCISO Full compliance. Minimal friction. Powered by Vanta.