Executive technology leadership, without the executive salary.
A virtual CIO gives a small business executive-level technology leadership — roadmaps, budgets, compliance, vendor management — on demand. Typical vCIO engagements cost a small fraction of a full-time CIO salary (which runs $200,000+ in the DC metro area).
vCIO vs. full-time CIO
A full-time CIO in the DC metro area runs $200,000+ per year before benefits. A vCIO engagement delivers the decisions that matter — roadmap, budget, compliance, vendor leverage — for a monthly retainer sized to a small business. You pay for judgment, not a headcount.
What a vCIO does for you
Technology roadmap & budgeting
A multi-year plan tied to business goals, so IT spend is an investment, not a surprise.
Compliance & risk guidance
Align with NIST CSF, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and cyber-insurance requirements — with policies and audit prep included.
Vendor & contract management
We evaluate, negotiate, and manage your technology vendors in your interest.
Quarterly business reviews
Regular sit-downs on performance, risk, and priorities, in business language.
Ready for IT you never have to worry about?
Book a free 20-minute consultation. You'll get a transparent quote within 24 hours — a real number, not a range. No pressure, no jargon.