Cybersecurity for Startups That Actually Ship
You're building fast. Investors are asking about security. Enterprise customers want proof you're not reckless with their data. Let's fix that without slowing you down.
Security is Blocking Your Growth
You've hit that point. Maybe it's an enterprise deal asking for your SOC 2 report. Or an investor questioning your security posture during diligence. Or you just realized that API key has been in your repo since day one.
You know you need to fix security. But you also need to ship features, close deals, and not blow your runway on consultants who charge $500/hour to tell you things you already know.
Here's the thing: security doesn't have to slow you down. It just has to be right-sized for your stage.
What Stage Are You?
Pre-Seed / Seed Stage
Focus: Don't get hacked. Don't embarrass yourself in customer calls.
- Security foundations checklist
- Basic incident response plan
- Security hygiene (MFA, encrypted data, access control)
Start here: Free Startup Security Kit
Series A / Growing Fast
Focus: Pass security reviews. Get SOC 2 ready. Answer investor questions confidently.
- SOC 2 Type II readiness (3-6 month timeline)
- Security policies that match reality
- Vendor risk management
- Board-ready security reporting
You need: Fractional CISO Services
Questions about Virtual CISO services? Check our Virtual CISO FAQ for pricing, qualifications, and how it works.
Series B+ / Scaling
Focus: Mature security program. Multiple compliance frameworks. Enterprise-grade controls.
- ISO 27001 / SOC 2 maintenance
- Security team hiring and structure
- Advanced threat detection
- Security program optimization
You need: Security Consulting or full-time CISO
Problems I Help Startups Solve
Enterprise Deal Blocked
"They want our SOC 2 report and we don't have one. Deal closes in 6 weeks."
Investor Security Diligence
"Series A due diligence includes security review. We have no documentation."
Security Questionnaire Panic
"Customer sent 200-question security assessment. We can't answer half of it."
Growing Too Fast
"We're at 50 people and have no idea who has access to what anymore."
Why Startups Work With Me
I've been on both sides. Two-time CISO who's also worked with dozens of startups. I know what investors want to see, what customers actually care about, and what's just security theater.
I won't oversell you. If you're pre-seed and someone's pushing an expensive security program, they're wrong. I'll tell you what you actually need at your stage.
Speed matters. You're trying to close deals and ship product. I won't slow you down with bureaucracy. We build what you need, document it properly, and move on.
No vendor kickbacks. I don't get paid to recommend specific tools. You get honest advice about what actually works.
Free Resources for Startups
Startup Security Starter Kit
Security checklist, incident response template, and "Oh Sh!t" playbook. Free download.
SOC 2 Guide for Startups
Real timeline (3-6 months) and what you actually need to pass.
Do You Need a CISO?
Signs you need security leadership vs. signs you can wait. Honest assessment.
Security Questionnaire Playbook
Step-by-step guide for responding to customer security assessments without panicking.
Let's Figure Out What You Actually Need
Free 20-minute call. We'll discuss your stage, your blockers, and whether I can help. No pitch, just answers.
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