2026 Requirements
CCPA/CPRA
vCISO
Data last verified: January 2026
vCISO Services for CCPA/CPRA
Reasonable security measures required; penetration testing is evidence of compliance We align deliverables to California Consumer Privacy Act / California Privacy Rights Act evidence needs and auditor expectations.
$3K-$16K per month
Typical investment for vCISO
Ongoing engagementPenalties: Up to $7,500 per intentional violation, private right of action for breaches
Pricing verified Q1 202645+ vendor interviews127+ data sourcesUpdated monthly
Evidence to Satisfy Auditors
Scope coverage matched to CCPA/CPRA controls
Reporting mapped to California Consumer Privacy Act / California Privacy Rights Act evidence checklist
Retest to validate remediation before audit deadlines
Decision factors
Scope: Hours per month (10-40 typical)
Industry experience: Healthcare, fintech, SaaS
Board communication: Executive reporting capability
Compliance expertise: Specific framework knowledge
Team building: Ability to hire and manage security staff
FAQs
Is vCISO Services required for CCPA/CPRA?
Reasonable security measures required; penetration testing is evidence of compliance
How often should vCISO be done for CCPA/CPRA?
Ongoing compliance, annual security assessments recommended
What happens if we skip vCISO for CCPA/CPRA?
Up to $7,500 per intentional violation, private right of action for breaches
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