2026 Requirements
SOX
vCISO
Data last verified: January 2026
vCISO Services for SOX
Required for IT general controls affecting financial reporting We align deliverables to Sarbanes-Oxley Act evidence needs and auditor expectations.
$3K-$16K per month
Typical investment for vCISO
Ongoing engagementPenalties: Criminal penalties for executives, SEC enforcement
Pricing verified Q1 202645+ vendor interviews127+ data sourcesUpdated monthly
Evidence to Satisfy Auditors
Scope coverage matched to SOX controls
Reporting mapped to Sarbanes-Oxley 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 SOX?
Required for IT general controls affecting financial reporting
How often should vCISO be done for SOX?
Annual audit as part of financial audit
What happens if we skip vCISO for SOX?
Criminal penalties for executives, SEC enforcement
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