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title: "Fractional CIO & Information Security | Cobalt Shields"
description: "Senior technology leadership without a senior technology salary. Fractional CIO, information security and independent assessments."
url: https://www.cobaltshields.com/
source: "Converted from https://www.cobaltshields.com/ at build time."
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Technology leadership · Security · Risk

# Technology risk and compliance are moving targets. Lock them down with a Fractional CISO.

Your board wants a stronger security posture, but the budget doesn’t stretch to a full-time security officer and the staff to see the work through. A fractional CISO runs the program — risk assessments, security questionnaires, a tailored roadmap — for a fraction of that cost.

[Book a call](https://cal.com/cobaltshields/intro) [See what we do](https://www.cobaltshields.com/services)

## How we can help

### [Technology Leadership](https://www.cobaltshields.com/services/technology-leadership)

The advantages of a Chief Information Officer scaled at a price point that meets you where you are.

[Read more →](https://www.cobaltshields.com/services/technology-leadership)

### [Information Security](https://www.cobaltshields.com/services/information-security)

We can provide a virtual CISO or assist your team with targeted, specific cybersecurity expertise.

[Read more →](https://www.cobaltshields.com/services/information-security)

### [Independent Policy/Practice Assessments](https://www.cobaltshields.com/services/independent-policy-practice-assessments)

An unbiased outside perspective on your existing technology and cybersecurity policies & processes.

[Read more →](https://www.cobaltshields.com/services/independent-policy-practice-assessments)

## What makes us different

Our team of experienced consultants always begins with understanding you and your organization. We will listen to you to understand your mission and goals, and work with you to develop a tailored plan for a secure and reliable information technology environment unique to your organization’s mission, goals, strategy, and approach.

With our expertise in information technology leadership and information security, you can trust us to partner with your organization as you move your information technology resources toward a more secure, sustainable, and reliable future.

Inspiration. Mission. Action.

## Cobalt Shields

Cobalt. An essential building block for modern technology. It’s found in rechargable batteries that power the world, helps protect materials from heat and light, and helps strengthen metal alloys and magnets. Power. Protection. Connections.

Likewise, Cobalt Shields is here to serve as a fundamental element of your technology and information security environment. Our founders are driven by a passionate commitment to assisting organizations looking to overcome technology challenges, strengthen information security, maximize their technology investment, and minimize risk.

[More about who we are →](https://www.cobaltshields.com/about)

## Resources and news

### [AI and Third-Party Risk](https://www.cobaltshields.com/post/ai-and-third-party-risk)

Jan 10, 2025 · Sam DeLucia

### [Navigating the Landscape of AI Governance: Strategic, Tactical, and Operational Control Categories](https://www.cobaltshields.com/post/navigating-the-landscape-of-ai-governance-strategic-tactical-and-operational-control-categories)

Jul 25, 2024 · Sam DeLucia

### [Artificial Intelligence Governance: Why Are There So Few Usable Control Frameworks for AI Governance?](https://www.cobaltshields.com/post/artificial-intelligence-governance-why-are-there-so-few-usable-control-frameworks-for-ai-governance)

Jun 28, 2024 · Sam DeLucia

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