Virtual CISO · Manchester
Virtual CISO — 8 Hours / Month in Manchester
Fractional security leadership for teams that need direction without a full-time hire. Eight focused hours a month — best for smaller teams getting their security programme off the ground.
Manchester's tech, media and digital sector (centred on MediaCity) has grown into a national hub — with the modern web and cloud exposure that attracts attackers.
€640/mo (3-month minimum)
What's included
- A named senior security leader
- Security strategy and roadmap
- Risk and compliance guidance (NIS2, DORA, GDPR, ISO 27001)
- Vendor and architecture review
- Board- and management-ready reporting
Why Manchester organisations choose Acta
EU data sovereignty
Remote delivery with EU-resident data handling — no US-cloud exposure.
Senior operators only
Your engagement is led by an experienced operator, not a junior running a scanner.
Evidence, not theatre
Actionable, prioritised findings your team can fix — and show auditors.
Compliance-aware
NIS2, DORA, GDPR and ISO 27001 translated into concrete engineering work.
Serving Manchester & Manchester & the North West
We support Manchester and the surrounding area — including Salford, Stockport, Bolton, Warrington, Leeds — remotely across the United Kingdom and the wider EU.
Frequently asked questions
What is a virtual CISO?
An experienced security executive engaged part-time — you get senior judgement and accountability without a full-time salary.
Is 8 hours enough?
For smaller teams establishing the basics, yes. As needs grow you can step up to the 16- or 24-hour tier.
How much does Virtual CISO — 8 Hours / Month cost in Manchester?
Virtual CISO — 8 Hours / Month starts at €640/mo (3-month minimum). We confirm exact scope and price before any work begins — no payment is taken on the website.
Do you serve businesses near Manchester?
Yes — we work with organisations across Manchester & the North West, including Salford, Stockport, Bolton, and remotely throughout the United Kingdom.
Is the work done remotely?
Yes. Acta operates remotely across the EU and beyond, with EU-resident data handling, so Manchester clients get senior operators without on-site overhead.
Ready to start?
Request virtual ciso — 8 hours / month for your Manchester organisation, or talk to us first.
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