We Reduce Your Risk, So You Can Focus on Your Business.
Cerulean Cyber Consulting provides fractional cybersecurity leadership for growing businesses in South Dakota and the Midwest. We become your security team, so you can focus on running your business.
Growing businesses face enterprise-level cyber threats with small-business resources.
Cyberattacks don't discriminate by company size. Ransomware, phishing, data breaches, and compliance failures hit growing businesses just as hard as large enterprises. Often harder, because smaller organizations lack dedicated security leadership to prevent and respond to threats.
Hiring a full-time Chief Information Security Officer costs upwards of $200,000 per year, well beyond the budget of most small and mid-sized businesses. But operating without one leaves critical gaps in your security posture, putting your data, your customers, and your reputation at risk.
The result? Many businesses take a reactive approach, waiting until something goes wrong to address security. By then, the damage is done. What you need is proactive, expert cybersecurity leadership that fits your business and your budget.
Core Services
Virtual CISO (vCISO)
Get executive-level cybersecurity leadership without the full-time salary. Our vCISO service embeds a seasoned security leader into your organization on a fractional basis.
- Security program development & management
- Risk assessments & gap analysis
- Policy creation & compliance guidance
- Vendor security evaluation
- Board & leadership security reporting
Incident Response Planning
Don't wait for a breach to figure out your response plan. We build, test, and refine your incident response capabilities so your team is ready when it matters most.
- Incident response plan development
- Tabletop exercises & simulations
- Business continuity & disaster recovery alignment
- Post-incident reviews & improvements
- Breach notification & communication planning
Why CCC
Local Expertise
Based in Sioux Falls, we understand the unique challenges facing businesses in South Dakota and the Midwest. We know the local regulatory landscape, the regional threat environment, and the business community you operate in.
Hands-On Leadership
We don't just hand you a report and walk away. Our consultants embed with your team, attend your meetings, and take ownership of your security outcomes. We act as a true extension of your leadership team.
Built for Growing Businesses
Our services scale with you. Whether you're a 20-person startup or a 500-employee company, we tailor our approach to match your size, industry, and risk profile, delivering enterprise-grade security at a price that makes sense.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a virtual CISO?
A virtual CISO (vCISO) is a fractional cybersecurity executive who provides strategic security leadership on a part-time or contract basis. Instead of hiring a full-time CISO at $200,000+ per year, businesses in Sioux Falls and across South Dakota can access the same expertise through Cerulean Cyber Consulting at a fraction of the cost.
Do small businesses in Sioux Falls need cybersecurity consulting?
Yes. Small and mid-sized businesses are increasingly targeted by cyberattacks because they often lack dedicated security staff. In South Dakota, industries like healthcare, agriculture, financial services, and manufacturing face specific regulatory and threat landscapes that require professional cybersecurity guidance.
What industries does Cerulean Cyber Consulting serve?
We work with businesses across healthcare, agriculture, financial services, manufacturing, title and real estate, and other industries in Sioux Falls and the broader Midwest. Our approach is tailored to each industry's unique compliance requirements and threat profile.
How does incident response planning work?
Incident response planning starts with understanding your current security posture, then building a customized plan that defines roles, communication protocols, and recovery procedures. We also conduct tabletop exercises to test your team's readiness so you are prepared before an incident occurs.
How much does a vCISO cost compared to a full-time CISO?
A full-time CISO typically costs $200,000 to $350,000 per year in salary alone. Cerulean Cyber Consulting's fractional vCISO services provide the same strategic leadership at a fraction of that cost, scaled to your business size and needs. Contact us for a custom quote.
Ready to Secure Your Business?
Take the first step toward proactive cybersecurity leadership. Schedule a free discovery call and let's talk about how Cerulean Cyber Consulting can protect your business.