RealCISO vs. Cynomi

RealCISO is a compliance intelligence platform for two audiences: MSPs and MSSPs managing security across multiple clients, and enterprise teams running compliance in-house. It gives MSPs, MSSPs, consultants, and in-house security teams a single place to run compliance assessments, manage risk, track remediation, and demonstrate security posture to boards and auditors — without the spreadsheet chaos. Built on NIST CSF and mapped to 30+ frameworks including SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, and CMMC, RealCISO turns assessment data into action. Over 3,000 security providers use it to deliver vCISO services at scale. Founded by Brian Haugli — former DoD, former VP & CSO at The Hanover Insurance Group, and co-author of the NIST CSF book published by Wiley — RealCISO was built by practitioners who ran these programs manually and knew there had to be a better way.

Cynomi's AI-based automated vCISO platform is utilized by managed security service providers, managed service providers, and consulting firms to regularly assess their clients' cybersecurity protocols, develop strategic remediation plans, and execute them effectively to reduce potential risks. With the increasing need for proactive cyber resilience and continuous vCISO services among small to medium-sized businesses and mid-market organizations seeking to evaluate their security postures and enhance compliance readiness, the demand for these services is on the rise. Nevertheless, many managed service providers and consulting firms encounter difficulties stemming from their limited resources and expertise in delivering comprehensive virtual CISO services. To bridge this gap, Cynomi empowers its partners to provide scalable vCISO services without necessitating an expansion of their existing resources. The platform, which draws from the insights of elite CISOs, allows users to conduct automated risk and compliance assessments, generate customized policies, and access actionable remediation plans that include prioritized tasks, task management features, progress tracking, and client-specific reports. This groundbreaking solution not only simplifies the delivery of security services but also enables firms to enhance their service offerings, thereby improving their ability to support their clients effectively. As a result, Cynomi is transforming the landscape of virtual CISO services, making them more accessible and efficient for a broader range of organizations.