PLAINSIGHT / SECURITY
Fractional CISO · Limited engagements
Security leadership, without the noise
Clearer decisions. Stronger security. More room to lead.
Plainsight Security is Betsy Bevilacqua’s fractional CISO practice, helping thoughtful organizations turn security from a source of friction into a source of confidence.
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Experience
Built on real programs at real companies.
20+ years leading security at Fortune 500 companies and high-growth startups — as CISO, VP of Security, and Head of Security Programs.
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Where I can help
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Fractional CISO leadership
A senior security partner for executive teams that need direction, candor, and momentum without adding a full-time seat.
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Program clarity
A clear-eyed assessment of what exists, what matters, and what needs to happen next without the theater of a giant transformation.
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Practical readiness
Focused preparation for the conversations, customer questions, and moments where security needs to be credible and ready.
A practical way to begin
A steady path from uncertainty to action.
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Share the context
Bring the customer request, board question, growth milestone, or security concern that needs a clearer owner.
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Clarify the priorities
Separate what is urgent from what is merely loud, then focus investment where it will create confidence fastest.
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Build the path forward
Leave with a focused security plan, a practical cadence, and the leadership support to carry it through.
Executive perspective
It is the judgment to know what matters now, the ability to make a case for it, and the discipline to turn a plan into operating reality.
What you gain
A seasoned partner who can speak with your board, your customers, your engineers, and your auditors—then make the work connect.
For a short introduction to Betsy’s approach, request a private briefing.
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Who I work with
For teams ready to make security a steadier part of the business.
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Growing companies
Teams gaining customers, people, and complexity faster than their security program can naturally keep up.
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Leadership teams
Founders and operators who want a direct view of security risk—and a sensible plan for responding to it.
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Organizations in change
Teams preparing for a strategic transition, a larger customer conversation, or the next level of operational maturity.
Good questions
A few things people often ask.
What is a fractional CISO?
A fractional CISO is an experienced security executive who works part-time across multiple companies, providing the same strategic leadership as a full-time CISO at a fraction of the cost. Ideal for startups and growth-stage companies that need senior security expertise but aren’t ready to hire full-time.
When does a company need a fractional CISO?
Companies typically need a fractional CISO when enterprise customers are requesting SOC 2 compliance or a named security contact, when security responsibilities are sitting informally with an engineering or IT team, or when a compliance milestone like HIPAA or FedRAMP is approaching and no one owns it.
How long does SOC 2 take?
SOC 2 Type I typically takes three to six months from program launch to audit. Type II requires an additional six to twelve month observation period. Timeline depends heavily on starting maturity and how quickly engineering teams can implement required controls.
What is the difference between a fractional CISO and a vCISO?
The terms are used interchangeably. Both refer to a senior security leader engaged part-time or on retainer rather than as a full-time employee. The distinction that matters is whether the person brings genuine executive-level experience or is operating as a consultant without real accountability.
What industries does Plainsight Security serve?
Plainsight Security works primarily with Series A through D companies in healthtech, fintech, AI, and enterprise SaaS. Betsy brings specific experience in healthcare (HIPAA, PHI, FDA cybersecurity), financial services and blockchain (SOC 2, FedRAMP, GDPR), and AI platforms (AI governance, MLSecOps).
What is included in a fractional CISO retainer?
A Plainsight Security retainer typically includes security roadmap ownership, compliance program management, board and executive reporting, vendor risk oversight, security questionnaire responses, and team mentorship. Engagements start at approximately 10 hours per week and scale with scope.
A simple next step
Tell me what’s changing, what’s keeping you up, or what needs a steadier hand. I’ll be in touch.
Plainsight Security · Betsy Bevilacqua · CISA · CISSP
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