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In this interview, Evan Morgan, founder of Cyber Defense Army, shares his journey from military and corporate cybersecurity leadership to launching his own vCISO and managed security services firm. He discusses the challenges of scaling a cybersecurity consultancy, the growing demand for vCISO services, and the key factors driving the industry’s rapid evolution. Evan also provides insights into common mistakes new vCISOs make, strategies for demonstrating real risk reduction to clients, and his predictions on how the cybersecurity landscape will continue to change. Whether you’re an MSP looking to add vCISO services or a security professional exploring entrepreneurship, this conversation offers valuable lessons on building and sustaining a successful cybersecurity business.
If you can’t show how you’re reducing risk for your clients, you won’t last as a vCISO. It’s not about how many alerts were blocked—it’s about how security improvements impact business operations.
Why Watch
- What are the biggest challenges in scaling a vCISO business, and how can they be overcome?
- How has the demand for vCISO services evolved, and what factors are driving market growth?
- What common mistakes do new vCISOs and MSPs make when entering the space?
- What key strategies help demonstrate value and risk reduction to clients in cybersecurity consulting?
- What advice does Evan have for MSPs looking to add vCISO services to their offerings?
About Evan Morgan
Evan Morgan is the founder of Cyber Defense Army, a cybersecurity consultancy and managed services provider specializing in highly regulated industries such as financial services, government, and defense. With a background in the U.S. military and over a decade in corporate cybersecurity leadership—including serving as a cybersecurity executive at a top 20 banking institution—Evan has extensive experience managing cybersecurity programs, risk reduction strategies, and compliance initiatives. His expertise bridges the gap between technical security measures and business priorities, helping organizations navigate complex security challenges. Now leading Cyber Defense Army, Evan focuses on delivering strategic vCISO services, managed security solutions, and automation-driven cybersecurity operations to businesses of all sizes.
About the Path to Becoming a vCISO
The Path to Becoming a vCISO is a curated collection of insights from some of the most respected voices in the virtual CISO space. Through in-depth interviews, these industry leaders share their journeys, challenges, and hard-earned lessons on building and scaling successful vCISO practices. The hub offers practical tips, real-world strategies, and proven advice to help service providers scale effectively, differentiate their services, and deliver measurable value to clients.
At Cynomi, we’re committed to supporting the growth of the vCISO community. This hub is our way of spotlighting the people shaping the future of cybersecurity leadership—and providing valuable guidance for MSPs, MSSPs, and aspiring vCISOs looking to elevate their services.
