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HIPAA-ready security programs, compliance roadmaps, and fractional CISO leadership — built for SMBs that can't afford to get it wrong.
No obligation. No sales pitch.
Who This Is For
- SMBs handling sensitive data (healthcare, financial, PII)
- Organizations with compliance requirements (HIPAA, SOC 2, CMMC)
- Companies that have experienced breaches or near-misses
- Businesses preparing for audits or certifications
- Organizations needing executive security leadership (vCISO)
Why Trust CenterMarq With Your Security?
Four Pillars of Security
Security Assessments & Penetration Testing
Know exactly where you're vulnerable. We combine automated scanning with manual expert testing to give you a clear picture of your risk posture — prioritized by business impact, not just severity scores.
- Security Posture Assessment
- Penetration Testing (internal & external)
- Prioritized Remediation Roadmap
- Executive Risk Summary
Compliance Readiness (HIPAA, SOC 2, CMMC, NIST)
Go from 'we should probably do this' to audit-ready. We map your current state against the framework that matters to your business, build the documentation, and close the gaps — so you pass with confidence.
- Gap Analysis & Remediation Roadmap
- Policy & Procedure Documentation
- Compliance-Ready Evidence Collection
- Audit Preparation & Support
Fractional CISO (vCISO)
Executive security leadership at a fraction of the cost. Our vCISO service gives you a dedicated security executive who builds your program, reports to your board, and manages vendor risk — without the $250K+ salary.
- Security Program Strategy & Roadmap
- Board & Executive Reporting
- Vendor Risk Management
- Incident Response Planning
Security Training & Policy Development
Turn your team from your biggest vulnerability into your first line of defense. We build security awareness programs and develop the policies that turn compliance requirements into daily habits.
- Employee Security Awareness Training
- Security Policy Suite Development
- Phishing Simulation Programs
- Incident Response Playbooks
Timeline & Investment
2–8 weeks (assessments); ongoing (vCISO/managed)
Targeted Assessment
Single framework assessment or penetration test
Comprehensive Security Program
Multi-framework compliance readiness with remediation support
Fractional CISO
Ongoing executive security leadership and program management
A full-time CISO commands $250K–$400K/year in salary alone. Our fractional model delivers the same strategic leadership starting at $60K/year.
Our Process
Security Posture Assessment
We identify and prioritize risks based on likelihood, impact, and your business context.
Gap Analysis
We compare your current security posture against frameworks and best practices relevant to your industry (HIPAA, SOC 2, CMMC, NIST).
Remediation Planning
We create a prioritized roadmap for addressing gaps, balancing risk reduction with business operations.
Implementation Support
We help implement security controls, policies, and technologies—including HIPAA-specific requirements.
Training & Awareness
We train your team on security best practices, compliance requirements, and incident response procedures.
Ongoing Leadership
For vCISO clients, we provide continuous executive security leadership, board reporting, and strategic guidance.
Why CenterMarq?
“We don't just find holes—we prioritize fixes based on business impact. CISSP certified. Deep HIPAA expertise. Security that protects growth, not blocks it.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Compliance Frameworks We Support
From HIPAA to CMMC — we help organizations meet the compliance requirements that matter.
HIPAA
ActiveHealth Insurance Portability and Accountability Act compliance for organizations handling protected health information (PHI).
CMMC Level 2
In ProgressCybersecurity Maturity Model Certification required for DoD contractors handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
NIST 800-171
ActiveNational Institute of Standards and Technology framework for protecting CUI in non-federal systems.
SOC 2 Type II
PlannedService Organization Control audit attesting to security, availability, and confidentiality controls.
FedRAMP
PlannedFederal Risk and Authorization Management Program for cloud services used by government agencies.
StateRAMP
PlannedState Risk and Authorization Management Program for cloud services used by state and local governments.
ISO 27001
PlannedInternational standard for information security management systems (ISMS).
NIST RMF
ActiveRisk Management Framework providing a structured process for integrating security and risk management into federal systems.
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Ready to Strengthen Your Security Posture?
Book a free assessment call — or download our HIPAA Readiness Checklist to get started today.