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⛰️ Fractional IT Leadership · Sherwood Park, Alberta

Enterprise security.
Strategic IT leadership.
Built for your budget.

SecureVista delivers fractional vCIO, vCISO, and IT operations leadership to small and mid-sized businesses across Canada. You get 25+ years of executive-level expertise — without the $300K salary that comes with it.

No long-term contracts
CIS · NIST · SOC 2 frameworks
7+ industries served
Canadian businesses, Canadian context
securevista — threat scan
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Firewall rules: compliant
MFA enforcement: active
Patch status: 3 pending
Access controls: verified
DR plan: needs review
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25+Years IT Leadership
64%of SMBs have no CISO
↓70%Cost vs. Full-Time Hire
7+Industries Served
🔒 Live Security Indicators
Ransomware defences active
Phishing threats: elevated
Patch cadence: monitoring
Access controls: verified
Cyber insurance: review due

Most SMBs are operating with a dangerous IT gap

  • Technology decisions are made by whoever has a spare hour — not a dedicated IT leader
  • Security is reactive: you patch problems after they've already cost you time and money
  • A full-time CISO or CIO costs $200K–$400K+ per year — out of reach for most growing businesses
  • Vendors sell you tools, not strategy — leaving you with overlapping systems and zero visibility
  • Cyber insurance premiums rise every year, and insurers now scrutinize your controls closely
  • PIPEDA and sector-specific compliance obligations go unaddressed until they become a liability

On-demand executive leadership — when and how you need it

  • A seasoned IT executive embedded in your organization — fully committed to your outcomes
  • Proactive security posture built on CIS, NIST, and SOC 2 — not guesswork or vendor pitches
  • Fractional cost model that scales with your business — you pay for expertise, not headcount
  • Vendor-neutral advice that puts your interests first — no commissions, no hidden agendas
  • Documentation and controls that satisfy insurers and auditors — and protect against real threats
  • Compliance roadmaps tailored to your industry, jurisdiction, and actual risk appetite

Four ways SecureVista protects and advances your business

Each service is delivered as a flexible, fractional engagement — giving you a senior executive in your corner without a full-time commitment or six-figure salary.

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IT Strategic Planning

Virtual CIO (vCIO)

Most businesses spend money on technology without a coherent plan. We change that. As your fractional CIO, we translate your business goals into a clear, actionable technology roadmap — ensuring every dollar you invest in IT drives real growth and operational efficiency, not just keeps the lights on.

  • Multi-year IT roadmap aligned to business objectives
  • Technology investment prioritization & budget planning
  • Digital transformation guidance & vendor selection
  • IT governance frameworks and policy development
  • Board and executive-level technology reporting
  • Cloud strategy, migration planning & cost optimization
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Cybersecurity Leadership

Virtual CISO (vCISO)

Cyber threats don't scale down for small businesses — and the damage they cause doesn't either. As your fractional CISO, we build and manage a mature security program that protects your operations, satisfies your insurers, and keeps you ahead of evolving threats and regulatory requirements.

  • Security risk assessments & gap analysis
  • CIS Controls, NIST CSF, SOC 2 & ISO 27001 alignment
  • Cybersecurity policy, procedure & standards development
  • Incident response planning & tabletop exercises
  • Cyber insurance readiness & claims documentation support
  • PIPEDA & provincial privacy law compliance guidance
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IT Operations Management

Virtual CIOps (vCIOps)

Day-to-day IT operations quietly drain productivity and budget when there's no experienced leader overseeing them. We bring structure, accountability, and efficiency to your IT function — managing vendors, optimizing performance, and ensuring your technology supports your team instead of holding it back.

  • IT vendor management & contract negotiation
  • Help desk oversight & service level management
  • Infrastructure resilience, monitoring & uptime planning
  • Disaster recovery & business continuity planning
  • IT asset lifecycle management & procurement
  • Staff IT training & security awareness programs
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IT Project Management

vCIO · vCISO

Technology projects fail more often than they succeed — usually because they lack experienced oversight from start to finish. Whether you're migrating to the cloud, implementing new software, or undergoing a security audit, we plan, govern, and execute with the rigour your stakeholders expect.

  • End-to-end project planning, governance & oversight
  • Cloud migrations, system integrations & modernization
  • Security audit preparation & remediation oversight
  • ERP, CRM & enterprise software implementations
  • Stakeholder communication & executive reporting
  • Post-implementation reviews & continuous optimization
How It Works

From first conversation to ongoing partnership

Getting started is straightforward. No lengthy procurement process, no complex contracts — just a clear path to having an experienced IT executive in your corner.

01

Free Discovery Call

We start by listening. In a 30–60 minute conversation, we learn about your business, your technology environment, your goals, and your pain points. No sales pitch — just an honest conversation about where you are and where you want to be.

02

Assessment & Gap Analysis

We conduct a thorough review of your current IT landscape — infrastructure, security posture, policies, vendor relationships, and compliance status. You get a clear, jargon-free picture of your risks, gaps, and highest-priority opportunities.

03

Tailored Engagement Plan

Based on your priorities and budget, we propose a flexible engagement model — from a few focused hours per month to more intensive ongoing leadership. No cookie-cutter packages. Every plan is built for your specific situation and goals.

04

Embedded Partnership

We get to work as an extension of your team. Regular check-ins, clear deliverables, and transparent reporting keep you informed and in control. As your business evolves, so does our engagement — scaling up or down as you need.

Real solutions.
Not just recommendations.

With 25+ years managing IT at the executive level across public sector, energy, telecom, and manufacturing — we've seen what works, what fails, and why. We bring that hard-won perspective directly to your business.

  • Enterprise experience, SMB accessibility

    We've managed multi-million dollar IT budgets, large-scale infrastructure rollouts, and government-grade security programs. That depth of experience now serves businesses of any size — without the enterprise price tag.

  • Vendor-neutral and always on your side

    We don't resell products or earn vendor commissions. Our only interest is your business outcomes. When we recommend a tool or provider, it's because it's the right fit for you — full stop.

  • No long-term contracts, no overhead

    Flexible, scalable engagements that adapt to your business. You're never locked in, and you never pay for more than you need. Think of us as a trusted resource you can turn up or down as your situation changes.

  • Canadian businesses, Canadian context

    We understand PIPEDA, provincial privacy legislation, and the specific regulatory environment Canadian businesses operate in. We're not importing a US playbook — we know your landscape and your obligations.

Security Framework Coverage
CIS Controls v8
NIST CSF 2.0
SOC 2 Type II
ISO 27001
PIPEDA Compliance
Risk Mgmt Compliance Governance IR Planning IT Roadmap BCP / DR
Full-Time CISO Cost
$300K+
SecureVista Model
Fraction
Experience
25 yrs
Across oil & gas, government, telecom, manufacturing & more
What You Get

Tangible deliverables, not vague advice

Every engagement produces real, documented outputs — assets your business owns and can act on, that continue to protect and guide you long after our work together.

01

IT Strategic Roadmap

A clear, prioritized multi-year plan connecting your technology investments to your business goals — updated quarterly and presentable to your board, leadership team, or investors.

02

Security Risk Assessment

A comprehensive evaluation of your current security posture identifying vulnerabilities, gaps, and highest-priority risks. Written in plain language your entire leadership team can understand and act on.

03

Cybersecurity Policy Library

A full set of documented security policies tailored to your organization — acceptable use, incident response, access control, data classification, and more. Insurer and auditor-ready from day one.

04

Incident Response Plan

A tested, practical playbook your team can execute under pressure. Covers detection, containment, communication protocols, recovery procedures, and post-incident review processes.

05

Vendor & Contract Review

An honest, independent assessment of your IT vendor relationships — identifying where you're overpaying, where you have coverage gaps, and where contracts leave your business exposed.

06

Business Continuity & DR Plan

A practical disaster recovery and continuity plan ensuring your organization can survive and recover from disruption — whether that's a ransomware attack, a critical system failure, or a natural event.

We speak your industry's language

Generic IT advice doesn't work. Different industries face different regulatory environments, different threat landscapes, and different operational realities. Our cross-sector experience means we arrive already understanding your world — and your compliance obligations.



Talk to us about your industry →
Oil & GasOT/IT convergence, SCADA security
🏛️Municipal Gov'tPublic sector compliance & privacy
📡TelecomInfrastructure resilience & uptime
🏗️ManufacturingOperational technology security
🏥HealthcarePatient data & PHIPA compliance
🏦Financial ServicesRegulatory compliance & audit readiness
🏢Professional ServicesClient data protection & governance
🔧InfrastructureCritical systems & BCP planning

Start with a free consultation

No pressure, no jargon. We'll have an honest conversation about where your business stands, where the gaps are, and whether SecureVista is the right fit. Most businesses walk away with three or four things they can act on immediately — regardless of whether we work together.

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Phone 587-205-0585
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Location Sherwood Park, AB · Serving all of Canada
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Sherwood Park, AB · Serving businesses across Canada