Fractional CTO / CISO

Guiding Technology, Reducing Risk, Ensuring Compliance.

Technology leadership goes beyond managing systems — it’s about strategy, risk reduction, and regulatory readiness. With Aurmis as your fractional CTO and CISO, financial advisory firms gain executive-level expertise without the cost of a full-time hire. We deliver tailored technology and cybersecurity leadership, from policy and vendor management to SEC/FINRA compliance oversight. The result is stronger governance, smarter investments, and confidence your firm is protected and exam-ready.

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Why It Matters

Don’t Just Defend — Lead with Confidence.

For financial advisors, technology and cybersecurity are no longer back-office functions — they’re front-line responsibilities tied directly to client trust and regulatory survival. Without the right leadership, firms often juggle multiple vendors, inconsistent policies, and a reactive approach that leaves them exposed.

At Aurmis, our Fractional CTO/CISO services give your firm executive-level guidance without the full-time cost. We own your technology roadmap, oversee vendor relationships, and ensure every system and process meets SEC/FINRA requirements. From contract negotiations to exam representation, we reduce complexity and help your firm make smarter, safer technology decisions.

By The Numbers

Regulatory Cybersecurity Obligations*

FINRA and SEC rules require firms to maintain written policies, technology governance, and cybersecurity programs aligned to their risk profile, business model, and scale.

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Fractional vs. Dedicated*

In smaller firms, average CISO compensation is around $330,000–$415,000, with firms under $50M revenue averaging closer to $260,000. Fractional CISO services typically cost $200–$250/hour or $1,600–$20,000/month.

*IANS Research, 2025 Small & Midmarket CISO Data

Record-Keeping Failures Cost Millions*

Twelve firms paid over $63 million in combined SEC penalties for failing to properly maintain and preserve required electronic communications, violating recordkeeping provisions of securities law.

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Fines for Lacking Written Procedures*

Two Independent broker-dealers were fined $150,000 each for failing to establish and maintain adequate written supervisory procedures to safeguard client records and information.

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Featured Fractional CTO/CISO Services

Strategic Technology and Security Leadership on Demand.

At Arumis, we deliver executive-level technology and cybersecurity leadership without the cost of a full-time hire. Our Fractional CTO and CISO services are designed specifically for financial advisors, RIAs, and wealth management firms—helping you strengthen compliance, secure client data, and make smarter technology decisions. From vendor oversight and contract negotiations to regulatory exam representation, we act as an extension of your leadership team, ensuring your firm’s technology and cybersecurity strategies support growth, compliance, and peace of mind.