Pricing Models
Security Assessment / Audit
One-time security posture assessment, gap analysis, and roadmap. $5,000–$25,000 for SMBs; $25,000–$100,000 for enterprise.
Best for: Companies establishing a security baseline, preparing for compliance, or after a security incident.
Managed SOC (MDR)
Managed Detection and Response service with 24/7 threat monitoring, alert triage, and incident response. $1,500–$15,000/mo.
Best for: Companies without in-house security operations wanting enterprise-level threat detection.
Compliance Management
Ongoing compliance program management for SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, or NIST. $1,500–$8,000/month.
Best for: Companies pursuing security certifications or maintaining compliance in regulated industries.
Incident Response Retainer
Pre-negotiated retainer ($2,000–$5,000/month) ensuring immediate expert response if you experience a breach. Emergency response without retainer: $300–$500/hr.
Best for: Any company with significant digital assets — the cost of IR on retainer is tiny vs. emergency billing during an incident.
Service Tiers
SMB Security
$1,000–$4,000/mo
Foundational security for small businesses: managed endpoint protection, email security, patching, and employee training.
- Managed EDR (CrowdStrike, SentinelOne)
- Email security (anti-phishing, DMARC)
- Automated patch management
- Security awareness training program
- Monthly vulnerability scanning
Mid-Market Security
$4,000–$15,000/mo
Comprehensive security program with MDR, identity protection, cloud security, and compliance management.
- 24/7 MDR / SOC monitoring
- Identity and access management
- Cloud security posture management
- Compliance framework management
- Quarterly risk assessment and reporting
Enterprise Security
$15,000–$100,000+/mo
Enterprise security operations with dedicated SOC team, threat intelligence, advanced detection, and executive reporting.
- Dedicated SOC team with SLA
- Threat intelligence integration
- Zero-trust architecture implementation
- Executive security reporting (CISO-level)
- Annual red team and tabletop exercises
What Drives the Cost?
Organization Size
User count, endpoint count, and data volume are the primary cost drivers for most cybersecurity services.
Compliance Requirements
HIPAA, PCI-DSS, SOC 2, or FedRAMP compliance requires specific controls, documentation, and audit support that significantly raises security program costs.
Industry Risk Profile
Healthcare, financial services, and government contractors face higher threat levels and regulatory scrutiny, justifying larger security investments.
Technology Environment
Complex environments (multi-cloud, OT/ICS systems, legacy infrastructure) require more specialized security expertise and tooling.
Incident History
Post-incident security investments are typically 3–5× higher than proactive programs due to remediation costs and enhanced monitoring requirements.
Security Tooling
Enterprise security tools (SIEM, EDR, IAM, DLP) add $200–$2,000/month per tool in licensing costs on top of services fees.
Rates by Location
| Region | Rate |
|---|---|
| 🇺🇸United States | $150–$350/hr |
| 🇬🇧United Kingdom | $125–$275/hr |
| 🇮🇱Israel | $150–$300/hr |
| 🇵🇱Eastern Europe | $65–$150/hr |
| 🇮🇳India | $40–$100/hr |
Pricing FAQ
How much should a small business spend on cybersecurity?
Industry guidance suggests 5–15% of IT budget for cybersecurity. For a 25-person company spending $100,000/year on IT, that's $5,000–$15,000/year minimum — roughly $500–$1,500/month. Cover the basics first: managed endpoint protection ($200–$500/mo), email security ($100–$200/mo), backup with offsite copy ($100–$300/mo), and regular patching.
What cybersecurity certifications should I prioritize — SOC 2, ISO 27001, or something else?
SOC 2 Type II is the most widely recognized standard for US B2B SaaS companies — it's what enterprise procurement teams ask for. ISO 27001 is better for European or international markets. HIPAA is mandatory for healthcare-adjacent businesses. Start with the certification your largest prospects require.
What is the average cost of a data breach?
IBM's annual Cost of a Data Breach Report consistently shows average breach costs of $4–$5 million for mid-size companies. For small businesses, breaches typically cost $50,000–$500,000 including investigation, notification, legal fees, and reputational damage. Cyber insurance ($2,000–$10,000/year) and proactive security are far cheaper than breach response.
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