Virtual Synergy Solutions, LLC
5685 Caribbean Crt, Haymarket, VA 20169 (703) 232-8936 ryshellh@virtualsynergysolutions.com Visit Website
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Virtual Synergy Solutions LLC is a strategic cybersecurity and governance consultancy dedicated to transforming complex technical exposure into executive-level Business and Ethical Certainty. We specialize in providing RP-led leadership and scalable governance solutions to the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) and the wider Federal ecosystem.

VSS empowers Federal and DoD clients by providing specialized training and leadership for Information System Security Officers (ISSO), coupled with expert Risk Management Framework (RMF) support to achieve and sustain Authority to Operate (ATO). Accelerate your RMF pipeline and minimize risk by leveraging our expertise in program development, which is essential for rapid Federal ATO achievement.

Our competitive edge is rooted in the fusion of deep operational experience gained in federal, DoD, and cleared environments, with unparalleled academic authority. Our team, led by an expert Registered Practitioner (RP) with C|CISO, M.L.S. Risk Management, and PhD credentials, doesn't just manage controls; we build resilient and auditable security programs.

High-Impact Federal Readiness Services

VSS is uniquely positioned to serve Small and Mid-sized Defense Contractors (SMB DIB) by providing cost-effective, strategic compliance pathways that minimize audit risk and maximize efficiency.

Core Competencies

CMMC Level 1 to Level 2 Strategy
Full-scope readiness services that guarantee the rapid achievement of CMMC Level 1 (Foundational) controls, establishing a documented, scalable roadmap for seamless Level 2 (Advanced) certification.

Executive Readiness Bridge (ERB) & Scoping
Strategic governance and precise scoping to define the CUI boundary, ensuring resources are focused only on in-scope systems. Includes the development of auditor-ready SSPs and POAMs.

Strategic Governance & Virtual CISO (vCISO)
Executive-level leadership providing formal Risk Quantification, clear reporting, and policy development tailored to Federal mandates (e.g., NIST RMF).

AI Governance & Auditing
Review of Acceptable Use Policies (AUPs) and comprehensive auditing of AI systems for compliance with emerging Federal AI governance standards (e.g., NIST AI RMF).

Differentiators
  • Scalable Certainty: We ensure your foundational investment directly supports the 110 Level 2 requirements, eliminating wasted effort and resources.
  • Cost & Audit Optimization: Minimizes audit cost and maximizes first-attempt success by delivering meticulously documented, auditor-vetted evidence.
  • Business-Driven Security: Translates technical risk into financial terms and clear executive decisions, transforming cyber chaos into strategic certainty.
  • Future-Proof Compliance: Mitigates emerging legal and operational risk associated with AI deployment in government contracts.
  • Experience and Authority
  • Our compliance methodology is based on leading cybersecurity operations and governance in federal and DoD environments, reinforced by the following frameworks:
    • Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC)
    • NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF)
    • CNSSI 1253
    • ISO
  • Foundational Credentials: M.L.S. in Risk Management from Texas A&M University School of Law and a Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration.