Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area
Executive Leader, mentor, evangelist and Information Security Architect with intricate knowledge of network and security strategies, tools, technologies and best practices along with more than twenty years of experience in the development and deployment of networking security, monitoring systems and information assets for government, public and private organizations. Experienced in enabling teams of SOC Analysts, engineers and architects to provide comprehensive and robust security strategies for many large organizations globally. Information Security zealot with demonstrated ability in numerous senior and executive leadership roles. Passionate for results with a proven track record and years of exceeding sales and profitability goals. Consistently recognized as a top performer by colleagues, business partners and upper management. Strong ability to identify business problems and inefficiencies, recommend mitigation strategies and meet challenges head on. Industry expert with excellent presentation and negotiation skills. Served on the Board of Directors for many Information Security organizations that provide comprehensive security education, awareness and training to the community. • Innovative Cyber Security expert and Information Security Architect • Trusted advisor and technical expert to executives and Information Security leaders • Perceptive, progressive thinker whose ethics are beyond reproach • Personal brand of leadership and communication through radical candor • Vision to design complex solutions with strategic business implications • Proven ability to lead teams and mentor individuals • Proven ability to identify business issues and remove obstacles • Strong communication and public speaking skills • Forged a strategic vision of the market to develop and implement sales and marketing Specialties: Enterprise Security, Identity and Access Management, Risk Management, Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC), Security and Network Architecture, Cloud solutions (IaaS) and Cloud Software (SaaS), COBIT, NIST, ISO 27001, HIPAA, GDPR, PCI, GLBA, ITIL.
As CISO, I lead our organization's comprehensive cybersecurity initiatives, leveraging NIST guidelines and frameworks to manage risk effectively. My responsibilities include: Developing and implementing a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy that aligns with NIST Risk Management. Leading incident response and managing cybersecurity incidents according to NIST Incident Handling guidelines. Ensuring compliance with data protection laws and industry regulations. Establishing and monitoring cybersecurity policies, standards, and practices in accordance with NIST frameworks. Collaborating to create a security-aware culture. Evaluating and implementing security technologies and solutions. Conducting cybersecurity audits and risk assessments in accordance with NIST standards. In my role as CTO, I lead the technology team to drive innovation, integrations and automation into our Managed Detection and Response offerings. My responsibilities include: Leading the technology team to innovate and develop cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions while adhering to NIST guidelines. Aligning our technology initiatives with overall business objectives. Managing and mentoring a team of technology experts. Overseeing the development of cybersecurity solutions. Monitoring emerging cybersecurity trends and implementing best practices. Cultivating strategic partnerships with technology vendors and partners.
In my role as CTO, I lead the technology team to drive innovation, integrations and automations into our Managed Detection and Response offerings. My responsibilities include: Leading the technology team to innovate and develop cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions while adhering to NIST guidelines. Aligning our technology initiatives with overall business objectives. Managing and mentoring a team of technology experts. Overseeing the development of cybersecurity solutions. Monitoring emerging cybersecurity trends and implementing best practices. Cultivating strategic partnerships with technology vendors and partners.
Architect network infrastructure Lead network deployment Lead security operations Deploy a Micro-Segmented Enterprise grade infrastructure in less than 48 hours including: • high availability telecommunications bandwidth • Gigamon TAP • redundant Palo Alto firewalls • high availability Broadcom core switches • 30+ Broadcom edge switches Enterprise Software for network visibility and monitoring • Cisco Umbrella Security • RSA NetWitness Platform • RSA NetWitness Endpoint • Palo Alto Wildfire Deploy 100+ Ruckus Wi-Fi access points to provide secure public Wi-Fi as well as secure micro-segmented Wi-Fi for trainings
Lead both NetWitness Account Executives and Pre-Sales NetWitness Systems Engineering Teams Recruiting talented Sales Professionals Champion a Teamwork Mindset Inspect sales process using Force Management framework Support Sales Team in the development of account penetration strategies Qualify Technical Sales Validations created by Sales Engineers for Proof of Concepts Technical Expert and consultant to Sales Engineers Built relationships with the account teams, channel partners and customers Lead technical sales calls Leverage corporate resources Plan and budget new SaaS Sales Engineering demo environment for NetWitness Orchestrator Research competitive intelligence and develop competitive battle cards Develop technical solution selling presentations for both Internal groups and prospects Lead new Business Development Technical engagement with a strategic OEM Partner Anticipate technology and market trends and provide feedback into RSA's Product Management, Product Engineering and Product Marketing teams Advise Product Development in implementing competitive features
Lead Pre-Sales NetWitness Systems Engineering Team Recruiting talented Sales Engineers Champion a Teamwork Mindset Inspect sales process using Force Management framework Support Sales Team in the development of account penetration strategies Qualify Technical Sales Validations created by Sales Engineers for Proof of Concepts Technical Expert and consultant to Sales Engineers Built relationships with the account teams, channel partners and customers Lead technical sales calls Leverage corporate resources Plan and budget new SaaS Sales Engineering demo environment for NetWitness Orchestrator Research competitive intelligence and develop competitive battle cards Develop technical solution selling presentations for both Internal groups and prospects Lead new Business Development Technical engagement with a strategic OEM Partner Anticipate technology and market trends and provide feedback into RSA's Product Management, Product Engineering and Product Marketing teams Advise Product Development in implementing competitive features
Executes the policies and decisions of the chapter board Acts to ensure that chapter board policies are followed Takes executive action in areas where specific policies have not been written or established Develops annual and long-range chapter goals and objectives for presentation to and approval by the chapter board Presides over all meetings of the chapter board Works with the secretary to ensure that meetings are conducted in accordance with recognized parliamentary procedures Works with the secretary to issue an agenda for each meeting Organizes chapter structure Develops clear lines of authority and communication Establishes a reporting system to keep board and membership apprised of chapter activities Establishes committees and activities according to chapter bylaws Directs chapter activities and establishes a chapter calendar, including target dates for task completion Communicates chapter information and concerns to ISACA International Acts as the primary contact with ISACA International Headquarters Completes and forwards various reports and surveys to ISACA International Maintains regular contact with ISACA chapter relations department Attends meetings sponsored by ISACA International Brings issues of chapter interest and importance to the meetings Builds rapport with other chapter presidents, association officers and ISACA International Appoints committee members, as authorized by the chapter board Works with other chapter officers to identify potential new members and volunteers Works with the treasurer to develop and verify budget Cosigns all checks, as specified by chapter bylaws and by chapter board Provides statement of account reports that are sent from ISACA International to the treasurer Oversees turnover procedures Ensures all files, records and correspondence are provided to new, directors and chairs by all members of the current board Advises new officers, directors and chairs as needed Oversees chapter annual reporting requirements
Assumes the duties of president when the president is absent Assists the president in establishing committees Develops specific, written short-term plans Explores long-range plans with chapter members Ensures that the functions of all chapter committees have been defined in writing and that each committee is staffed with competent, active members Directs and coordinates the administrative activities of standing and select committees Ensures goals and objectives can be met Ensures performance standards for committees are maintained Approves arrangements made for monthly meetings, seminars and events Manages the development, distribution and tabulation of all program surveys (i.e., those that identify speakers and areas of educational interest) Reports committee activities for standing and select committees Acts as liaison between committees and the chapter board Ensures board policies and decisions are communicated to committee chairs Reviews and updates all position descriptions and performance standards Ensures there are no obsolete, inadequate or incorrect descriptions or unrealistic standards Assists the president and treasurer in the preparation of the chapter budget Establishes and maintains relationships with other professional associations Attends internationally-sponsored meetings for chapter leaders as president-elect or as designated by the current chapter president