As the CISO at Xactly Corp, I bring over 15 years of experience in cybersecurity, cloud, and business alignment to accelerate growth and resilience. I am a co-author of The CISO Evolution, a practical guide for cybersecurity leaders to communicate effectively with senior management and boards. I am also a co-founder of a cybersecurity consulting firm and a venture advisor at YL Ventures, where I help early-stage startups scale and succeed in the market.I have a proven track record of building trust and collaboration among stakeholders, establishing and enhancing cybersecurity programs, and delivering tangible business outcomes. I have a robust background in cybersecurity operations, sales, consulting, and management and an MBA from Colorado State University. I am a learner, achiever, and analytical thinker with a strong sense of discipline and context. My mission is to create sustainable value and avoid earnings volatility by balancing mission, risk, and regulation.
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Chief Information Security OfficerXactly Corp Jun 2023 - PresentLos Gatos, California, Us -
Venture AdvisorYl Ventures Apr 2022 - PresentMill Valley, Ca, Us -
Co-FounderCiso Evolution Llc. Feb 2020 - Present -
Advisory Board MemberNopsec Apr 2022 - Mar 2024New York, Ny, Us -
AdvisorBreachquest May 2023 - Feb 2024Sold to Resilience -
Official MemberForbes Technology Council Jan 2022 - Dec 2023Boston, Ma, Us -
Advisory Board MemberCybergrx Apr 2022 - Jul 2023Denver, Colorado, UsSold to ProcessUnity -
Advisory Board MemberF5 Jul 2022 - Jun 2023Seattle, Washington, Us -
Cloud Advisory Board MemberCoalfire Mar 2019 - Jun 2023Greenwood Village, Co, Us -
Chief Information Security OfficerLogicworks Apr 2017 - Feb 2023New York, Ny, UsAs a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), Matt leads the information security function for Logicworks. His role includes responsibility for information security governance, risk management, strategy, and architecture and compliance. He is actively engaged in defining security and compliance service offerings delivered to Logicworks clients. -
Advisory Board Member - Ithaca College Cybersecurity ProgramIthaca College Apr 2020 - Mar 2022Ithaca, Ny, Us -
Technical Advisory Board MemberCavirin Systems, Inc. Apr 2018 - Mar 2019Santa Clara, Ca, Us -
Head Of Global Information SecurityCrocs, Inc Aug 2014 - May 2016Broomfield, Co, UsMatt was responsible for the enterprise information security vision, providing a balanced blend of governance, risk management, and measurement. He built a cogent security brand that was marketed to internal stakeholders for the purpose of shifting organizational culture toward cyber security awareness. He pro-actively established alliances with business line leaders to manage the information risk profile. In doing so, he designed human resource and financial plans covering Crocs Global Corporate, Retail, and Regional information security functions. He champoined enhancements to enterprise capabilities including:♦ Information Governance♦ Online Brand Protection♦ Intellectual Property Risk Management♦ PCI Compliance♦ Computer Security Incident Response♦ Vulnerability & Threat Management♦ Security Awareness Training♦ Advanced Infrastructure Security ♦ Third Party Risk Management -
Director, Strategic ServicesOptiv (Formerly Fishnet Security) Jul 2010 - Aug 2014As a Director of Strategic Services at Fishnet Security, Matt served as a strategic advisor to CISOs of enterprise clients by understanding, supporting, and enabling their organization’s long-term security initiatives. Matt specializes in finding unique, win/win solutions to successfully meet corporate security goals and business objectives.As an information security expert, Matt assisted in the transformation of security programs from cost centers to business differentiated service centers. His clients most often request assistance with engagements targeted to reduce enterprise risk, achieve and maintain compliance, and optimize operational efficiency.As a thought leader he was featured as a conference speaker on topics including: ♦ Information Security Governance♦ Metrics♦ Ethics in IT Security ♦ The Evolving Threat Landscape♦ High Impact Changes of PCI Compliance v3 He was responsible for a $3M business portfolio, comprised of clients from Fortune 500 and global institutions.
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Sabbatical - Multinational Cultural Intelligence (Cq)Inertia Interrupted Oct 2011 - Jan 2013Expand Life Experience:♦ Camino de Santiago pilgrimage (walked ~800 km / 500 mi)♦ Complete Registered Yoga Teacher Training (200 hours)♦ Obtain PADI Master Scuba Diver Rating♦ Trek to Everest Basecamp♦ Volunteer for one (1) month in Vietnam, teaching English and working with underprivileged / disabled♦ Visit 4 of the New 7 Wonders of the World♦ Intensive Mandarin Chinese language study (240 hours)♦ Published as travel writer and photographerContribute financially to eight (8) non-profit organizations
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Engagement ManagerExperis It - A Manpowergroup Company Jan 2010 - Jul 2010Kolkata, West Bengal, InMatt was responsible for managing security consulting teams that performed web, wireless, and social security testing, developed corporate security policies, and reviewed enterprise security practices.Matt’s skill set has enabled him to perform and manage IT security assessments to meet needs of industry best practices for risk management and IT governance. He has performed computer forensics to identify and investigate compromised data. He has also mentored delivery staff on wireless, network, and application assessment and penetration testing methodologies. -
Senior Security ConsultantCiber Inc. Sep 2008 - Jan 2010
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It Security Auditor / Penetration Testing Practice LeadCoalfire Systems Inc. Jun 2006 - Sep 2008Greenwood Village, Co, Us -
Web Developer / System AdminDiversified Animated Technologies Associates, Inc. (Data, Inc.) Jun 2005 - Oct 2006
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System AdministratorThe Vanheyst Group May 2004 - Oct 2004
Matthew Sharp Education Details
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Colorado State UniversityGeneral -
University Of Colorado BoulderComputer & Electrical Engineering
Frequently Asked Questions about Matthew Sharp
What company does Matthew Sharp work for?
Matthew Sharp works for Xactly Corp
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Matthew Sharp's current role is CISO | Author | Advisor.
What schools did Matthew Sharp attend?
Matthew Sharp attended Colorado State University, University Of Colorado Boulder.
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Matthew Sharp's colleagues are Ramraj E, Payal Kumari, Arantika Bagewadi, Simon Wong, Jonnalyn Ilges, Jayachandra Raju Suraparaju, Rohit Nargundkar.
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