I am a down-to-earth cybersecurity traditionalist who prioritizes the core principles of cybersecurity. Security fundementals matter far more than people realize. It is so easy to get blinded by the constant barrage of "new" technologies claming to be the next greatest slice of bread. People get distracted by the sales calls and marketing spin, and in doing so forget to follow the fundementals. This is where I shine.As a seasoned IT security leader my focus lies on implementing the fundamentals of cybersecurity. No fancy bells or whistles; I focus on the basics first. With a strong background in risk management and security operations, I help ensure business systems, networks, and data remain secure and in alignment with industry and government regulations. I firmly believe that if you build security properly you can be both secure and compliant.I have had the pleasure to work across many industries over the years, such as Department of Defense, Critical Infrastructure (Energy, Finance, Health), Entertainment, and Automotive. I've seen it all you could say. That broad base of experience allowed me to bring a practical approach to safeguarding the companies I've worked for.Key Competencies:• Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating potential risks to protect valuable business assets.• Security Operations: Ensuring smooth security operations and governance to maintain robust defenses and response capabilities.• Compliance: Assisting with security audits and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements (HIPPA, SOC2, GLBA, NERC CIP, etc.).• Incident Response: Crafting effective, common-sense strategies to minimize the impact of security incidents.• Insider Threat: Protecting a companies systems and data from loss and theft is equally important to edge and endpoint security.• Security Roadmaps: Creating plans and processes that align with the business needs and enhance its security posture.If you wish to learn more about me let's connect.