I am a business-savvy information security professional and former CEO with over 15 years of experience in cybersecurity strategy, risk management, and program development. As a vCISO at Cybersecurity Advisory Group, I provide leadership, direction, and guidance in assessing and evaluating security and privacy risks for clients across various industries and sectors. I leverage my extensive knowledge of cybersecurity standards, frameworks, and best practices to perform security control assessments, conduct security risk assessments and gap analysis, and provide M&A cybersecurity due diligence.I have a proven track record of driving outstanding outcomes by combining business objectives with robust security and privacy measures. As a former CEO, I have the background to translate cybersecurity risks into business risks, helping leadership understand how cybersecurity gaps directly impact the bottom line. I have also demonstrated my ability to build and manage a top-tier technical team, devise and implement a comprehensive security program from scratch, and foster innovation and growth while ensuring cybersecurity compliance. My forward-thinking approach to integrating security, privacy, and operations into the overarching business strategy proved to be a critical factor in elevating the value of my previous company and successfully securing its acquisition in 2019. I am passionate about helping startups and small and medium-sized businesses protect their assets and achieve their goals in the face of cyber threats.