I am a courageous, objective, and high-integrity executive known for soundbusiness management, the enablement of company priorities, and the development of industry-leading security operations. I leverage clear expectations, transparency, and a servant leadership style to energize and empower high performance teams. I’m also a proactive communicator andinfluencer who clearly articulates concepts to executive, technical, and nontechnical audiences. I’m driven by a passion to solve complex problems and modernize operations with innovative solutions and products.My expertise spans security architecture, network security, cloud security, identity and access management (IAM), application security, data security, security information and event management (SIEM), security standards, security frameworks, and the study of emerging technologies like AI, ML,and IoT.Within my career, I have:• Built a world-class Cyber Security Operations Center and set a new industry standard for Security Access Controls that revolutionized device security for a Fortune 500 company.• Created an NIST strategy with full project execution, moving a global organization to the industry’s best-in-class rating.• Served as a trusted advisor and thought leader to hundreds of Chief Information Security Officers, Chief Executive Officers, and Governments, aiding complex security problem solving and solution planning.• Impactfully managed geographically dispersed teams with up to 160 members and budgets up to 8-figures. I’ve established professional development, performance management, and succession planning across highly technical functions.• Led multiple M&A integrations, consolidating disparate cultures, drivers, and complex information systems into existing cultures and frameworks. I’ve also maintained morale and need-to-know security architecture throughout these changes.My colleagues describe me as honest, proactive, and caring. I consistently drive transparency and continuous improvement. I’m best known for inspiring a growth mindset, solving complex problems with modern solutions, and building trust and collaboration within and between teams.I welcome connections to share field knowledge, thought leadership and mutually beneficial opportunities.