ROBERT SMITH
MBA, MS, CISSP, OSCP, CISA
Director of Security Services
Robert is a driven technology expert with a proven track record in assessing and determining business, technology, and security requirements to establish achievable short- and long-term goals while tailoring his communication style to effectively work across departments and with all levels of the organization in a way that produces comfort, understanding, and action.
Robert is passionate about providing clients with capabilities that enhance their security posture and ensure that secure best-practices work cohesively with their business goals. He has received a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems Internetworking Technologies from Strayer University, a Master of Science in Information Systems and Technology Management from Capella University, and a Master of Business Administration in Information Technology Management from Western Governors University. He also holds several professional designations, including Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP), Web Application Penetration Tester (eWPT), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), and others.
With over a decade of experience in compliance, risk management, and information security roles, Robert has operated as a consultant in multiple organizations and as a Chief Security Officer for a software development firm. Over his career he has conducted information security audits and assessments, designed and implemented security programs, conducted penetration testing, and has delivered cybersecurity skills training to security professionals. Experienced in both technical and executive communications, Robert can act as a bridge to all parties and ensure that perspective is provided at all levels in an engagement.
When not working, he enjoys gaming, spending time with his family, and reading.
