Michael R.
Orlando, FL · Executive Security and Compliance · Independent Consultant
North Central College
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About
Michael R. is a global cybersecurity and compliance executive with a proven track record of leading enterprise security programs and advising boards on cyber governance. He excels at aligning cybersecurity strategy with business priorities, managing significant budgets, and building robust governance frameworks. Recognized for reducing risk exposure, minimizing compliance costs, and enabling responsible organizational growth, Michael is also bilingual in English and Spanish.
Specialties
- Cybersecurity Consulting
- Governance & Compliance
- Risk Management
- Security Program Management
- Security Strategy
Skills
- Governance and Compliance
- FERPA
- HIPAA
- GLBA
- PCI
- GDPR
- AIGP
- policy development
- board reporting
- Executive Leadership
45 skills in total
Licenses & Certifications
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CCISO
ISC²
Issued Sep 2016 · Expires Oct 2027
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AIGP (AI Governance)
IAPP
Issued Jun 2025 · Expires Jun 2027
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CISSP
ISC²
Issued Jul 2024 · Expires Jun 2027
4 certifications in total
Experience
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Executive Security and Compliance Consultant
Independent Consultant
Feb 2026 — Present
US
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Director, Information Security
Depaul University
Jan 2022 — Dec 2025
Chicago IL
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Director, Global Security
Faro Technologies
Jan 2021 — Dec 2021
US, Singapore, and Germany
6 experiences in total
Education
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North Central College
MS, MIS
Sep 1992
Recent posts
[celebration:new_certification]Has successfully verified **AIGP (AI Governance)** (IAPP), **CCISO** (ISC²) and 2 more certifications