Michael M.
Paris, France · Founder & President / CISO · Northwoods Global Advisors
HEC Paris
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About
Two-time CISO and global security leader with extensive experience in M&A transitions, regulatory compliance (GDPR, ISO 27001), and board-level cybersecurity governance. Proven track record of building and scaling security programs for publicly traded companies and global SaaS platforms, including significant expertise in incident response and risk management. Currently based in Paris and pursuing an Executive MBA at HEC Paris.
Specialties
- AI / ML Security
- CISO / Security Leadership
- Cloud Security Architecture
- Cybersecurity Consulting
- Security Strategy
Skills
- Cybersecurity Strategy
- Information Security Management System (ISMS)
- ISO 27001
- GDPR
- Data Protection Officer (DPO)
- M&A Security Integration
- Board Governance
- Crisis Management
- Cloud Security
- Incident Response
27 skills in total
Experience
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Founder & President
Northwoods Global Advisors
Jan 2017 — Present
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Chief Information Security Officer
Rover, Inc.
Jan 2022 — Jan 2024
Seattle, Washington, USA
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Chief Information Security Officer / Data Protection Officer
OpenMarket
Jan 2018 — Jan 2021
Seattle, Washington, USA
7 experiences in total
Education
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HEC Paris
Executive MBA
Sep 2026
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University of Maryland
Bachelor of Science, Management
Jan 1986