Jim is a Cybersecurity Executive with Cyber Inspired and has over 25 years of experience in IT, primarily focused on information security strategy, governance and risk management. 

Jim is an active practitioner, serving as a Senior Cybersecurity Solutions Advisor to several Fortune 100 clients as part of his role at Optiv Security.

Jim is also the founder of Cyber Inspired, LLC, where he leads a team on a mission to provide Cybersecurity education that empowers communities to more safely navigate our digital world!  We raise the level of cybersecurity awareness and social responsibility through Digital Citizenship and Cyberbullying programs while also attracting, educating and inspiring people to passionately pursue a career in cybersecurity.

Prior to founding Cyber Inspired, Jim served as the Cybersecurity Governance Officer for BNP Paribas, where he was an involved in establishing Cybersecurity Strategy and producing operational and executive level reports that clearly illustrate the security posture of the region over time.

Jim holds several highly regarded industry certifications including Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), GIAC Strategic Planning, Policy & Leadership (GSTRT), GIAC Certified Penetration Tester (GPEN), GIAC Systems and Network Auditor (GSNA) and a CISO certification (C-CISO).