GuidePoint Security, a cybersecurity solutions leader that enables
organizations to make smarter decisions and minimize risk, announced
today that it has appointed Joe Leonard as its Chief Information
Security Officer (CISO) and Chief Technology Officer (CTO). This
executive appointment is a first-time role for the company and will set
the stage for secure operations and continuity at scale as GuidePoint’s
rapid growth continues.
“As many organizations struggle to navigate a complex, crowded and
ever-evolving cybersecurity market, they’re turning to GuidePoint
because we have the knowledge and expertise to guide and support them on
their cybersecurity maturation journey. As their trusted advisor on this
course, it’s critical that our own policies, systems, processes and
resources continue to meet the highest security standards and
regulations,” stated Leonard. “I’m eager to get to work.”
In his role as CISO and CTO, Joe is responsible for all aspects of
GuidePoint’s Information Security program, including people, processes,
technology and governance. He is also charged with delivering scalable
and secure operations to GuidePoint’s customer base by ensuring the
company’s ability to meet third party assessment requirements. Joe
brings more than 20 years of information security, network availability
and operational expertise, including previous C-Suite experience as the
CISO at Presidio and leadership roles at Northrop Grumman, Digex and
BBN/GTE Internetworking.
To learn more about career opportunities at GuidePoint Security, visit guidepointsecurity.com/about/careers.
About GuidePoint Security
GuidePoint Security provides trusted cybersecurity expertise, solutions
and services that help organizations make better decisions that minimize
risk. By taking a three-tiered, holistic approach for evaluating
security posture and ecosystems, GuidePoint enables some of the nation’s
top organizations, such as Fortune 500 companies and U.S. government
agencies to identify threats, optimize resources and integrate best-fit
solutions that mitigate risk. For more information, visit guidepointsecurity.com.
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