Patrick Osborne

I help organizations take their security and compliance requirements and turn them into business differentiators. I achieve this by developing programs that align with each business’ unique culture and goals, positioning them as leaders in their respective markets while conforming to obligations. Having successfully grown organizations from the inside, I enjoy collaborating with client companies as an objective partner who implements new programs without changing the fundamental business culture. My high-level vision for solving client challenges is a natural extension of my senior-level experience in... ► MANAGEMENT: I understand how business goals match the program that is being implemented. Without business objectives and management backing, no program can be successfully sustained. ► SECURITY/COMPLIANCE: I engage cross-functional units to achieve security objectives. Security is not just for the IT Department or Security Team. All parties have a role to play and they must understand their function within the program. ► TECHNOLOGY: Having performed multiple IT roles, aids me in evaluating the controls in place and gauging their effectiveness. My hands-on experience with multiple levels of the technology benefits me to identify areas for improvement. I’ve always believed the cornerstone of any security/compliance program hinges not only on the responsible team but also the end users. As a security advocate and educator, I thrive on increasing awareness and establishing fundamental, repeatable processes that enhance the security/compliance posture for each company. SPECIALTIES: Information Security, Governance, Risk and Compliance Management (GRC), Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, Security Solutions Architect, Risk Management Framework, CISSP, Incident Response Team Creation, Incident Response Operations, Policy Management, Business Continuity Management, IT Service Management, Security Training and Awareness, ISO, NIST