Nick Espinosa — CEO
The global threat landscape continues to explode. Is your organization prepared to deal with malicious online threats? ◉ $19.5 trillion: The total estimated value of cybercrime, making it the world’s third-largest economy. ◉ 4 million: The number of files that are stolen online every day (That’s 44 files every second!) ◉ 2 seconds: By 2031, a significant ransomware attack will happen within this timeframe. I’m an international expert and public speaker with more than 25 years of experience in cybersecurity and network infrastructure. My mission is clear: to make cybersecurity not just a must for your organization but a catalyst for fundamentally transforming the way you work. I design, build, and implement encryption systems, multinational networks, multi-tiered infrastructures, and small business environments for clients worldwide. My years of industry expertise propel clients out of challenging security situations and provide specialized cybersecurity solutions to protect their digital infrastructure. With cybersecurity solutions, your organization: ◉ Is better equipped for strategic growth ◉ Can generate more revenue ◉ Can thrive in an ecosystem of compliant vendors ◉ Will have measures set up that optimize how you operate ◉ Will be differentiated because it has proof that it’s secure ◉ Will be able to demonstrate business maturity When I’m not talking about cybersecurity and risk management, I like racing cars. Like cybersecurity, speed and time are of the essence, and both require you to be prepared while anticipating the next move. Don't wait until your organization’s IT infrastructure is compromised. Contact me to learn more about how you can take the necessary steps to build up your cyber resilience so you can thrive without compromise. Email: nick@securityfanatics.com Website: www.securityfanatics.com Book me for an event: https://www.securityfanatics.com/about-nick My YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NickEspinosa
Stackforce AI infers this person is a cybersecurity expert with a focus on risk management and strategic growth.
Location: Chicago, Illinois, United States
Experience: 27 yrs 7 mos
Skills
- Board Level
Career Highlights
- Over 25 years of cybersecurity expertise.
- International speaker on cybersecurity and risk management.
- Advocate for transforming cybersecurity into a business catalyst.
Work Experience
Consumers Credit Union
Member Board of Directors (1 yr)
2023 Congressional App Challenge
Official Judge (2 mos)
2022 Congressional App Challenge
Official Judge (3 mos)
Foundation for a Human Internet (humanID)
Member Board of Directors (former President) (3 yrs 7 mos)
Strategic Advisor (4 yrs 6 mos)
InfoSec Court
Press Director (3 yrs 8 mos)
2021 Congressional App Challenge
Official Judge (2 mos)
TechTimeRadio
Regular Cybersecurity Contributor (4 yrs 11 mos)
College of Lake County
Cybersecurity Advisory Committee Member (5 yrs 1 mo)
St. Viator High School
Member, Board of Trustees (5 yrs 7 mos)
2020 Congressional App Challenge
Official Judge (4 mos)
Private Directors Association®
Strategic Advisor, Cybersecurity Initiative (4 yrs 8 mos)
COVID-19 Cyber Threat Coalition
Official Spokesperson & Steering Committee Member (5 yrs 2 mos)
IoT Security Institute
Specialist Contributor and Advisor (7 yrs 2 mos)
TEDx
Public Speaker (7 yrs 10 mos)
Kids Enjoy Exercise Now - KEEN Chicago
Member Board Of Directors (4 yrs)
Various Radio Stations
Nationally Syndicated Radio Show Host (7 yrs 11 mos)
Roosevelt University
Member Board of Advisors, College of Arts and Sciences (8 yrs 1 mo)
Board Member - Center for Cyber and Information Security (8 yrs 7 mos)
Bits N' Bytes Cybersecurity Education
Member, Board of Advisors (8 yrs 2 mos)
Forbes Technology Council
Official Member (8 yrs 7 mos)
US Army
Board Member - Education Committee of Military Veterans Recruiting Group (2 yrs)
InfraGard
Member (8 yrs 8 mos)
101.3 FM WHIW
Radio Talk Show Host (5 yrs)
St. Viator High School Alumni Association
Board Member (9 yrs 9 mos)
SmartFile
Regular Columnist on Technology, Security & The Future (2 yrs 5 mos)
Easy Prey - Amazon Best Selling Book
Co Author (7 mos)
Security Fanatics
Chief Security Fanatic (10 yrs 5 mos)
Vistage Worldwide, Inc.
Board Member - Trusted Advisor (7 yrs 4 mos)
BSSi2 LLC
International Media Contributor for Print, Audio and Video (8 yrs 7 mos)
CIO (10 yrs)
Windy City Networks, Inc. (Acquired)
President and Founder (14 yrs 9 mos)
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) at Roosevelt University