Brian DePersiis — CEO
Brian DePersiis is a Principal within EY’s Cybersecurity Consulting practice and has over 20 years of experience in the areas of cybersecurity, risk management, governance, IT internal audit, third party security risk management (TPSRM) and data protection and privacy consulting services. He is focused on helping clients implement cyber resiliency programs with a broader focus on cyber risk management initiatives including regulatory, audit and compliance initiatives. Brian works closely with his clients to transform cybersecurity risk management programs to better address critical cybersecurity and data privacy related risks – with a specific focus on using the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (“CSF”) as a leading practice model and providing security focused insights relevant to large system implementations. He has a successful track record of helping clients within the Life Sciences, Pharmaceuticals, Healthcare and Biotechnology sectors. Brian also serves as the EY Americas Cybersecurity Strategy Leader. In this role, he works closely with client’s Boards and C-suite executives to discuss the importance of their cyber risk management investments and weigh in on the development of their strategic priorities. At EY, we have a mission of building a better and more secure working world by safeguarding businesses, fostering trust, promoting innovation, and enhancing overall resilience against cyber threats. When we engage with Boards and C-suite executives on the topic of cyber, it is imperative for us to tie our focus and the important work that is to be done to that which is considered to be most critical to the business. He has experience in helping clients to define strategic priorities within their cybersecurity and data protection programs, make improvements and investments in areas where critical risks have been identified and necessary changes are required to be implemented.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Cybersecurity Consultant with expertise in risk management for the Life Sciences and Healthcare sectors.
Location: New York, New York, United States
Experience: 24 yrs 2 mos
Career Highlights
- Over 20 years of cybersecurity experience.
- Expert in cyber risk management and compliance.
- Leader in cybersecurity strategy for major clients.
Work Experience
EY
Americas Cybersecurity Strategy Leader (1 yr 8 mos)
US-East Cybersecurity Consulting Leader (1 yr 10 mos)
Partner/Principal, EY Consulting (6 yrs 9 mos)
Senior Manager, Advisory Services (13 yrs 10 mos)
Omicron Delta Kappa
Regional Director (4 yrs)
University at Albany
Resident Assistant (3 yrs)
Education
BS at University at Albany
at Union Endicott High School