Michael L. Woodson
Details
Project Management Institute
2023 : 2023
Cyber Leadership Program, CISO/Cyber Executive
Cyber Leadership Institute
2022
Master of Science - MS
Economic Crime Management,
Utica University
2000 : 2002
Master of Science - MS
Criminal Justice/Police Science
Boston University
1996 : 1998
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc)
Broadcast Management,
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
1979 : 1983
Sonesta Hotels
Director of Information Security and Privacy
1999 :
Northeastern University
Lecturer, Information Security Management and Network Security
➤ Drove unprecedented growth and security operations excellence by transcending MBTAs total information security needs, development and deliveries of wide-ranging information security strategy which optimized the security posture of the organization.
➤ Masterminded a $15M security modernization initiative by collaborating executive teams on establishing strategic and tactical goals and defining operating policies and procedures that reinvigorated security governance frameworks.
➤ Dramatically reduced overhead cost by enhancing access control mechanisms and network detection that optimized network segmentation and resiliency and streamlined operational performance
➤ Refined and extended highest standards of investigation of information security breaches by overseeing incident response planning and partnering with legal and compliance that created a security culture and reduced enterprise risks.
➤ Elicited a relentlessly positive and winning attitude in security campaigns and information risks strategy by motivating and inspiring teams and key business leaders that created a cooperative and inspirational leadership at all levels.
2019 : 2021
MBTA
Chief Information Security Officer
➤ Tapped as subject matter expert (SME) and a trusted advisor, leading change management initiatives, assessing overall risk for IT systems, cloud infrastructure, and enterprise applications, that transformed security controls and overall IT architecture for large cybersecurity initiatives.
➤ Led security program management for complex cyber security engagements across all stages of the consulting life cycle : business process consulting and problem definition to solution deployment that met new and evolving demands
2017 : 2019
Infosys
Principal Enterprise Applications, Cloud Infrastructure and Security Advisory Services
➤ Helmed a high-visibility position, driving remarkable evolution and architecture of overall cyber security services that intensified overall security controls among project teams.
➤ Orchestrated and motivated the Cyber Security Advisory Services practice focused on Digital Governance, Cyber Security Advisory and Risk Assessment Management Consultancy for federal and state government and corporate entities.
2016 : 2017
Taino Consulting Group (SBA 8A Certified Firm)
Senior Vice President Cyber Security Advisor Services
Skills
Analytics, Anti-corruption, Application Security, Business Analysis, Business Continuity, Business Process Improvement, CISSP, Computer Forensics, Computer Security, Crisis Management, Cybercrime, Data Privacy, Data Security, Enforcement, Enterprise Risk Management, Forensic Analysis, Fraud, Fraud Investigations, Governance, Government, Incident Response, Information Security, Information Security Management, Information Technology, Integration, Investigation, ISO 27001, Leadership, Litigation Support, Managed Security Services, Management, Money Laundering, Networking, Network Security, Organizational Development, Penetration Testing, Police, Policy, Privacy Law, Private Investigations, Process Improvement, Program Management, Project Management, Risk Assessment, Risk Management, Security, Security Audits, Security Awareness, Security Management, Vulnerability Assessment
About
With over two decades of experience in information security management and cyber risk advisory, I am currently the Director of Information Security and Privacy at Sonesta Hotels, a leading hospitality company with over 1,200 properties worldwide. My mission is to safeguard Sonesta's data, systems, and reputation from cyber threats, while enabling business growth and innovation.
As a certified and recognized cybersecurity executive and practitioner, I have a proven track record of delivering impactful security initiatives and driving large-scale change programs across diverse and complex organizations. I have developed and implemented comprehensive IT security assessments and roadmaps that mitigated critical security risks and aligned with industry best practices and regulatory standards. I have also mentored and led global teams that ensured a highly secure yet frictionless computing environment for Sonesta's guests, employees, and partners. Additionally, I have been sharing my knowledge and expertise as a lecturer in information security management and network security at Northeastern University since 1999.
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