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Brent Predovich

Naples,FL

Summary

Results-driven IT security professional with a passion for insider risk management and IT compliance. Extensive experience advising Fortune 100 companies and small-to-midsize enterprises on creating tailored, simplified approaches to IT risk management. Skilled in insider threat mitigation, IT compliance frameworks, risk management tooling, and collaboration across departments to build comprehensive programs that meet regulatory and operational requirements.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal Analyst

Gartner Inc.
04.2021 - Current
  • Authored and led the Magic Quadrant for IT Risk Management/GRC and the Market Guide to Insider Risk Management Tools
  • Designed and implemented insider risk management programs aligned with regulatory and operational standards
  • Facilitated tool selection and provided expert guidance on solutions like Code42, Teramind, and Proofpoint
  • Advised domestic and international teams on GDPR compliance and insider threat mitigation
  • Guided organizations in adopting frameworks such as NIST 800-53, ISO 27001, SOC 2, and HITRUST
  • Led cross-functional teams to develop insider risk strategies and secure executive buy-in

Associate Principal Analyst

Gartner Inc.
08.2019 - 10.2020
  • Delivered strategic insights and roadmaps for IT compliance frameworks (PCI-DSS, ISO 27001, NIST)
  • Consulted on achieving ISO 27001 certification and addressing remediation gaps
  • Co-authored multiple publications on IT Risk Management and insider risk best practices

Technology Specialist

Huen Electric Inc.
06.2017 - 01.2019
  • Conducted penetration tests, network security audits, and compliance reviews for client networks
  • Developed and enforced access control policies to reduce insider risks
  • Performed Whitebox testing and compliance scans for client systems
  • Created and implemented SOW documents and service agreements for clients
  • Designed web applications to streamline security auditing processes

Technology Intern

Huen Electric Inc.
06.2017 - 12.2017
  • Supported security teams by deploying IDS/IPS solutions and performing P2V server migrations
  • Configured and maintained Active Directory, VPNs, and network integrity solutions (RAID, NAS)

Education

Bachelor of Information Systems -

Loyola University / Quinlan School of Business
Chicago, IL
12.2018

Associate of Arts (AA) -

College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL
05.2015

Skills

  • Insider Risk Program Development
  • IT Risk Management and Governance
  • Compliance Framework Implementation
  • Insider Risk Tool Expertise
  • Risk Assessment and Remediation
  • Cross-functional team leadership
  • Regulatory Adherence and Privacy Standards
  • Insider Risk Management
  • IT Risk Management Platforms
  • Frameworks and Compliance

Hobbies and Interests

St. Alphonsus School & Parish, 08/01/14, 05/01/18, Served as a fifth-grade catechist, developing innovative teaching strategies for students with learning challenges, fostering an inclusive and effective learning environment.

Software and tools

  • Insider Risk Management: Teramind, Code42, Proofpoint, DTEX, MS E5
  • IT Risk Management Platforms: ServiceNow, IBM OpenPages, RSA Archer, MetricStream, CyberSaint
  • Frameworks & Compliance: NIST (800-53, 800-171, CSF, RMF), ISO (27001, 27701), SOC 2, PCI-DSS, HITRUST, GDPR

Timeline

Principal Analyst

Gartner Inc.
04.2021 - Current

Associate Principal Analyst

Gartner Inc.
08.2019 - 10.2020

Technology Specialist

Huen Electric Inc.
06.2017 - 01.2019

Technology Intern

Huen Electric Inc.
06.2017 - 12.2017

Bachelor of Information Systems -

Loyola University / Quinlan School of Business

Associate of Arts (AA) -

College of DuPage

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