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Russell D. Nomer

Russell D. Nomer

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Summary

Strategic Information Security and Digital Transformation Executive with over 20 years of experience leading security initiatives for Fortune 500 companies. Expertise in developing and scaling global security programs that enhance business growth while mitigating risks in regulated industries. Proven ability to transform legacy systems, achieve compliance certifications, and guide C-suite executives on impactful security strategies. Recognized for improving operational efficiency and risk management through effective leadership of international teams.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CEO & Founder

Russell Nomer Consulting, Inc.
New York
01.2006 - Current
  • Established and independently operated a technology consulting service for 18+ years (2006-Present), initially providing IT support and evolving post-CISSP certification to specialize in cybersecurity, compliance (GRC), and IT advisory for clients, including those in regulated sectors.

Discovery & Information Governance Executive Consultant

HCL Software
Plainview
01.2024 - 01.2025
  • Led critical enterprise-wide digital transformation initiatives in collaboration with Legal, focusing on strategic eDiscovery and information governance implementation for IP litigation defense, protecting significant at-risk revenue ($100M+) resulting in eliminating data collection process inconsistencies and their risks.
  • Developed and executed strategic roadmaps for legacy system modernization and cloud migration in conjunction with tech and security leadership, strengthening legal discovery capabilities and safeguarding acquired IP assets leading to consistent data classification, risk categorization and continuity improving search efficiency, better risk reporting and more efficient and cost effective eDiscovery.
  • Provided strategic guidance to executive teams on comprehensive regulatory compliance and data privacy implementations, ensuring the protection of acquired technology assets and licensing agreements in collaboration with business leads resulted in standard operating procedures that streamlined their ongoing management in a manner that reduced errors and inconsistencies.

Chief Information Security Officer (Virtual)

Apaly Health, Inc.
Tampa
01.2018 - 01.2024
  • Built and led comprehensive security program enabling secure delivery of Advanced Primary Care (APC) services across nationwide healthcare networks which was foundational in going from startup to over 5,600 locations nationally.
  • Architected zero-trust infrastructure supporting HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform connecting employers with primary care providers, reducing security incidents by 76%.
  • Successfully achieved SOC 2 Type 2 certification, establishing security framework for scaling nationwide healthcare delivery platform resulting in additional investor confidence for additional rounds of investment.
  • Led international security team in developing robust data protection protocols for sensitive healthcare information exchange between providers, employers, and patients quickly meeting HIPAA requirements, passing SOC2 scrutiny and facilitating rapid adoption.

Vice President of Global Cyber Fusion

Cantor Fitzgerald/BGC/Newmark Financial Services
New York
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Oversaw 24/7 global security operations for a major financial institution, safeguarding multi-billion dollar daily transactions across a large international footprint (50+ locations) while assessing and streamlining the security stack for cost optimization and protection efficacy.
  • Spearheaded initiatives to significantly improve security operations efficiency, resulting in substantial reductions in mean time to detect (MTTD) and mean time to respond (MTTR) and cost efficiency of security operations technology stack with achieved savings of over $1,300,000.00 in less than one year.
  • Integrated incident response, threat intelligence, and DevSecOps capabilities into a streamlined process, enhancing risk mitigation reporting and achieving 100% compliance with 90 days.

Manager of Information Security

ASCAP
New York
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Collaboratively developed and gained executive acceptance for a three-year cybersecurity roadmap aligned with digital transformation initiatives and benchmarked against CIS Controls.
  • Served as key strategic advisor to C-suite on critical security initiatives including digital transformation security architecture and pandemic response protocols, leading to the adoption of enhanced cloud security measures.
  • Enhanced Security Operations and Awareness programs by implementing Qualys risk dashboards for business units and driving a 98% reduction in phishing susceptibility within one year through monthly Cofense campaigns.

Security Engineer

Brown & Brown Insurance
Garden City
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Recruited as Senior Security Engineer to architect the firm's first dedicated security program aimed at achieving NY DFS Part 500 compliance; immediately assessed security posture and identified critical gaps in vendor risk, endpoint security, and asset management.
  • Played a key role in responding to a critical, long-term security breach upon hire, contributing to the successful eviction of persistent threat actors through the rapid build-out and migration to a new, secure operating environment.
  • Recommended strategic improvements based on incident findings and compliance requirements, including adoption of CIS Controls, enhanced third-party risk management protocols, and alignment with regulatory best practices.

Senior Security Systems Advisor

Dell SecureWorks
Atlanta
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Revitalized security policies for the NFL, transforming documentation into actionable, measurable standards and advising on social media security protocols following a high-profile account compromise.
  • Served as Lead Incident Commander for Newscorp (incl. Dow Jones, WSJ) during a targeted doxing campaign against journalists; separately provided threat analysis for Regeneron, identifying IOCs from phishing attempts to enable timely countermeasures.
  • Guided implementation and refinement of critical security technologies for global clients, including SIEM (Miller & Molson Coors, NBC Universal - Splunk), PAM (NFL - Cyberark), CASB (Newscorp - Cisco Cloudlock), EDR/Threat Intel (NFL - Carbon Black), Network Forensics (NFL - ProtectWise) and Vulnerability Management (NBC Universal - Qualys).
  • Advised on the operationalization of Security Operations Center (SOC) capabilities for IHG and facilitated deployment of specialized security solutions like TAILS OS for high-risk journalists at Newscorp.

Information Security & Technology Consultant

HIP/Emblem Health
New York
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Advised CIO and CTO on strategic GRC and Incident Response initiatives, driving improvements in infrastructure resilience, operational efficiency, and M&A risk assessment.
  • Established robust server change management protocols using a mirrored-drive strategy for faster rollbacks, and leveraged Microsoft ADS to accelerate secure server builds for business continuity.
  • Implemented protocols within monitoring systems to clearly identify primary/secondary business/technical contacts, streamlining SOC communication during Incident Response.
  • Conducted security risk assessments and site surveys for M&A targets as part of organizational due diligence.

eDiscovery and IT Audit Manager

Forest Laboratories
New York
01.2006 - 01.2014
  • Led a transformation of eDiscovery and IT Audit functions, achieving significant cost savings in legal and third party auditor spending (estimated at up to 70%) through process improvements and technology implementation.

Global Technology Associate

CIBC World Markets Investment Bank
New York
01.2000 - 01.2006
  • Provided on-site technical support for investment bankers and executives in a high-pressure environment, managing troubleshooting, IT project coordination, incident support, and business continuity tasks.
  • Earned internal recognition (award) for successfully managing the update and deployment of endpoint DNS configuration packages bank-wide.
  • Received internal award for significant contributions to critical technology rebuilding and business recovery efforts impacting hundreds of users following the 9/11 attacks.

VP of Technology

Dynax Solutions/Primetime Staffing/Bernard Haldane/Lauren & Associates
01.1997 - 01.2000
  • Spearheaded a strategic shift to a consultative sales approach, resulting in substantial revenue gains and the acquisition of key clients in the financial services and technology sectors. This initiative contributed to a period of rapid expansion and increased profitability.
  • Trained and managed a team of 300 consultants across multiple locations/industries; implemented an incentive-based model focused on talent retention, contributing to increased client satisfaction and the acceleration of annual revenue growth from $8M to $30M in under one year.

Service Desk Manager/Consultant

The American Red Cross of Greater New York
New York
01.1996 - 01.1997
  • Built and managed the enterprise service desk team; provided technical leadership including spearheading the successful enterprise-wide migration from Novell Netware to Windows NT, overseeing IT disaster readiness planning, and managing technology budgets.

Business Development/Traffic Manager/Writer/Promotions/IT Lead

Z100 Radio, Shamrock & Chancellor Broadcasting
01.1994 - 01.1996
  • Pioneered the concept and developed the technical proposal (using Real Audio) for Z100's potential live online broadcast, demonstrating foresight in leveraging internet technology to expand audience reach (CUME) for advertisers.
  • Assumed full responsibility for daily Traffic Management operations during manager's extended leave, ensuring the accurate scheduling and broadcast execution of advertising logs critical to station revenue.
  • Contributed actively to station promotions and client advertising efforts by writing advertising copy, developing creative on-air sweepers, and participating in brainstorming for station events.
  • Provided foundational IT support for office computer systems, managing hardware/software maintenance, BIOS updates, and patching within the constraints of a dial-up environment.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Security Systems

Farmingdale State University of New York
Farmingdale, NY
01.2014

Bachelor - Political Communications, Radio, Television & Film

The George Washington University
Washington, DC
01.1994

Skills

  • Cloud platforms expertise
  • Cybersecurity tools proficiency
  • Incident response management
  • Regulatory compliance knowledge
  • Data protection strategies
  • Risk assessment capabilities
  • Security architecture design
  • Project management skills
  • Team leadership abilities
  • Executive communication skills

Certification

  • CISSP, 357906
  • ITIL, 843875
  • Splunk
  • Cisco Cloudlock
  • Kroll eDiscovery
  • Proofpoint ACSE
  • Qualys
  • Project Risk Management
  • MCP, 2728585
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), 357906

Publications

  • Mastering Onchain Security: A Comprehensive Guide for Blockchain Defenders, 2025
  • The CISO's Guide to Securing Artificial Intelligence, 2023
  • Preparing The Board for Information Warfare: A Cyberwar Survival Guide, 2023
  • Cybersecurity Tabletop Exercises: Mitigating Threats with MITRE ATT&CK, 2023
  • A Step by Step Guide to Obtaining FedRamp Certification, 2023
  • Cloud Forensics: Investigations, Tools and Techniques, 2023
  • The CISO's Guide to Surviving Machiavellian Politics, 2023
  • Cyberfusion Team Building, 2023

Technology Stacks

AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Defender, Carbon Black, Palo Alto Networks, Check Point, Okta, CyberArk, Thycotic, Splunk, Sentinel, LogRhythm, LogLogic, Arcsight, Qualys, Rapid7, Fortify, Burpsuite, ZAP, Everbridge, PagerDuty, Windows, Linux, MacOS, NIST, CMMC, ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, PCI, NYDFS 500 23, FDA 21-11, ISF SOGP, CIS, Relativity, Microsoft Purview, Encase, Access Data FTK, Helix, EDRM, ASCLD, Mindjet, MS Project, Jira, Monday, ServiceNow, Remedy, ChatGPT, Perplexity, Claude, Gemini, Threat Intelligence Analysis, Security Automation, Content Generation

Key Career Highlights

  • Spearheaded initiatives contributing to the acceleration of annual revenue growth from $8M to $30M (
  • Built and scaled security programs foundational to significant business growth (e.g., startup to 5,600+ locations) and investor confidence (achieved SOC 2 Type 2 certification).
  • Achieved major operational efficiencies and cost savings across multiple organizations, including up to 70% reduction in legal/auditor spend and over $1.3M (
  • Directed critical risk mitigation efforts, protecting $100M+ in revenue through strategic information governance and reducing security incidents by 76% via zero-trust architecture implementation.

Affiliations

  • Songwriting and music production
  • Authored over thirty self-published books available on Amazon
  • Instructor/Mentor for Artificial Intelligence and Information Security

Accomplishments

  • Learning Key International Honors Society
  • Recipient of numerous achievement awards for high value projects

Timeline

Discovery & Information Governance Executive Consultant

HCL Software
01.2024 - 01.2025

Vice President of Global Cyber Fusion

Cantor Fitzgerald/BGC/Newmark Financial Services
01.2021 - 01.2022

Manager of Information Security

ASCAP
01.2019 - 01.2020

Chief Information Security Officer (Virtual)

Apaly Health, Inc.
01.2018 - 01.2024

Security Engineer

Brown & Brown Insurance
01.2018 - 01.2019

Senior Security Systems Advisor

Dell SecureWorks
01.2016 - 01.2018

Information Security & Technology Consultant

HIP/Emblem Health
01.2014 - 01.2016

CEO & Founder

Russell Nomer Consulting, Inc.
01.2006 - Current

eDiscovery and IT Audit Manager

Forest Laboratories
01.2006 - 01.2014

Global Technology Associate

CIBC World Markets Investment Bank
01.2000 - 01.2006

VP of Technology

Dynax Solutions/Primetime Staffing/Bernard Haldane/Lauren & Associates
01.1997 - 01.2000

Service Desk Manager/Consultant

The American Red Cross of Greater New York
01.1996 - 01.1997

Business Development/Traffic Manager/Writer/Promotions/IT Lead

Z100 Radio, Shamrock & Chancellor Broadcasting
01.1994 - 01.1996

Bachelor of Science - Security Systems

Farmingdale State University of New York

Bachelor - Political Communications, Radio, Television & Film

The George Washington University

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