Dean Mallis

Dean Mallis is an accomplished professional with over 13 years of experience in various cyber security domains including computer forensics, incident response, penetration testing, physical security assessments, and vendor assessments.

His unique background as a former licensed private investigator and executive protection specialist blends traditional investigations with cyber security, enabling him to approach security challenges from a real-world perspective.

Dean has held executive positions in fortune 100 companies and currently serves as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for MARTA, where he oversees the organization's cybersecurity strategy.

In addition to his corporate roles, Dean has conducted numerous consulting projects ranging from penetration testing to comprehensive gap assessments, contributing to the security posture of various entities.

Dedicated to community service, Dean has volunteered his expertise to assist the Villa Rica Police department with computer forensic tasks and served as the Executive Director of RECON, an organization focused on locating missing and abducted children.

With a belief that security and business success are intertwined, Dean has consistently strived to enhance security measures while facilitating business growth in every role he undertakes.

Dean's educational background includes a Bachelor of Science degree from Utica College, studies in Computer Science at Columbia University in The City of New York, and an Associates in Biology from Nassau Community College.