Don Warden II

Defending the digital frontier with expertise and vigilance.

Don Warden II is a prominent figure in the cybersecurity field, currently serving as the Director of Incident Response at Cyber Guards since May 2023. With over 30 years of experience in cybersecurity and IT, he leads a skilled team focused on detecting, responding to, and mitigating security incidents and breaches. His role involves developing and implementing incident response strategies and policies to protect critical assets and information for clients.1 3

Professional Background

Director of Incident Response at Cyber Guards (May 2023 - Present)
- Responsible for leading incident response efforts and collaborating with various teams to align these efforts with business objectives.
- Develops comprehensive incident response plans and conducts exercises to validate their effectiveness.1 2
Director of Operations at Cyber Guards (August 2020 - May 2023)
- Managed daily operations and led client reviews on security posture while focusing on Governance and Risk Compliance (GRC) initiatives.1 2
Senior Associate, Cybersecurity at Alvaka Networks (October 2020 - Present)
- Provides expert guidance on remediation efforts for clients affected by ransomware and other attacks, acting as a cybersecurity incident response commander.1 4
Owner and Chief Technology Officer at CyberCloudPro (April 2020 - Present)
- Offers cybersecurity, cloud, and infrastructure services to various clients.1

Key Skills and Contributions

Expertise in Digital Forensics, Incident Response, and Cybersecurity Threat Hunting.
Collaborates with law enforcement on cybercrime cases involving corporations and high-net-worth individuals.
Featured speaker in monthly video blogs discussing complex cybersecurity challenges.1 2

Don Warden's extensive experience positions him as a leader in the cybersecurity sector, dedicated to enhancing the security posture of organizations through strategic incident response management.