Ira Winkler

Award winning CISO, top-rated keynote speaker, bestselling author, but really just trying to leave the world more secure than how I found it. Feel free to Connect instead of just Follow.

Ira Winkler is a prominent cybersecurity professional with extensive experience in the field. He currently serves as an Adjunct Faculty member at the College of Information Studies (INFO) at the University of Maryland, a position he has held since July 2023.1

Professional Experience

Winkler's career in cybersecurity spans several decades, with notable positions including:

Field CISO and Vice President at CYE (2022 - Present)1
Chief Security Architect at Walmart (2021 - 2022)1
Chief Information Security Officer at Skyline Technology Solutions (2020 - 2021)1
President of Internet Security Advisors Group (2005 - Present)1

Academic Roles

In addition to his position at the University of Maryland, Winkler has been an Adjunct Faculty member at the University of Maryland Baltimore County since January 2021.1

Achievements and Recognition

Winkler is recognized as an:

Award-winning CISO
Top-rated keynote speaker
Bestselling author2 3 4

He has received several honors, including:

Cybersecurity Champion of the Year by the Cybersecurity Association of Maryland (October 2022)1
2021 Top Cybersecurity Leader by Security Magazine (March 2021)1
Compass Award from CSO Magazine (October 2013)1

Publications

Winkler is the author of "You Can Stop Stupid," a book he has been promoting since December 2020.1

Professional Philosophy

Winkler describes himself as "really just trying to leave the world more secure than how I found it".2 3 4 This statement reflects his commitment to improving cybersecurity practices and educating others in the field.

Additional Expertise

Interestingly, Winkler also holds several scuba diving certifications, including PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer and PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor1, showcasing his diverse interests beyond the realm of cybersecurity.