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Mark Fernandes
Professional based in San Mateo, California
Mark Fernandes is the Global Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at CAE, a position he has held since February 2023. In this role, he leads a global team of security experts focused on enhancing trust, confidence, and growth within CAE, which specializes in flight safety, defense operational enablement, and mission support.
With over 28 years of experience in cybersecurity, Fernandes has held several significant positions prior to his current role. He served as the Chief Technology Officer (Security) at Micro Focus from April 2020 to February 2023 and was the Group Technology Officer at Accenture for about a year. Additionally, he spent over six years at Deloitte Canada, where he was the Global Partner for Cyber Strategy and Innovation, contributing to the firm's strategic growth in cybersecurity.
Fernandes holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Aerotechnology from Bowling Green State University and has various certifications, including those from Check Point Software Technologies and Cisco. His extensive background in cybersecurity encompasses governance, analytics, advanced threat defenses, and more, underscoring his expertise in the field.1
