Ryan McCarthy

Ryan McCarthy is a seasoned cybersecurity executive currently serving as a Senior Director in Technology Consulting at Protiviti, a global consulting firm.23 With over 18 years of experience in the cybersecurity domain, Ryan has developed extensive expertise across various aspects of information security.3

Professional Background

Ryan's career has been marked by significant roles in cybersecurity:

• Current Role: As a Senior Director at Protiviti, Ryan focuses on defining and executing security strategies that enable business growth through technology transformation while managing risk.2

• Previous Experience: Before joining Protiviti, Ryan held several key positions at Bank of America, including:

  • Cyber Security Assurance Executive
  • Information Security Executive for Cloud Operational Readiness
  • SVP - Business Information Security Officer
  • SVP - Vulnerability Analysis and Remediation
  • SVP of Cyber Forensics, Incident Management, and E-Discovery

Expertise and Specializations

Ryan's areas of expertise include:

• Vulnerability management and assurance activities3
• Defining and implementing security strategies
• Driving business growth through technology transformation within a risk framework
• End-to-end encrypted messaging in enterprise environments1

Leadership and Approach

Ryan is known for:

• Being an inspirational leader who values team trust
• Excelling in attracting and nurturing talent
• Simplifying complex problems in cybersecurity and leadership
• Adopting a threat-driven strategy to enhance cyber capabilities4

Education

Ryan holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Management Information Systems from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

In his current role at Protiviti, Ryan continues to contribute his expertise to the field of cybersecurity, helping organizations navigate the complex landscape of information security and technology transformation.