Troy Wilkinson

Troy Wilkinson is a prominent cybersecurity professional with extensive experience in the field. He currently serves as the Global Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Interpublic Group (IPG), a Fortune 500 company.13 Wilkinson's career began in law enforcement, where he commanded various units and specialized in cyber crimes.17

Professional Background

Education and Certifications: Wilkinson has pursued continuous education in cybersecurity and related fields. He holds several prestigious certifications, including:

• Oxford Executive Leadership Programme from the University of Oxford
• Blockchain Technologies certification from MIT Sloan School of Management
• Cybersecurity: Managing Risk in the Information Age from Harvard University
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)1

Career Highlights:

• Global CISO at Interpublic Group (IPG)
• Co-founder of Tego Cyber Inc.
• Former law enforcement officer specializing in cyber crimes
• International keynote speaker on cybersecurity topics26

Achievements and Recognition

Wilkinson has received numerous awards and honors throughout his career:

• OnCon Top 50 Information Security Professional of the Year Award5
• JP Strom Award for Academic Excellence from the South Carolina Law Enforcement Academy
• Rookie of the Year at Conway Police Department
• The United Nations Medal for Service with the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo
• The European Security Defense Policy Service Medal1

Troy Wilkinson is known for his expertise in ransomware and business cybersecurity. He frequently speaks at industry events, such as Black Hat and Identiverse, sharing his insights on threat detection, threat hunting, and security operations.246