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Leadership Team

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Tom O'Connell

Principal Cybersecurity Engineer
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Nick Santonato

President
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Andy Seely

Chief Technology Officer
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Kristina Herzog

Senior Advisor
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Mark Nagurney

Senior Advisor
Shane

Shane Shua

Senior Advisor

Advisory Board Team

Greg

Greg Foster

Business Development Advisor
Roland

Roland Miller III

IT/ Cybersec Advisor
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Lafayette J. Green

IT/Cybersec Advisor
Alex-Pollack

Allex Pollack

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Amin Karimpour

IT/Cybersec Advisor
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Patrick Taylor

IT/Cybersec Advisor
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David Flynn

Cybersec Financial Sector Advisor
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Mario Mastromattei

IT/Cybersec Advisor
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Julius Billeter

Business Development Advisor

Tom O’Connell

As CEO of Cambridge Cloudworks, Tom O’Connell brings over two decades of information technology and cybersecurity expertise. He leverages his technical background in threat detection and incident response to mentor and develop analysts, engineers, and consultants. Tom emphasizes clear communication, accountability, and collaboration to unite teams behind objectives.

With a consultative approach, Tom partners with stakeholders at all levels to translate complex security concepts into actionable, risk-based plans tailored to each client’s needs. He has successfully led security teams and implemented cybersecurity and compliance programs to protect sensitive systems and data.

As a strategic thinker, Tom excels at assessing risks, developing targeted mitigation strategies, and driving execution of security initiatives. He is adept at attracting and retaining top talent, building cohesive teams by leveraging individual strengths and providing development opportunities.

With his combination of technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and focus on results, Tom enables his teams and clients to effectively navigate the complex cybersecurity landscape.

Nick Santonato

Nick is a strategic problem solver with a strong foundation in organizational skills. He excels in data and overall Governance, Risk and Compliance, possessing the adeptness and experience to ensure data precision, confidentiality, and security.

His analytical proficiency allows him to derive valuable insights from qualitative and quantitative data. As a change leader, he drives business, cultural, and technological transformations.

Nick earned his BA in Communication and Sociology from Muskingum University and has a Masters in Project Management from Western Carolina University and a MBA from Strayer University.

Nick and his wife Farrah live in Charlotte North Carolina where they have three children between the two of them. Nick is an avid bowler and likes to spend time with his family.

communication, accountability, and collaboration to unite teams behind objectives.

With a consultative approach, Tom partners with stakeholders at all levels to translate complex security concepts into actionable, risk-based plans tailored to each client’s needs. He has successfully led security teams and implemented cybersecurity and compliance programs to protect sensitive systems and data.

As a strategic thinker, Tom excels at assessing risks, developing targeted mitigation strategies, and driving execution of security initiatives. He is adept at attracting and retaining top talent, building cohesive teams by leveraging individual strengths and providing development opportunities.

With his combination of technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and focus on results, Tom enables his teams and clients to effectively navigate the complex cybersecurity landscape.

Andy Seely

Andrew “Andy” Seely has 30 years of experience designing, developing, and delivering Information Technology solutions, spanning systems administration, software development, engineering, architecture, entrepreneurship, education, and leadership in commercial, academic, government, and military settings in the United States, Asia, and Europe.

He is a Senior Member of IEEE, where he is the Vice Chair of the Florida West Coast Section and the Secretary for IEEE Standards Association P1228 working group for software safety. Andy is an adjunct assistant professor at the University of Maryland Global Campus, and he previously taught at the University of Tampa in Tampa, Florida, and at Oslo and Akershus University College of Applied Sciences in Oslo, Norway.

Andy’s experience includes Director of Architecture and Engineering at MindPoint Group, a cybersecurity services firm headquartered in Virginia, and multiple roles at defense contractor SAIC, including Vice President for Solution Architecture for National Security and Space, the leader of the SAIC Fellows program, Solution Director for Digital Transformation, Solution Architect, Engineering Manager, Chief Engineer, and Command and Control Systems team lead at the Headquarters, United States Central Command on MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Florida. Previous to SAIC, Andy worked in systems, engineering, and leadership roles on large defense contracts for CSC, Northrop Grumman, and General Dynamics, as well as “dot-coming” as a self-employed consultant and for San Mateo, California start-up There.com. Andy is a veteran of the U.S. Air Force.

Kristina Herzog

Kristina Herzog is a distinguished 20-year Army veteran who served as an All-Source Intelligence Analyst and senior leader. Throughout her illustrious military career, Kristina deployed multiple times to Iraq, contributing her expertise and leadership at both the tactical and strategic levels across various global assignments. Her diverse roles also included serving as an Instructor, an Equal Opportunity Advisor, and a Recruiter, demonstrating her versatility and commitment to excellence. 

 Kristina holds a bachelor’s degree in business leadership, leveraging her extensive experience and education to excel in program and project management and leadership development consulting. Now residing in Texas with her three children, Kristina enjoys hiking, spending quality time with her family, and actively participating in the Veteran community through various organizations. Her dedication to service, both in and out of uniform, continues to inspire those around her.

Mark Nagurney

Mark Nagurney brings over three decades of experience as a physicist, math teacher, cybersecurity instructor, and technical problem-solver. His diverse background includes both private industry and public education positions, where he honed his skills in breaking down intricate scientific ideas into digestible, modular concepts.

Throughout his accomplished career, Mark has contributed to academic literature by publishing physics papers, applied his knowledge in scientific labs, and worked in various electronics and computing environments. He also holds a number of IT certifications that showcase his commitment to lifelong learning and remaining current in the cybersecurity realm. As a valued team member, Mark offers creative problem-solving abilities along with technical and leadership expertise.

Shane Shua

Shane Shua brings over 20 years of experience in IT, sales, and education to his role as Chief Sales Officer at Cambridge Cloudworks. His expertise in network security and system administration enables him to effectively communicate the value of our cybersecurity solutions to clients, ensuring their compliance with stringent industry requirements.

As a skilled negotiator and strategic thinker, Shane has a proven track record of driving revenue growth and forging key partnerships. His ability to simplify complex technical concepts facilitates meaningful engagements with clients, fostering trust and long-term relationships.

Shane’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and continuous learning allows him to anticipate market trends and position our company as a leader in the cybersecurity compliance space. His leadership and dedication to driving results will be instrumental in expanding our market presence and empowering organizations to achieve the highest standards of cybersecurity compliance.

Greg Foster

Greg Foster has more than 13 years of data analytics and project management experience supporting TSA, HHS, CISA, VA, and the Department of State while working for large and small contractors such as Lockheed Martin, IDEMIA, and Culmen International.

Greg is passionate about using data analysis and visualization to assess the efficiency & effectiveness of federal programs and ensuring they have actionable processes & procedures and mitigation strategies in place to achieve program profitability and maintain sustainability. Prior to working with federal contractors, Greg served on staff for U.S. Senator Christopher Bond.

Roland Miller III

Roland is a global information technology executive with over 28-years of experience in IT, over 20-years successfully securing national critical infrastructure, primarily in a global Fortune-150 company, and over 10-years of experience as a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO).  His expertise spans various domains, including business process optimization, innovation, metrics development, securing Operational Technology (OT), and regulatory compliance. He has utilized transformational leadership skills to successfully develop associates and establish high-performance teams.   Roland is a visionary, hands-on technical leader, who works with key internal and external stakeholders to complete complex projects, define and manage business risks, and redefine organizational expectations.

Roland has a proven record of strategic planning, budgeting, and cost optimization. He is adept at workforce planning and digital transformations and has a keen eye for risk and compliance management. His ability to develop policies and standards is unparalleled, and he’s been tested at the highest levels, including working with Boards of Directors.

Roland has an extensive list of certifications, starting with highly technical certifications that he obtained as he moved up organically to executive leadership.  He has bachelor’s and master’s degrees in mechanical engineering which have allowed him to be both hands-on and also successfully communicate with highly technical resources. His currently held certifications are (ISC)2 CISSP, obtained in 2002 and most recently EC-Council Associate C|CISO, obtained in 2024. Roland has previously obtained and held ISACA CDPSE, CRISC, and CISA, Microsoft MSCE, SANS Institute GSEC and GCFA certifications. He also had US Secret Clearance from 2010-21 held with DHS as associated with his prior roles and organizations.

Roland’s most recently is an Ambassador for Cyber Florida: The Florida Center for Cybersecurity, where he drives engagement, conducts outreach efforts, consults with critical infrastructure asset owners/operators, contributes to risk assessments and incident response exercises and has created and conducted engaging awareness workshops for non-technical audiences on essential cybersecurity risk management concepts across the state of Florida.  He has also been a designated speaker and moderator at multiple professional conferences and events.

Lafayette J. Green

Hailing from Los Angeles, California, Lafayette “LJ” Green is a seasoned IT security leader with over 27 years of experience. He honed his skills through his 23-year military service and civilian career supporting the Department of Defense and Federal Organizations. He brings a powerful combination of technical expertise and leadership, having thrived in diverse cybersecurity roles like Security Controls Assessor, Information Systems Security Officer, and Cyber Security Analyst. He holds a Master’s in Cybersecurity focusing on Vulnerability Management and a Bachelor’s in Information Technology.

LJ excels in information assurance (IA) and has a proven track record of analyzing needs/requirements and overseeing innovative IT solutions’ design, testing, implementation, and enhancement. He is a cybersecurity risk management expert and is adept at identifying, assessing, and mitigating vulnerabilities. Furthermore, his expertise extends to Certification & Accreditation (C&A)/Assessment & Authorization (A&A) and IT (Cyber) Security Risk Analysis & Verification, where he takes point in leading these critical processes for IT systems and applications. Beyond technical prowess, LJ leverages his strong leadership and communication skills, developed during his military service, to design, test, implement, and enhance innovative IT security solutions.

LJ’s certifications further solidify his qualifications. He is a certified DoD 8570 Information Assurance Management (IAM) Level II/ Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level III certified professional, CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner, Certified Ethical Hacker, and CompTIA Security+ CE.

Alex Pollack

Alex Pollack is an Apple support specialist and cybersecurity professional. He started his career just a few years ago studying programming and IT fundamentals. He joined a cybersecurity training program with CyberUp and received training in cybersecurity finishing with a Security+ certification from CompTIA. 

Since then, Alex has worked for MTS Pro Services and Springboard IT as an Apple Support Specialist working in desktop support and working in macOS endpoint security. He has experience with SOC 2 compliance audits and is working on expanding his IT and cybersecurity skills to work with more organizations in achieving their cybersecurity compliance needs

Alex is passionate about building processes to help companies achieve their goals for compliance. He takes a holistic approach to problem solving in assessing the cybersecurity needs of an organization.

Amin Karimpour

Over 25 years of successful hands-on Management experience with startups, mid-size and fortune 500 companies (Johnson Controls, BAE Systems (Electronic Systems Sector), Stanley Black and Decker, Bose Corp., MKS Instruments, SuperValu, Thermo-Fisher Scientific, LLBean, Mercury Systems, Brooks Automation, Virtual-Ink, Kenan Systems …) in area of IT Infrastructure, CRM, product development, manufacturing, Supply Chain Management and Design/ implementation of GxP compliant systems and solutions architecture. Subject Matter expert in PLM and Value Chain Management. Scrum Master, Digital Security Management, International experience in Europe, Canada, MENA and Asia.

Patrick Taylor

With over 20 years of experience, Patrick Taylor is an Information Security Professional specializing in tailored security solutions and sustainable IT engineering. His career spans various industries, with half his experience working for fast-paced startups in the San Francisco Bay Area. Patrick has a robust background in Identity and Access Management, production access governance, and security operations. Throughout his career, he has led initiatives to enhance security posture, automate IT processes, and ensure compliance with industry standards. He is passionate about helping companies scale while mentoring and educating peers and future practitioners. Working for companies that push the boundaries of innovation and impact on the world has been and continues to be a rewarding experience for Patrick

Patrick’s dedication to continuous improvement and innovation has made him a valuable asset in every organization he has been part of. His ability to bridge the gap between technical and non-technical teams has fostered a collaborative environment, leading to more effective and secure IT solutions. Patrick’s leadership in developing comprehensive security strategies and his hands-on approach to problem-solving have consistently delivered measurable results. He is committed to staying at the forefront of the industry, continually updating his knowledge and skills to address emerging threats and challenges. Patrick’s holistic approach to security and IT engineering ensures businesses can operate efficiently and securely in today’s fast-paced digital landscape.

David Flynn

David brings a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience to his leadership role at Cambridge Cloudworks, with a journey spanning over 25 years in Cyber Security, engineering, and IT consulting. Holding a Master’s in Computer Science from Loyola University and another in Catechetics from Christendom College, David is a firm believer in continuous learning and personal growth. His professional path kicked off in earnest after receiving his CISSP certification in 2006, marking the beginning of his dedicated effort to enhance digital security landscapes.

His career started in the dynamic world of engineering, where he made significant contributions to the development of radar systems for the B1 Bomber and F16, showcasing his innate problem-solving abilities. As his career progressed, David transitioned through computer science and found his niche in cyber security. His hands-on approach to application security, using advanced tools like Fortify and Appscan, has set him apart in the field. Beyond being recognized as a cybersecurity architect by IBM, David continued to expand his expertise by securing the Amazon Architect Associate certification in 2017.

David’s interests and accomplishments extend well beyond the confines of his professional endeavors. He is a published author of six books on eschatology, available on Amazon, and the founder of an off-grid solar company, reflecting his passion for technology and sustainability. Based in Maryland, he actively participates in community service with his wife through the National Ski Patrol. Their shared interests include biking and swimming, and David also brings his competitive spirit to triathlons, both as a coach and a national champion. Currently, he’s delving into the cosmos as a principal investigator on an astrophysics Dark Matter project. David’s unique combination of expertise, enthusiasm, and problem-solving makes him an invaluable asset to our team at Cambridge Cloudworks.

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Zachary Weissrock

Zack is an Integrations Specialist with a background in Backup Continuity and Disaster Recovery. He has performed onsite training and live DR scenarios in the US and the EU. This includes serving as part of Datto’s Response Teams during hurricane Harvey.

In his current role, Zack plays a pivotal role in configuring and supporting financial integrations between Software as a Service (SaaS) providers and accounting software solutions like Sage 300, Intacct, and QuickBooks. From designing PCBs to working in Network Operations Center, Zack is constantly piecing together new skills to add value to any project.

Aaron Buck

Aaron Buck is well-versed in practical web design, IT, and manufacturing tech, He has an entrepreneurial spirit and sets the pace for creatively adopting cutting-edge web tactics tailored to small business budgets. He excels at identifying emerging technologies that will organically spread the word about Cambridge CloudWorks’ offerings.

Dana Wolfe

Dana Wolfe is a distinguished financial analyst and accountant, with a strong foundation in both academia and military service. He holds an MBA from Oklahoma City University and a Bachelor of Accounting from the University of Oklahoma. Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science at the University of Maryland Global Campus, Dana brings a blend of technical acumen and financial expertise to his role.

During his tenure with the United States Air Force Civil Service, Dana has excelled in various financial capacities at Tinker, Wright Patterson, and RAF Alconbury Air Force Bases. His work includes auditing financial statements, crafting critical financial reports, and implementing rigorous internal controls. Dana’s proficiency in utilizing both modern and legacy accounting systems has been instrumental in enhancing financial integrity and operational efficiency across his assignments.

His commitment to excellence is evidenced by multiple accolades, including the AFSC Home and Staff Civilian of the Year, the AFSC/FM Quarterly Award of Excellence, and an Individual Achievement Award. Dana’s unique blend of educational background, military experience, and technical skills makes him an invaluable asset to any financial management team