Molto.

At Molto, we build content and automation systems that give your business more authority, visibility, and pipeline, without burning time and cash on marketing and branding that doesn’t scale.

Our 3 core pillars are:

Content that sells → founder-led, story-driven, and built to attract clients.
Authority positioning → making you the obvious choice in your market.
Automation workflows → AI-powered systems that free up hours each week and keep growth compounding.

The result = More inbound opportunities. More revenue. More time back to focus on what matters.

Founder

The Blueprint

Founder & Creator

ISTARI

Ambassador

SASIG Events

CISO Support Partner

Intaso

I collaborate closely with senior leadership, Execs, C-Suite & Directors, serving as a trusted advisor & business enabler. Through my expertise and advocacy, I ensure that our organisation remains at the forefront of industry trends and best practices, delivering robust and innovative talent solutions to our clients.

I am a huge CISO advocate, championing the importance of an Exec level position within Cyber Security and working diligently to change the narrative and thought process of business leaders around the world.

Director

At Intaso we are firm believers that not every business has the same Cyber/ Information Security talent shortages and demands a bespoke offering. Having vast expertise of executive search, in-house, team-build, contingent and consultancy experience we are privileged to have the expertise to offer a complete set of innovative talent solutions tailored to every organisation no matter what the maturity.

We pride ourselves on having a deep industry expertise, an honest personal approach, technical training, extensive networks and the softer skills to make intelligent matches on behalf of our loyal client base.

Associate Director

Alliance Media Group (AMG)

Strategic Partner - CISO Alliances UK

CAPSLOCK

Mentor - Career Advisor in Cyber Security

Austin Fraser

Senior Recruitment Consultant

Recruitment Consultant 

Trainee Recruitment Consultant

Most companies don’t have a content problem.

They have a growth problem: no time, no systems, and no visibility.

At Molto, we solve that.

We build growth engines that give businesses authority in their market and a pipeline that compounds over time.

Our approach combines:

Content that sells (not just “engages”).
Authority positioning that makes you the obvious choice.
Automation workflows that create repeatable system.

The result looks something like this: 

More inbound opportunities
More trust in your market
More time back to focus 
More money saved. 

We’ve worked with leaders across cybersecurity, SaaS, and consulting, from early-stage firms to scale-ups all with the same mission: make growth inevitable.

If you’re building something ambitious and don’t want to chase clients, let’s talk.

Email: joe@molto.digital

Joe Head

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Senior Advisor Cyber Risk Engineering

Woodard & Curran

For the role, I chart the future of cybersecurity strategy by providing visionary leadership and roadmaps while seamlessly integrating security measures. I collaborate with infrastructure leaders to establish benchmarks for Operational Technology (OT) Systems. I implement robust governance frameworks, policies, and procedures for enhanced data protection. I foster a 'yes, if' approach with business units, enabling effective information security risk assessment and management. I empower units to take ownership of risks within organizational tolerance. I regularly report on enterprise risk management and information security program status. I disseminate policies and standards to diverse audiences, ensuring consistent implementation across projects/services. I issue directives for IT projects, enforcing control applications and risk acceptance protocols to mitigate risks.
Highlights of accomplishments in this role include:
•	Successfully transformed cybersecurity landscape as the sole cybersecurity expert for a Civil Engineering and Waterworks organization.
•	Pioneered effective cybersecurity framework across all business units while constructing policies for critical risk areas/technological advancements to safeguard vital infrastructure.
•	Employed risk assessment methodologies to develop a 5-year strategic plan with milestones.
•	Deployed a strategic, all-encompassing information security program to uphold confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information assets.
•	Inaugurated a NIST-based governance structure by utilizing OneTrust; established an information security governance forum and framework to oversee security practices.
•	Led the development, approval, and implementation of comprehensive security policies, including disaster recovery, international access, acceptable use, and secure development.
•	Increased cybersecurity awareness across the organization by developing a targeted training program for employees, contractors, and system users.

Cybersecurity Program Director

Booz Allen Hamilton

I began my tenure at Booz Allen Hamilton as a contractor in the federal sector with Veterans Affairs and later transitioned to conducting risk assessments for prominent corporations. My work involved data-driven research to pinpoint critical threats and vulnerabilities, ultimately enhancing cybersecurity postures through comprehensive assessments. One notable project involved conducting a risk assessment for a National Defense organization, where my recommendations played a pivotal role in improving operational efficiency.
Following are my key contributions to the role:
•	Validated risk profiles for applications and entire organizations, including a prominent international defense entity.
•	Designed and delivered comprehensive presentations on the 30 recommendations and fostered operational growth and maturity while conducting discussions to optimize implementation.
•	Improved performance of 6 team members, maximizing their contributions and activities.
•	Shaped discussions for a potential $200M deal with full accountability by proposing targeted assessments pinpointing specific organizational issues.
•	Drove enterprise risk management for a billion-dollar contract with the VA.
•	Headed all facets of cyber risk assessment for a significant G7 Defense agency, focusing on 27 control families to identify gaps and growth opportunities.
•	Identified the need and performed 8 workshops to elaborate on assessment results, fostering security awareness and obtaining buy-in for recommended actions.
•	Recognized for designing a tailored cyber risk assessment framework centered around Zero Trust Readiness, aligning with May 2021 Executive Order mandates.
•	Offered precise, measurable recommendations to government clients based on Zero Trust Readiness assessments, by leveraging cyber risk assessment scores and maturity levels.

Lead Associate- Cyber Risk and Assessment

I led the oversight of software packages for the VA, with a focus on cyber security risk monitoring while maintaining the contract's complete risk register. I conducted assessments and obtained authorization for VA information systems, securing formal management approval for their operational status (Authorization to Operate or ATO).  
An excerpt from the tenure includes the following highlights:
•	Negotiated timelines, understood project requirements, addressed concerns, and fostered consensus among stakeholders to navigate the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) lifecycle.
•	Deployed a centralized risk registry for a billion-dollar contract, orchestrating the identification, recording, and regular updating of risk entries. 
•	Launched educational programs to increase awareness among key management stakeholders about the government's eMASS Governance, Risk and Compliance System, and the NIST Risk Management Framework.
• Served as an operational and technical Subject Matter Expert to the supported Information System owners on Security program operational issues and lead the documentation and assessment of systems to minimize risk to information systems, enterprise networks and cloud technologies.
• Orchestrated development of a centralized risk registry for a complex, billion dollar contract, serving as contract risk manager, recording, updating and assisting with mitigation strategy planning and coordination for risks identified.
• Oversaw direct, indirect and functional reports, coordinating with career managers, subcontractors, and other engaged parties for 360 feedback and career development of reports.
• Managed staff and staff initiatives and projects by assisting in setting deadlines, planning for progressing packages forward, and providing opportunities for additional initiatives in regards to becoming centralized leaders in A&A.

Lead Associate

ASM Research

•	Performed leadership activities for over 100 staff members of Cybersecurity Risk Management team to include: interviewing, training, and monitoring performance and production.
•	Provided oversight to the largest single information technology (IT) portfolio at the Department of Veterans Affairs.
•	Led the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) efforts of several Government and Industry information systems for the Department of Veterans Affairs, leading to the first full ATO (Authority to Operate) of a District Information System.
•	Developed and presented metrics to Senior Leadership of VA and ASM for progress of Cybersecurity Risk Management initiatives in regular conferences.
•	Performed Gap Analysis and Overarching audit finding analysis for senior leadership regarding systemic risks and threats within the organization, and reported on these in conferences.
•	Served as an operational and technical advisor to the supported Information System directors on Information Systems Security program operational issues and lead the documentation and assessment of systems to minimize risk to information systems, enterprise networks and the implementation of virtualization and cloud technologies in balancing security compliance with mission needs and program cost and schedule limitations.
•	Developed and articulated security policy and technical requirements for system design, development, and operations.
•	Served as System Steward and Subject Matter Expert in Cybersecurity Risk Management for FISMA and SCA compliance reviews.
•	Received multiple company Awards for commitment to the goals of the both the business and the Department of Veterans affairs, and bonuses for exceptional performance.

Deputy Project Manager

Served as System Steward and Subject Matter Expert in Cybersecurity Risk Management for FISMA and SCA compliance reviews.
Provided leadership to Cybersecurity Risk Management team consisting of 35 contracting staff reporting to VA Leadership in performance of Risk Management and Compliance activities
Provided leadership to Business Requirements Risk Management Division team consisting of 10 contracting staff reporting to VA Leadership in performance of Risk Management and Compliance activities.
Led the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) efforts of several Government and Industry information systems for the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Provided oversight and management to the largest single information technology (IT) portfolio at the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Served as an operational and technical advisor to the supported Information System directors on Information Systems Security program operational issues and lead the documentation and assessment of systems to minimize risk to information systems, enterprise networks and the implementation of virtualization and cloud technologies in balancing security compliance with mission needs and program cost and schedule limitations.
Ensured active Information Systems were operated and maintained in accordance with applicable information security policies and procedures.
Developed and articulated security policy and technical requirements for system design, development, and operations.
Maintained Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Processes for over 300 Information Systems and facilities
Maintained systems security documentation for over 300 information systems and facilities. Conducted Annual Risk management activities, configuration management reviews, and Quarterly POA&M (Plan of Action and Milestones) reviews.
Oversaw interviews of new staff members and hiring procedures. Performed annual review activities for personnel under assigned teams, performance reviews, and salary recommendations.

Cybersecurity Supervisor

Contractor for the Department of Veterans Affairs, focusing on the VA 6500 Security Controls Audits for FY15,FY16 and FY17.   Entrusted to manage team to meet Authority to Operate deadlines, Action Item deadlines, and to ensure continuing progress on the overall project goals of Security Management.

•	Managed a team of 13 contractors working on various projects pertaining to Authority to Operate submissions of 135 different information systems/entities
•	Provided implementation details for responses to NIST 800-53 security controls to attain Authority to Operate approval 
•	Utilized Risk Vision for recording of implementation details, evidence, and Plan of Action and Milestones (POAMS/Findings) for information systems/entities.
•	Interfaced with VA Facility leadership to prepare for Inspector General annual audits
•	Led ATO organizational activities leading to the first General Support System in the VA to Attain ATO in FY2016
•	Was Lead organizer for the Security Management division during both Martinsburg and Huntington Audits in FY2017
•	Led the interviewing and choosing of new contracting candidates for Security Management positions
•	Led quarterly Plan of Action and Milestone reviews with Subject Matter Experts and Service Line Managers
•	Provided expert guidance to Service Line Managers and Subject Matter Experts in crafting responses to Nist Control Implementation details for respective systems/entities.
•	Provided expert level guidance to Service Lines for information regarding Solarwinds.
•	Attained numerous written and verbal accolades from VA staff.

Senior Systems Analyst

Cetrom Information Technology, Inc.

Senior Systems Engineer for the Cloud Services team.  Managed customer deployments and delegated tasking to junior engineers. Architect of the Citrix, Exchange, and VMware environments and provided tier 3 technical support.

●	Managed the migration of large travel agency to a new application and database structure improving billing and tracking systems. 
●	Successfully managed a 500 desktop migration from local computers to an integrated Citrix Xenapp VDI solution.Significantly reducingthe customers overall costs and increasing productivity.
●	Re-architecture Citrix Access Gateways for Citrix XenApp 6.5 environment, greatly improving reliability and performance
●	Managed the migration of all clients from Exchange 2007 to Exchange 2010.
●	Provided leadership and cross-training to junior engineers. Reducing overhead costs, lowering the need for more engineers and increasing the versatility of theengineering team.
●	Migrated VMware infrastructure from 4.1 to 5.5, and then to 6.5.

Senior Systems Engineer

Dataprise

Primary engineer responsible for providing Tier 3 support  to 300 Dataprise clients. Resolved customer issues and proactively prevented problems by monitoring Internal Systems, utilizing the Kaseya Remote Management system to connect to client systems for resolution.
Project and systems manager for migration of Managed Remote Backup service to Acronis/Kaseya, to improve efficiency.  Completed project on time and budget.
Consolidated servers to VMWare ESX and NetApp SAN infrastructure, providing power, space and cost savings.
Developed additional value-added IT Services based on Kaseya: MWS (Managed Workstation Service), Watchdog (Server Monitoring Service), MRB (Managed Remote Backup), making the Managed Services division of the company a $2 million dollar revenue generator.  Dataprise was listed as one of the top 25 MSPs by Mspmentor.net for 2010.
Coordinated the rollout of the Managed Workstation Service to 3000 customer machines in 4 days to mitigate exposure to the Conficker Virus in 2009.
Provided support to field engineers on Exchange Server, VMWare, Windows Server, during business hours and on-call.

Fedsolutions, Inc

Organized and developed an engineering team for a startup managed services company. Responsible for 2 customer engineers and 
Provided leadership to client engineers in process, time management, and escalation procedures
Provided engineering advice on sales calls to potential clients
Acted as principal contact to all clients evaluating systems as a whole, recommendation of upgrades, and development of their systems and networks
Improved client serviceability by implementing Kaseya remote management software, transitioning from Level Platforms infrastructure.

Manager, Customer Engineering/Project Manager

Mindshift Technologies

Principal engineer for ten customer networks in Northern Virginia/Maryland/DC region. Implemented and administered the entire domain and networking infrastructure for these clients using Windows 2000/2003 Active Directory.
Evaluated client IT environment, identified areas for improvement and scheduled upgrades and equipment refresh as needed.
Implemented company support tools including Kaseya Remote Management Software, Trend Micro antivirus, SpySweeper and network backup. Deployed client-specific software, and provided remote and on site support for server and desktop maintenance.

Customer Engineer

Tax Executives Institute

Improved internal IT infrastructure by deploying Windows 2003 servers. Successfully implemented Active Directory, Group Policy, and data migration from Novell 4 system.
Upgraded network to a new T1 provider and reprogrammed Cisco 2811 router.
Assisted in procurement and configuration of Astaro firewall.
Developed disaster recovery options with the Director of IT.
Provided support and training for the TEI website to users on and offsite.
Created a central, encrypted repository for server and network administration passwords.

IT/ Website Manager

Ultrabridge

Escalation Engineer

💠 I have proven to be instrumental in bridging the gap between intricate technical concepts and clear, effective communication across all levels of an organization. I've made it my mission to turn complexity into simplicity, making sure everyone understands the value and importance of cybersecurity.
💠 I am seasoned in regulatory compliance and cybersecurity frameworks, like NIST and Zero Trust. I've been at the forefront of steering large-scale projects with aggressive timelines, transforming the organization's vision into tangible, secure values.
💠 I'm also deeply passionate about the ever-evolving landscape of supply chain threats. As an industry influencer and published author, I stay at the cutting edge of cybersecurity developments.
💠 Throughout my career, I've built solid credibility with executive management, key clients, and employees, thanks to my exceptional communication skills.
💠 I'm honored to have been nominated for the SC Media Women in IT Security Awards 2023.

👉 The areas where I excel include: 👈

✅ Enterprise Risk Management
✅ Program Management
✅ Strategy Planning & Execution
✅ Business Case Development
✅ C-Suite Presentations
✅ Computer System Engineering
✅ NIST/ISO/IEC
✅ Cyber Security Operations
✅ Regulatory Compliance
✅ Product Management
✅ Auditing Procedures
✅ Threat Identification
✅ Cyber Defense Enhancement
✅ Team Building & Leadership
✅ Systems Management
✅ Security Gap Analysis
✅ Benchmark Development
✅ Zero Trust Security
✅ Stakeholder Management
✅ Security Awareness Training
✅ Documentation & Reporting


⭐ If you're looking for a cybersecurity expert who can make the complex simple and drive a culture of security from within, let's connect and discuss how we can make your organization more resilient. 🎯

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