Ron Sharon

360 SOC, Inc.

360SOC is a security company that specializes in offering a comprehensive range of security products and services. Key among these is their Managed Detection and Response (MDR) and (SOC) services.

SVP IT and Security 

Throwing The Box

Content Writer

Mercer Advisors

Mercer Advisors is a total wealth management firm that provides financial planning and investment management services. Mercer Advisors has a staff of over 900 in 80+ offices coast-to-coast, including financial advisors, attorneys, CPAs, and investment experts.

I brought order and structure to Mercer Advisors  and transformed the entire IT department, including site security programs, information security platforms, and platform selection and management. Led a team of 20 and a $6M budget. Served as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and C-Suite executives. Set the strategic direction across (Undisclosed) and established and administered corporate information security policies and procedures.

Highlights of my accomplishments include:

•	Led an initiative to review current platforms and redevelop them in alignment with business needs. Worked closely with COO and began process of organizing data and managing assets. Saved ~$1M per year and improved processes and performance enterprise-wide. 

•	Directed a migration of 10k records to a new Salesforce platform that enabled the development of new platform features.

•	Steered the rollout of a new comprehensive security program Security as a Service (SOC), policies and procedures, passed audits without any deficiency letters, and reduced the threat of cyber security and phishing attacks by 80%.

Vice President Information Security

Director of Information Security & IT

Director of Information Security

Ibotta, Inc.

Ibotta is a technology company that enables users with its smartphone app to earn cash back on in-store, mobile app, and online purchases with receipt submission, linked retailer loyalty accounts, payments, and/or purchase verification

In this role, I built the entire IT department, security program, and teams from the ground up for a rapidly scaling technology company that grew from 150 employees to 500 employees in 2 years. Established policies, procedures, incident response, and crafted a 3-year strategic roadmap to maximize ROI. Led a team of 3 directors, a budget of $6M, and responsibility for all in-house technology needs and services. Hired and onboarded helpdesk and engineering teams. 
Highlights of my accomplishments include:

•	Resolved complex problems by reworking the entire network infrastructure that reduced downtime by 80% and lowered core connectivity costs by 70%.

•	Stood up the information cyber security group and the internal IT team, onboarded 12 employees per week and ensured equipment and infrastructure was in place to support the company’s rapid growth. 

•	Led contract renegotiations with vendors to reduce costs while concurrently increasing overall profitability.

Director Of Information Technology (CIO / CISO)

Maxsys LLC

Maxsys was an IT and Information security consulting firm. Serving small to mid-size clients, its primary focus was to provide technological and security solutions to fit any business need.  

I owned and operated a consulting practice providing general IT, security, networking services and bespoke technical solutions to medical offices, accountants, and small- to medium-sized businesses. Managed all back-end accounting and financial processes. Facilitated technical trainings to employees via in-person and 1:1 virtual sessions. 

Highlights of my accomplishments include:

•	Ensured all security programs and services complied with HIPAA requirements.  
•	Consistently monitored and updated systems to improve overall productivity by 15%.
•	Managed network security using a bottom-up approach, circumventing risk by 40%.

Founder

Zetta Pros

Zetta Pros is an IT services platform providing a full team of IT specialists for clients, keeping systems safe and in excellent working order. They monitor client systems 24/7, apply patches, ensure backups, keep viruses at bay, and perform a host of other proactive measures.

Here, I oversaw a team of 4 providing consulting work for companies and managing IT processes, systems, and programs.  Met with clients to evaluate their unique needs, recommend the appropriate services and solutions, and guide them through the onboarding process. SME for information and computer security. Established disaster recovery and business continuity plans.

Highlights of my accomplishments include:

•	Proactively improved and enhanced processes across the organization including reducing waste and decreasing redundancies by enforcing budgetary guidelines, boosting ROI by creating strategic roadmaps, and driving efficiencies by incorporating new technologies, including VoIP and remote desktop.

Co-Founder

Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America, Inc.

IT Consultant

Canon USA

Universal Music Group

LA Clippers

I am Ron Sharon, bringing over two decades of expertise in technology and cybersecurity. As a dedicated leader and a fervent innovator, my career is marked by a commitment to empowering cybersecurity professionals. My mission is to foster the development of both emerging and seasoned leaders, helping them achieve their career aspirations and reach their fullest potential.

Beyond my professional endeavors, my passion for information technology is a personal commitment. I actively seek connections and collaborations with professionals who share my vision, underscoring my inclusive approach to knowledge sharing and community building.

In the tech world, my influence is transformative. I am always ready to share my knowledge and insights. My proactive approach makes me a valuable asset to any professional network, particularly those navigating the complex and dynamic landscapes of technology and cybersecurity.

(Undisclosed) is a total wealth management firm that provides financial planning and investment management services. (Undisclosed) has a staff of over 900 in 80+ offices coast-to-coast, including financial advisors, attorneys, CPAs, and investment experts.

I brought order and structure to (Undisclosed) and transformed the entire IT department, including site security programs, information security platforms, and platform selection and management. Led a team of 20 and a $6M budget. Served as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and C-Suite executives. Set the strategic direction across (Undisclosed) and established and administered corporate information security policies and procedures.

Highlights of my accomplishments include:

•	Led an initiative to review current platforms and redevelop them in alignment with business needs. Worked closely with COO and began process of organizing data and managing assets. Saved ~$1M per year and improved processes and performance enterprise-wide. 

•	Directed a migration of 10k records to a new Salesforce platform that enabled the development of new platform features.

•	Steered the rollout of a new comprehensive security program Security as a Service (SOC), policies and procedures, passed audits without any deficiency letters, and reduced the threat of cyber security and phishing attacks by 80%.

Nuspire

Sales and marketing enablement via prolific contributions to publications, webinars, and client engagement efforts.

VP, Cybersecurity Consulting

Brand Ambassador

Providing thought leadership and advisory services to clients in the mid-market space on the areas of cybersecurity, governance, risk, and compliance with data security and privacy standards.

Specializing in bringing responsible, prudent, 'huge company' program maturity to small and medium-sized businesses.

Virtual/Fractional CISO (Client-Facing)

ISACA

ISACA Denver Chapter Board position; facilitation of all certification-related activities, including scheduling of and budget management for classes sponsored by the Chapter.

Certification Coordinator

Study preparation/mentoring classes provided for members of the ISACA Denver Chapter.  Delivered virtually, conducted live, and recorded for the benefit of attendees to aid in their exam success process.

Accredited by APMG.

Lead Trainer (CISM, CRISC, CISA)

A trusted advisor to organizations in the SMB/Midmarket space seeking guidance and thought leadership in the areas of cybersecurity, compliance, and risk management.

Security, Compliance, and Risk Management Consultant

Stealth - ISS Group Inc.

Providing trusted advisor leadership to team of Operations, Engineering, SOC, and IR professionals as well as clients via virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) service.

VP of Consulting

Synoptek

Developed a Security Consulting Practice within a Managed Services and Consulting organization providing class-leading Information Security, Compliance, Governance, and Risk Management services to clients.  Mentored team members from within the Practice as well as other parts of the organization, successfully building a high-performing team of varied skill sets, experiences, and backgrounds.

Director, Security Consulting

FourPoint Energy, LLC

Management and oversight for all operations related to technology infrastructure, hardware, software, systems (server, network, and client) and user support interaction.  Advised executive group on project initiatives from feasibility through to completion, including guidance relevant to data security and integrity.  Coordinated and managed the efforts of many software vendors, contractors, and long-term IT consulting firm (Business Network Consulting).
Selected Contributions:
* Successfully designed and implemented new multi-faceted network infrastructure for highly-visible and forward-thinking new facility in the heart of Cherry Creek, including integration with $3M audio/visual and teleconferencing environment.
* Devised, implemented, and executed protocol for rapid deployment of devices and infrastructure to field workers in a rural setting.
* Fostered a reputation for providing agile service and exceeding organization requirements with minimal notice.
* Through education and training initiatives, increased organizational security and business continuity/disaster recovery posture significantly.* Decreased infrastructure-related procurement costs by approximately 20%.

IT Systems and Security Director

BNC - Business Network Consulting

Served as primary Information Services representative and engineer to many small and medium business clients in industries ranging from oil & gas to wealth management.  Services provided include information security/risk management guidance, user training, infrastructure planning/implementation/administration, budgeting and forecasting, project management, and many other services scoped as required.  For Business Network Consulting, served as resident security/compliance expert and mentor to new engineers entering the team.
Selected Contributions:
* Architecture and facilitation of migration to hosted Exchange/Office 365 environments for multiple small and medium clients.
* Orchestrated a number of from-the-ground-up infrastructure builds including the creation and population of Windows AD domains, establishment of network services, and required core servers.
* Selected by BNC management team to train and educate new engineers using experience and education earned in the field over 15+ year career.  Mentees consistently perform well within the team and return greater than average customer satisfaction.* Worked closely with clients to devise disaster recovery and business continuity plans that best suited their RPO and RTO objectives while staying within their budgetary constraints.
* Consistently high weekly/monthly billing with no time, work, or billing disputes from clients.  Focused on achieving only the highest standard of customer service and client satisfaction.

Senior Infrastructure and Security Consultant

Geotech Environmental Equipment, Inc

Worked closely with department heads, interns and consultants to handle technology-based concerns from daily operations to large-scale projects for business growth.  Part of ‘decision-makers’ group comprised of major department heads responsible for driving company policies, procedures, with business growth and increased market share as the ultimate goal.
Selected Contributions:
* Designed, implemented, and maintained a help desk to increase IT-to-user interface, document resolution procedures, and cut down resolution times for user-level issues.  Consistently high level of customer satisfaction as evidenced by survey and peer review results.
* Upgraded unsecured Terminal Services-based remote access to secured, high-availability Citrix Presentation Server/XenApp architecture.
* Oversaw the successful installation of a new server room/data center environment during corporate hub facility relocation/construction.  Access control considerations and environmental controls were of primary focus.
* Devised and implemented information security policies, procedures, and systems to maintain data integrity and confidentiality at all organizational levels and needs.  Maintained monitoring systems and applications for productivity, employee safety, and company liability requirements.
* Maintained annual IT department budget and obsolescence scheduling for all technology-related assets from procurement to retirement.  Audited usage and licensing statistics for all enterprise applications in compliance with company and regulatory policies.
* Conducted comprehensive training and support programs for all users on topics including productivity software efficiency, personal computing best practices, and security and identity protection.
* Maintained informative IT-related blog on company Intranet to support user success.

IT and Security Executive

CISO/vCISO | IT/IS Leadership | Mentor | MSc., CCSP, CISM, CRISC, CMMC RP

I believe that all businesses are at risk - hackers, crackers, nation states and bad actors - but small- and medium-sized businesses have to defend themselves against the same threats as the major corporations with fewer resources at their disposal.  Who helps small business leaders navigate the murky waters of risk management, governance, compliance, privacy, and guerilla marketing campaigns?

Well...  I do.

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