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David Sledge, CISSP, CISM, CIPM

Director of Cybersecurity | Data Privacy | CISSP | CISM | CIPM | ITIL | IT Leadership | IT Director | Security | IT Business Partner | Risk Management | Strategy | Compliance | Governance | Lifelong Learner | Mentor
Houston, TX, United States
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Education: The Management Incubator - Professional Certificate

Management

Rice Business - Jones Graduate School of Business

2020 : 2020

Bachelor of Science - BS

Cybersecurity and Information Assurance

Western Governors University



Professional Certificate

Specialization - Managing Cybersecurity for Business

The University of Georgia



Professional Certificate

Specialization – Enterprise Security Leadership

University of Colorado



Professional Certificate

Specialization – Homeland Security and Cybersecurity

University of Colorado

Experience: 2023 : Present

Avelo Airlines

Director of Cybersecurity

2023 : 2023

Company Confidential

Director of Cybersecurity & Data Privacy

APQC (American Productivity & Quality Center) is the world’s leading authority in benchmarking, best practices, process improvement, and knowledge management (KM). With over 1,000 member organizations globally, APQC provides the insights needed to support decision-making and cultivate internal expertise.

APQC Current Member List : https : //www.apqc.org/members/alpha

The APQC Director of Information Technology holds a central leadership position as the organization's most senior IT role. The director develops the overall IT strategy and roadmap, ensuring alignment with the business's goals and objectives. Serving as the liaison between IT and other business units, the director is a key partner to executive leadership and department heads, providing crucial IT expertise, solutions, and support while providing frequent, clear, and consistent communication throughout the organization.

2022 : 2023

APQC

Director of Information Technology

Specializing in comprehensive cybersecurity solutions, governance strategy, compliance assurance, risk management, and data privacy protection. With a team of certified experts, we guide organizations through the complex landscape of cyber threats, regulatory requirements, and evolving data protection standards. Delivering customized strategies that secure critical information, align with organizational goals, and foster a culture of security awareness. Empowering businesses to operate confidently, knowing their most sensitive data is safeguarded and their compliance posture is robust and resilient. Partner with us to transform your cybersecurity challenges into competitive advantages.

GDPR, CCPA, SOX, PCI DSS, GLBA, NIST, ISO, CMMC, CSA STAR, HIPPA / HITECH, FedRamp, FISMA

2020 : 2022

Steady Cyber

Senior Information Technology Consultant – Cybersecurity, Compliance, and Risk

An independent oil and natural gas production company focused on developing and acquiring oil and natural gas reserves in the Texas Permian Basin. Assets and operations in the West Texas Permian Basin, Company headquarters in Houston with offices in Big Spring Texas, and Beijing China. Surge has grown to become one of the state’s top 20 oil producers.

Led the establishment of the IT department, joining the company in its earliest stages. Built and managed a client services team of technicians providing 24/7 in-person and remote support to personnel across Texas and Beijing.

Received the 1st annual Bronze Compass Finalist Award for Technical Innovation, selected by the CEO to recognize exceptional achievement.

Recognized as one of 150 aspiring IT leaders worldwide by a Global Fortune 1,000 vendor and invited to attend the prestigious 2018 “IT Leadership SummIT”.

Achieved four separate performance-based promotions within a four-year timeframe.

Successfully mitigated an active ransomware attack, resulting in 100% restoration of potentially affected data and meeting established recovery objectives.

2015 : 2020

Surge Energy America

Information Technology Business Partner

Company: Avelo Airlines

Years of Experience: 19

Skills Agile Methodologies, Business Continuity, Business Process Improvement, Business Relationship Management, Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Change Management, CISSP, Client Services, Cloud Computing, Communication, Cross-functional Collaborations, Cross-functional Team Leadership, Cross Functional Relationship Building, Customer Service, Cybersecurity, Data Privacy Law, Digital Transformation, Disaster Recovery, Information Security Management, Information Security Management System (ISMS), Information Technology, Integration, IT & Business Strategy Alignment, IT Audit, IT Governance, ITIL, IT Leadership, IT Management, IT Operations, IT Project Leadership, IT Security Assessments, IT Security Policies & Procedures, IT Service Delivery, IT Service Management, IT Strategy, Leadership, Management, Microsoft Azure, Network Security, Oil & Gas, Privacy Compliance, Project Management, Public Speaking, Risk Assessment, Risk Management, Strategic Planning, System Administration, Team Management, Vendor Management, Written Communication
About A trusted leader with more than 20 years in Information Technology leadership who excels in IT operations, cybersecurity, data privacy, governance, compliance, and risk management. A lifelong learner and proactive collaborator, a highly skilled communicator adept at translating complex technical information into business-focused messages, with a proven track record of aligning IT strategies with corporate objectives. Recognized as an industry ambassador, committed to educating, advocating, and expanding information technology, cybersecurity, and privacy communities, demonstrating exemplary team building and project management skills.



In 2006, David was named Time Magazine's Person of the Year.

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