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Kurt Siuzdak, Esq., CISSP, CIPP/US, CIPM, GPEN

Privacy and cybersecurity attorney. Ethical Hacker. Privacy Expert. Cybersecurity instructor. Third Party Compliance - OneTrust and SAI360.
Madison, CT, United States
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Education: Doctor of Law - JD



Loyola University New Orleans



Master's degree

Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance

Norwich University

2018 : 2019

Bachelor's degree

International Relations and Affairs

Boston University

1983 : 1987

Experience: Currently retained as the lead Cyber Attorney for AXA XL Insurance/reinsurance and Axiom Law.

2022 : Present

AXA XL / Axiom Legal

Lead Cybersecurity Attorney

Currently instructs penetration testing & hacking, web app testing, introduction to cybersecurity.

2021 :

Quinnipiac University

Adjunct Professor Cybersecurity/Ethical Hacking/Penetration Testing/Vulnerability Assessments

2021 :

Siuzdak & Associates

Cybersecurity, Privacy & Employment Law Attorney

2017 : 2021

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

CYBER Supervisory Special Agent

1997 : 2021

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

Special Agent

Company: AXA XL / Axiom Legal

Years of Experience: 27

Skills Anti Money Laundering, Asset Forfeiture, attorney, Burpsuite, Business Continuity, change management, cissp, computer intrusion, Criminal Investigations, Criminal Justice, Criminal Law, Cybercrime Investigation, cyber investigations, cybersecurity, data privacy, Disaster Recovery, Federal Law, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Crimes Investigations, Fraud Investigations, Incident Response, Information Assurance, information security, Information Security Management, Internal Investigations, Investigations, Law Enforcement, leadership, litigation, management, Metasploit, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, network, network security, nist, Penetration Testing, Privacy Law, Private Investigations, Risk management, security, Security Management, Supervisory Skills, Threat & Vulnerability Management, training, Vulnerability Assessment
About Hello. I am Kurt Siuzdak, a seasoned Privacy & Cybersecurity Attorney with extensive experience in regulatory compliance, risk management, and incident response. I have a strong background in leading teams and providing legal guidance to ensure effective privacy and security controls.



Experience:

🔹 Privacy & Cybersecurity Attorney, AXA XL Insurance – Present

Lead a team of privacy attorneys conducting third-party risk management assessments for regulatory compliance. Negotiate agreements with vendors and regulators for compliance assurance.



🔹City of Houston - Present

Establishing NIST privacy program.



🔹 Privacy & Cybersecurity Attorney, Dell Computer – Present

Conduct TPRM assessments and provide guidance on privacy and cybersecurity effectiveness.



🔹Cybersecurity Adjunct Professor, Quinnipiac University – Present

Teach cybersecurity courses and CLEs for the Connecticut Bar Association.



🔹 Employment/Insider Threat Attorney/Consultant – 2021-2022

Provided expert consultation and investigative support for insider threat/employment law cases.



🔹 Cyber Crimes and Technical Operations Supervisor, FBI – 2017-2021

Managed multiple technical units and coordinated investigations for internet crimes and child exploitation.

Oversaw electronic surveillance and network security activities.



🔹 YouTube/Mr. Beast – 2021-2023

Acted as a guest actor on the highly popular YouTube show MrBeast, providing legal consultation.



🔹 Cyber & Civil Rights Supervisory Special Agent, FBI – 2015-2017

Conducted cyber investigations and provided legal assistance to police departments and private entities.



Education & Certifications:

🎓 Norwich University - master's degree in Cybersecurity

🎓 Loyola Law School - Juris Doctor

🎓 Boston University - Bachelor of Art

📜 CIPP, CIPM, CISSP certified | Member of IAPP



Military & Disaster Response Experience:

🌐 Served as an Armor Officer and Commander in the U.S. Army

🚒 Responded to various disaster situations, including Hurricane Katrina and 9/11



Security Clearance:

🔒 Top Secret (TS) with Special Compartmentalized Information (SCI)



My expertise lies in guiding organizations through complex privacy and cybersecurity challenges, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards.



Feel free to connect with me to discuss cybersecurity, privacy, or any legal matters.



Contact: kurt@siuzdaklaw.com | (203) 285-7013



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