Anthony Nigro

About Anthony Nigro

Cybersecurity isn’t just a technical function — it’s a mission-critical strategy.With over 20 years of experience in IT and more than 15 years in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance, I’ve led high-impact programs across DoD, federal, and commercial sectors. My work has shaped secure-by-design systems, enabled Zero Trust architecture at scale, and elevated cybersecurity to the executive table.I’ve successfully led multidisciplinary teams through complex security transformations — from RMF compliance and threat remediation to vulnerability management and endpoint hardening (WDAC, Intune, MDE). I’m known for driving technical strategy while fostering a strong security culture across enterprise environments.Currently supporting U.S. Air Force mission assurance via the EITaaS program, I combine deep cyber operations experience (USMC/SOCOM) with forward-looking strategy, governance, and innovation.**Focus Areas**:• Security Architecture & Governance (Zero Trust, Cloud, Endpoint) • Risk Management Framework (RMF, NIST 800-53, ISO 27001) • Vulnerability Management & Threat Response • Microsoft Defender Suite | Intune | Azure Gov • Enterprise policy design, onboarding metrics, and audit readiness • Executive stakeholder alignment and program leadership🧠 **Certs**: CISSP | CISM | GAWN | GRID | GCIH | CEH | CSIS | CIOS **Education**: B.S. Cybersecurity Management & Policy (UMGC), M.S. IT Management (in progress)Let’s connect if you’re looking for an experienced cybersecurity leader to drive transformation, reduce risk, and align security with mission-critical outcomes.

Experience

1. Member of Project Transition Usa Group on Linkedin Supporting Transitioning Military & Vets

   Project Transition Usa

   Jan 2020 — Present · Tampa/St. Petersburg, FL, US

   As a Veteran, I understand making that transition can be difficult. As part of this group, I provide training and assist transitioning military personnel on their journey to find civilian jobs. My goal is to help a fellow Veteran make the right connection which to me can make all the difference in the world.Project Transition USA is a 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to helping transitioning military veterans & their families find meaningful and rewarding civilian careers. All members of our LinkedIN group work together to utilize the powerful networking & job search technology of LinkedIN in support of this goal.In addition to managing this group, Project Transition USA was the first to conduct a LinkedIN Job Search Workshop on a U.S. military base (MacDill Air Force Base, Home of U.S. Central Command - Nov. They have been conducting free monthly workshops on MacDill ever since, and plan to expand these trainings to every military base in the country.We invite you to show your support by participating in our group and hiring U.S. veterans at every opportunity!Join our group here: learn more about Project Transition USA, visit:

Education

• Western Governors University

  Master of Science - MS

  2022 — 2023

• American Public University System

  Bachelor's degree

  2008 — 2016

• Corvallis High School

  High School Diploma

  2002 — 2003

• University of Maryland Global Campus

  Cybersecurity Policy and Management with a Minor in Small Business Administration

  2015 — 2020