Brian Fricke

About Brian Fricke

With over a decade of experience in leading and transforming technology and cyber risk programs, Brian Fricke is a trusted and respected executive in the security and tech industry. He currently serves as the MSVP, CISO, Technology Risk Executive at City National Bank of Florida, where he is responsible for designing and executing the information security strategy, overseeing the AI and LLM security governance, and providing reporting to the Board and Executive management on the effectiveness of the program. Brian has a proven track record of establishing and enhancing information security programs for military, government, and financial institutions, ensuring compliance with stringent security requirements and delivering business value. He has successfully managed the information and cyber security risk portfolio of over 600 sites, personnel, and systems and endpoints worldwide, closed multiple audit and exam findings, and identified millions of dollars in cost savings and efficiencies. He is also a recognized thought leader and influencer, serving on several advisory boards, speaking at industry events, and authoring publications on cyber security topics. A former active-duty Marine, Brian is driven by his passion for public service, innovation, and excellence.

Experience

1. Founder

   Stealth Startup

   Mar 2026 — Present · Miami, FL, US

   AI product management focused on privacy-preserving identity, trust infrastructure, and governance systems for online platforms and communities.Working across AI engineering, cryptographic identity systems, and cloud-native SaaS architecture, developing agentic workflows and scalable infrastructure that enable trusted digital participation while preserving user privacy.

Education

• The George Washington University - College of Professional Studies

  Master's Certificate, Strategic Cyber Security Enforcement

  2011 — 2012

• National University

  Bachelor of Science (BS), Homeland Security Management and Information Technology

  2006 — 2010

• The George Washington University School of Business

  Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA), Cybersecurity Analytics, Business Operations & Consulting

  2012 — 2013

Skills

• Information Security Management
• Itil
• Iso 20000
• Bmc Remedy
• IT Service Management
• Security+
• Security Clearance
• Physical Security
• Cissp
• Scuba Diving
• Program Management
• Project Portfolio Management
• Security Management
• Process Development
• Business Process Improvement
• Dod
• Military
• Troubleshooting
• Risk Assessment
• Computer Security
• Policy
• Process Simulation
• Incident Management
• Security
• Information Assurance
• Training
• Leadership
• Business Continuity
• Diacap
• Information Security
• Change Management
• Command
• Management
• Governance
• National Security
• Information Technology
• Vulnerability Assessment
• Defense
• Security Policy
• IT Audit