Chris Wilkes
Senior Lead, Executive Cyber Exercises, Cybersecurity & Crisis Mgmt Exercises, Cyber Risk & Governance
- Role
- Senior Lead, Executive Cyber Executives at SANS Institute
- Location
- Reading, MA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Chris Wilkes
With over 30 years of experience in IT operations, cybersecurity strategy, and crisis management, I specialize in preparing organizations for the worst-case scenario—before it happens. I bring real-world experience in managing crises and helping organizations navigate high-stakes security incidents and operational disruptions.Leaders cannot afford to learn on the job during a crisis in today\'s evolving threat landscape. That’s where I come in. Through high-impact cyber crisis simulations, I equip executives, security teams, and decision-makers with the tools, strategies, and leadership skills necessary to respond effectively when an attack occurs. These real-time experiences help organizations strengthen security posture, improve response times, and develop cross-functional resilience against cyber threats.What I Do Best: Cyber Crisis Management – Leading organizations through immersive cyber exercises that replicate real-world security incidents. Crisis Response & Business Resilience – Helping teams develop the skills and confidence to make the right decisions under pressure. Security Strategy & Leadership Development – Training executives and technical teams on best practices for navigating cyber threats. Enterprise Security Operations – Leveraging experience in global security operations, risk management, and response frameworks. Large-Scale IT & Security Transformations – Managing complex integrations, acquisitions, and security projects in multinational environments.Proven Experience in: Leading large-scale cyber exercises for Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and global enterprises. Managing multimillion-dollar IT and security initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Building and leading geographically diverse teams to drive operational excellence and security resilience. Delivering strategic cybersecurity insights to executive leadership and boards, helping them make informed risk-based decisions.Cyber threats don’t wait, and neither should your organization. Let’s connect and ensure your team is prepared for the inevitable.
Experience
Senior Lead, Executive Cyber Executives
Nov 2022 — Present · Boston, MA, US
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