James Bird

About James Bird

At the forefront of AI security and cloud architecture, I have dedicated my career to the relentless pursuit of cutting-edge solutions and exceptional quality. With AWS Solutions Architect and AWS Security certifications under my belt, I have developed a profound expertise in AI and cybersecurity risk assessment and remediation, guided by the principles of NIST frameworks. Feel free to contact me at j•••••@gmail.com My achievement of passing the CISSP in late 2023 stands as a testament to my commitment to cybersecurity excellence. I am deeply engaged in advanced security operations, including incident response, with a specialized focus on security architecture in cloud environments. My proficiency extends to IDS/IPS, identity and access management, particularly in AWS IAM and AWS KMS, as well as AI security, AI safety, and governance. I take pride in my deep understanding of critical industry standards and frameworks, including the Owasp top 10 for LLM, NIST AI RMF, Google\'s Secure AI Framework, and MITRE\'s ATLAS. I am passionate about sharing my insights and collaborating on projects that push the boundaries of AI security and cybersecurity. If you\'re navigating the complex terrain of AI and cloud security, and looking for a partner in strategizing or implementing robust security solutions, please feel free to reach out.

Experience

1. Senior Cybersecurity Consultant

   Coalfire

   Jan 2023 — Present

   Engaged in outreach and education initiatives to promote understanding of AI risks and security frameworks. Designed and delivered digital content, emphasizing the importance of AI security in the evolving digital landscape- Expert in providing strategic, risk-based advising in cybersecurity and AI security, tailoring solutions to diverse organizations across multiple industries. Specialize in integrating emerging AI security frameworks to enhance compliance and protect against evolving threats- Wrote more than 40 robust security procedures, policies, and standards, catering to a diverse range of clients from mid-market businesses to Fortune 20 corporations. These initiatives focused on establishing comprehensive governance frameworks and ensuring the highest standards of safety and security in both cyber and AI domains- Led comprehensive risk assessments, evaluating the security posture of enterprises, systems, and applications. Effectively communicate complex findings and strategic recommendations to top executives on their cybersecurity and AI maturities- Conducted in-depth CMMI maturity assessments, focusing on process and risk mitigation optimization. Provided actionable insights for process enhancement and alignment with security best practices- Spearheaded a critical FedRAMP gap analysis for a Global 500 company, focusing on cloud products and services. Emphasized security considerations for federal compliance and market readiness- Acted as a mentor in Security Engineering, focusing on Azure security, guiding new engineers in implementing robust security measures and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Education

• DePaul University

  Bachelor's degree, Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications