Jessica Hale

About Jessica Hale

Most of my clients already know what they want.I work with inspiring technical leaders who have clear visions for secure SDLC programs, platform-native controls, protected software supply chains, and shift-left DevSecOps.My role? To bring structure, momentum, and cultural alignment to complex security transformations.I don’t sell ideas.I operationalize them.My work turns intent into impact through frameworks, rapid prototyping, and progress that earns internal buy-in.For the last 10+ years, I’ve led multi-million dollar transformations across the application, platform, cloud, and product security domains.My teams engineer the foundations- SAST, SCA, DAST, and IAST rollouts - Secure software supply chain design - CI/CD pipeline automation & hardening - CNAPP integrations & orchestration - IaC governance & cloud security guardrails - Golden image factory buildout & operations - Container, cluster, and platform runtime protection - Security architecture modernizationBut the real difference maker isn’t always the technical solution. It’s the human factor.I build modern security programs that respect engineering culture, accelerate delivery, and become a partner to the business. I get the most fulfillment from leaving behind lasting value in the form of self-sustaining programs, teams, and operations that continue delivering impact long after I’m gone.If you\'re navigating a DevSecOps, Cloud Security, or Product Security transformation and want to compare notes or explore ideas—I’d love to connect.

Experience

1. Director

   PwC

   Jun 2024 — Present

Education

• The University of Georgia

  Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Cum Laude, Marketing, Finance, and Management Information Systems

  2011 — 2015