Joe Travaglione

About Joe Travaglione

Most organizations don’t struggle because they lack technology.They struggle because leadership, structure, and security haven’t matured at the same pace.I help MSP owners and SMB leaders reduce cybersecurity risk, strengthen leadership, and build scalable operating models so the business can grow without everything depending on them.I’m the Founder of Future State Cyber, where I work as a trusted vCIO / vCISO and leadership advisor. My work sits at the intersection of cybersecurity, leadership development, and operational maturity.What that looks like in practice:• Helping leaders move from reactive firefighting to proactive, structured leadership• Translating cybersecurity risk into business language executives actually understand• Building repeatable systems so growth doesn’t rely on heroics or memory• Coaching leaders to stop being the bottleneck and start building independent teamsI’ve spent years working inside and alongside MSPs and technology-driven organizations, applying frameworks like NIST, CIS, ISO-aligned controls, and proven leadership operating rhythms. But tools and frameworks are only part of the equation. Sustainable growth happens when people, process, and security evolve together.My focus today is simple:Help leaders build businesses that are secure, resilient, and scalable without burning themselves out in the process.If you’re an MSP owner or business leader who knows you’ve outgrown “winging it” and want a clearer path forward, let’s connect.

Experience

1. CISO CIO Innovator

   Future State Cyber

   Nov 2022 — Present · Phoenix, MD, US

   Technology geek, IT security fanatic, business strategist, personal development coach, and process improvement wizard.

Education

• DeVry University

  Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.), Data and Telecommunication Management

  2000 — 2003

Skills

• Hp Procurve
• Network Design
• Virtualization
• Cisco Firewall Security
• Routers
• Unified Communications
• Windows 7
• Mobility Management
• Microsoft Exchange
• Vmware
• Dell Poweredge Servers
• Cisco Nexus
• Computer Hardware
• Desk Top Support
• System Administration
• Firewalls
• Cloud Computing
• System Deployment
• Servers
• Troubleshooting
• Backup Solutions
• Network Administration
• Disaster Recovery
• Telecommunications
• Cisco Technologies
• Vsphere
• Sharepoint
• Win2008
• Active Directory
• Windows Server
• Network Security
• Esxi
• Sonicwall
• Drac
• Integration
• Cisco Routers
• Vpn
• Software Installation
• Cisco Ios
• Voip