Randy M.

About Randy M.

I\'m a cybersecurity leader and U.S. Navy veteran with 30+ years of experience driving enterprise security transformation across critical infrastructure, IT/OT, and cloud environments. My focus is building teams that think like adversaries and execute like engineers — where detection, simulation, and automation intersect to produce measurable outcomes.At PPL Corporation (LG & E and KU Energy), I led enterprise detection engineering programs that increased coverage by 70%, scaled SIEM ingestion to 119B+ events per month with 20% annual growth, and reduced mean time to respond by 40%. I onboarded and governed ReliaQuest as our MSSP, implemented adversary-informed detection mapped to MITRE ATT & CK, and built hands-on development programs — including the \"60 Minutes of Curiosity\" initiative — that transformed analysts into engineers.On the strategic side, I authored a five-year security roadmap, owned budget and vendor governance across major enterprise contracts, and delivered $3.1M in cost savings through disciplined program management. I also led NERC CIP continuous monitoring across IT and OT environments and drove a formal vulnerability management program with SLA accountability and executive risk committee reporting.My leadership approach blends deep technical expertise with strategic foresight. I design systems that learn, teams that adapt, and controls that scale with the business — whether the challenge is detection engineering, zero trust architecture, or MSSP governance.I hold GSEC and GCIH certifications and stay active in the security community as a member of ISSA Kentuckiana, where I help organize events, coordinate speakers, and support the Louisville InfoSec community.I\'m currently exploring Senior Manager and Director-level opportunities across enterprise, MSSP/vendor, and federal environments. r••••@randyco.com | 50••••••96

Experience

1. Manager Cybersecurity Engineeing

   PPL Corporation

   Oct 2022 — Present · KY, US

   Experienced IT Security Engineering Manager with a strong background in the information technology and services industry. Proficient in IT Security, Management, Budgeting, and New Technology Deployment. Demonstrated ability to lead successful projects, optimize resources, and implement innovative technology solutions to enhance organizational efficiency and security.Experience:IT Security Engineering ManagerPPL Corporation Management:Lead and mentor a team of security engineers, fostering collaboration and innovation.Develop and implement strategic plans aligning IT security with business objectives.Conduct performance reviews and provide continuous feedback for professional growth.Budgeting:Manage annual IT security budgets, ensuring optimal resource allocation.Analyze financial data to forecast budget needs and identify cost-saving opportunities.Negotiate contracts with vendors and service providers for favorable terms.New Technology Deployment:Oversee the deployment of new security technologies, ensuring seamless integration.Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for new implementations.Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies for continuous improvement.Managed a team of IT professionals, enhancing productivity through effective leadership.Successfully deployed multiple new technology solutions, improving system performance and security.Developed and managed project budgets, achieving cost efficiencies and meeting financial targets.Skills:IT SecurityTeam ManagementBudget ManagementNew Technology DeploymentProject ManagementRisk AssessmentStrategic PlanningVendor NegotiationPerformance Reviews

Education

• West Hardin

  General

  1986 — 1990

• Elizabethtown Community and Technical College

  Automotive

  1990 — 1991