Richard Sanchez

About Richard Sanchez

With 14 years of experience in Information Technology and 8 years dedicated to cybersecurity, I help organizations build resilient, scalable, and secure environments—particularly in the financial services and digital asset sectors. Currently serving as Vice President, Cybersecurity Engineer at Stonepeak, I lead initiatives to protect complex infrastructure, mitigate digital risk, and ensure regulatory compliance.My background spans traditional banking, fintech, and crypto ecosystems. Prior to Stonepeak, I strengthened cloud and data security frameworks at Lukka, a leader in digital asset data services. Earlier roles at ConnectOne Bank shaped my expertise in security operations, governance, and risk management.I hold a B.S. in Information Technology from Montclair State University, along with certifications including CISSP, CEH, and PSM. I’m driven by a deep respect for secure design and a passion for simplifying complex problems.Let’s connect—I’m always open to meaningful conversations about cybersecurity, leadership, and emerging tech.

Experience

1. VP, Cybersecurity Engineer

   Stonepeak

   Apr 2025 — Present · New York, NY, US

Education

• Montclair State University

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Information Technology

  2012 — 2014

• Hudson County Community College

  Associate's degree, Business Administration and Management

  2009 — 2012

Skills

• Social Media Marketing
• Active Directory
• Windows Server
• Digital Media
• Customer Service
• Management
• Marketing
• Public Speaking
• System Administration
• Project Management
• Network Administration
• Entertainment
• Public Relations
• Training
• Technical Support
• Information Technology
• Music
• Website Development
• Online Marketing
• Wordpress
• Vmware