Scott Blough
C-Level Cyber Security Advisor | Speaker | Mentor
- Role
- Strategic Consulting Manager at Mandiant Part Of Google Cloud
- Location
- Columbus, OH, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Scott Blough
Strategic CISO | Global Portfolio Advisor | Crisis & Transition LeadershipI am a \"Builder and Operator\" who specializes in transforming legacy security programs into high-performance, business-accelerating engines. With over 30 years of experience across the security spectrum—from Fortune 10 healthcare and Fortune 500 transportation to international maritime critical infrastructure—I bridge the gap between complex technical risk and material business value.My expertise lies in navigating high-stakes transitions. Whether serving as an Interim CISO for a Fortune 10 healthcare giant or managing global security teams across the Americas, APAC, and AMEA, I provide immediate stability and executive poise during periods of rapid change or crisisKey Career Drivers:Stabilization & Transition: Proven track record in acting as a de-facto CISO for multi-entity environments, stabilizing security postures, and leading the executive search and onboarding for permanent leadership.PE-Grade Due Diligence: Expert in conducting deep-dive risk assessments and NIST CSF 2.0 gap analyses to ensure cyber maturity aligns with M&A value creation and investment targets.National Framework Development: Developed the first NIST-annotated Risk Management Framework (RMF) for remotely operated movable bridges for the U.S. Coast Guard and DHS.Revenue-Focused Governance: At Tiffin University, I yielded a maturity benchmark increase from 0.7 to 3.4 in 36 months while generating over $2.3M in additional annual revenue through program innovation.I am a PhD (ABD) researcher and a trusted advisor to NATO, DHS, and the DoD on maritime cybersecurity. My goal is to ensure that security is never a roadblock, but a durable foundation for resilience and organizational growth.Core Expertise: Cyber Strategy & Governance | M&A Due Diligence | Incident Response | Global Team Leadership | NIST CSF 2.0 | Cloud Security (Zscaler)| C-Suite & Board Advisory | Regulatory Compliance (SEC, HIPAA, CJIS)
Experience
Strategic Consulting Manager
Nov 2023 — Present · Columbus, OH, US
Education
Tiffin University
MSCJ, Criminal Justice
1997 — 1998
Cardington
HS Diploma, College Prep
1983 — 1987
Skills
- Security Operations
- Intelligence Analysis
- Law Enforcement
- Patrol
- Firearms
- Leadership
- Physical Security
- Security
- Police
- Cyber-Security
- Preparedness
- Public Policy
- Public Speaking
- Investigation
- National Security
- Policy
- Intelligence
- Nims
- Crime Prevention
- Criminal Investigations
- Government
- Terrorism
- Homeland Security
- First Responder
- Cyber
- Management
- Private Investigations
- Security Management
- Emergency Management
- Law Enforcement Operations
- Digital Forensics
- Counterterrorism
- Protection
- Enforcement
- Cissp
- Surveillance
- Corrections
- Fraud
- Training
- Cyber Terrorism First Responder
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