Gary Smith

Gary Smith, CISSP CBCP CRMP, is the Senior Director of Physical Security at Applied Digital, where they manage enterprise physical security strategy, policy, and incident management. With a solid background in security management and compliance from roles at IBM Corp. and Digital Realty, Gary has implemented effective security programs for organizations of various sizes. They possess advanced degrees in Technology Commercialization, Information Systems Security, and Systems Engineering, enhancing their expertise in security risk management and operational resilience. Their early career included serving as a police officer and investigator with the DeKalb County Police Department.