Ryan Williams Sr.

Ryan Williams Sr. is a seasoned professional in the cybersecurity field, serving as the Chief Executive Officer of RAM Cyber Consulting & Assessments, LLC since August 2024, where the focus is on Governance, Risk, and Compliance for the Defense Industrial Base, federal agencies, and corporate clients. Additionally, Ryan operates as an Information Technology Security Analyst for BuddoBot and founded "The Other Side of the Firewall," a daily cybersecurity podcast dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with over 600 episodes. Previous roles include Security Consultant at CompliancePoint, where guidance on regulatory compliance was provided, and a distinguished 20-year career in the United States Air Force, culminating as a Master Sergeant. Ryan holds a Master of Science in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance from Western Governors University and multiple military and academic credentials in cybersecurity and management.