Robert Clifton

Robert Clifton is an experienced cybersecurity professional currently serving as Manager of Information Assurance & Cybersecurity at Cherry Bekaert since October 2022, focusing on vCISO, incident response, and various assessments. Prior to this role, Robert held a similar position at Accume Partners and served as VP and Chief Information Security Officer at First Guaranty Bank, where responsibilities included information security, cybersecurity, risk management, and audit remediation. Robert's career began in network engineering and management, with significant roles at City Savings Bank and Kinetic IT Solutions, covering a wide range of IT security and administrative functions. Academic credentials include a Master of Science in Cybersecurity/Cyber Operations from Utica University and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from McNeese State University, complemented by studies at the University of Louisiana Monroe.