Mark Cira

Mark Cira is a seasoned finance and operations professional with extensive experience in consulting and real estate development. As a Partner and Chief Financial Officer at Cogent Security Consulting since 2011, Mark oversees finance, accounting, and business operations, leveraging expertise gained from prior roles at major consulting firms. In addition, Mark is a Senior Consultant at Modus Strategic Solutions, Inc., where effective management of large capital projects is emphasized. As Managing Partner at Hardscrabble Developments, LLC, Mark focuses on building affordable single-family homes in Chicago. Mark co-founded Cira Capital Group in 2017, facilitating private equity real estate investments for busy professionals. Previous experience includes key positions at Ernst & Young, Navigant Consulting, and Schiff Hardin LLP, contributing to their robust background in finance, project oversight, and strategic planning. Mark holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Iowa State University.