Peter Shoars

Peter Shoars, Jr. is a seasoned cybersecurity professional with extensive experience in assessing and implementing cybersecurity solutions across various organizations. Currently serving as a CMMC Lead Assessor and Cybersecurity Engineer at OSC Edge, Peter specializes in architecting compliant solutions for classified information systems, writing standardized documentation, and conducting FISMA assessments. In addition to this role, Peter instructs a Cybersecurity Bootcamp at edX, sharing industry insights and fostering student engagement. Previous positions include Senior Cyber Security Engineer at Netizen Corporation and RMF/Cybersecurity Engineer at Fotis Networks, where Peter led auditing processes, developed security policies, and ensured compliance with NIST standards. Peter's educational background includes formal training in Computer Systems Networking, Advanced Desktop and Server Administration, and a Master's degree in Counseling.