Katy C.

Katy C. currently serves as the Director of Cybersecurity and Senior Program Manager at G2 Ops, Inc., focusing on cybersecurity operations in the West Region and providing Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) products and services. With extensive experience in cybersecurity, Katy has held various roles including Staff Security Engineer and Independent Consultant, assisting regulated industries with cybersecurity challenges and advising small to mid-sized businesses on federal acquisitions. Additionally, Katy contributes as an Adjunct Faculty member at National University and a Contributing Journalist for "It's the 5:05! Podcast," covering open source and cybersecurity news. Previous experience includes leadership positions at Aquia Inc. and Deloitte, where strategic guidance and a focus on culture were emphasized, along with roles at Taranet and MBO Partners involving security analysis and cybersecurity governance. Katy holds multiple master's degrees in Cybersecurity Management & Policy, Cybersecurity, and Project Management, along with a Bachelor's degree in English from the University of Maryland Global Campus.