Tyson Macaulay, CISA, LEL CIE

Global V.P. Solution Architecture at Rockport Networks

Tyson Macaulay, CISA, LEL CIE has extensive experience in the field of cybersecurity and technology solutions. Tyson currently serves as the Global V.P. Solution Architecture at Rockport Networks, where they lead the design and implementation of technical solutions for customers. Tyson also acts as a technical advocate for customers with product and engineering groups internally. Tyson is responsible for the development and management of product-delivery standards and procedures and mentors staff members. Tyson oversees all corporate security and risk management supporting regulatory compliance.

Prior to their current role, Tyson held positions at various companies. Tyson served as the V.P. Field Engineering and Chief Security Officer at Rockport Networks, where they were responsible for leading field engineering teams and ensuring security measures were implemented. Tyson also worked as a Security Consultant at the same company.

Tyson has also served on the board of directors for several companies. Tyson is currently a member of the board of directors at 01 Communique, where they support the development of quantum-safe email and remote access solutions. Tyson also serves as a member of the board of directors at NoviFlow Inc., where they help develop high-performance networking products and cybersecurity solutions.

In addition, Tyson has served on the board of directors for the Canadian Association of Defence and Security Industries (CADSI) and CIRA, The Canadian Internet Registration Authority. At CIRA, they held the position of chair of the Services Strategy Committee.

Tyson's previous roles include Chief Product Officer at Infosec Global, where they managed sales-engineering and product-engineering teams and promoted the value of cryptographic agility. Tyson also served as an Advisory Board Member at the same company. Additionally, Tyson worked as the Chief Technology Officer - Cyber at BAE Systems Applied Intelligence, where they led field engineering and pro-services for cyber security and fin-crime solutions in North America.

Earlier in their career, Tyson held the position of Chief Security Strategist and Vice President of Security Services at Fortinet, where they managed a team of engineering-consulting resources and engaged with customers, partners, and media as an advocate for Fortinet products. Tyson also worked as the CTO - Telecommunications Strategy at Intel Security, leading an international team of account managers and sales engineers.

Tyson's experience also includes their time at Bell as a Security Liaison Officer, where they led a team of telecom engineers and focused on telecommunications-industry security product definition and development. Tyson collaborated with marketing on thought leadership, mentored internal staff, and ensured compliance with operational and technical security standards.

Throughout their career, Tyson Macaulay has demonstrated strong leadership and expertise in the field of cybersecurity and technology solutions. Tyson has a deep understanding of regulatory compliance, risk management, and product development.

Tyson Macaulay, CISA, LEL CIE has a diverse educational background. Tyson obtained their Hon BA degree in Poli Sci / Economics from Carleton University, where they studied from 1991 to 1993. Prior to that, they completed their BA degree in Polical Science / Psychology from McMaster University from 1987 to 1991.

Tyson also has a certification in Not For Profit Governance from the Institute of Corporate Directors, which they obtained in 2017. Furthermore, they attended North Toronto from 1982 to 1987, but it is not specified whether they obtained a degree or field of study from this institution.

In addition to their educational achievements, Tyson holds several certifications. Tyson has the CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) certification from ISACA, which they obtained in April 2003. Moreover, they have been certified as a Professional Engineer in Communications Infrastructure LEL by Professional Engineers Ontario since October 2018.

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  • Global V.P. Solution Architecture

    October, 2022 - present

  • V.P. Field Engineering and Chief Security Officer

    August, 2020

  • Security Consultant

    March, 2020

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