Les Buday

Les Buday has been working in the cybersecurity industry for over 25 years. Les began their career in 1993 as Director at Stanley Associates, Inc. In 2007, they moved to Primescape Solutions, Inc. as VP of Operations. In 2009, Les joined TDI (Tetrad Digital Integrity) as President & COO, VP of Service Delivery, VP, Defense Programs, and Director. In 2020, they were appointed Director of Cybersecurity at HumanTouch, LLC. Most recently, in 2021, Les took on the role of Managing Director at SecureIT.

Les Buday obtained a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Virginia Tech between 1985 and 1989. Les then went on to earn a Master's degree in Software Systems Engineering from George Mason University between 1994 and 1996. In April 2021, Buday obtained a Registered Practictioner certification from the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Accreditation Body (CMMC AB). Les also holds a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute, which they obtained in July 2006. Additionally, Buday has CAP and PMP certifications, although the institution and date of obtaining these certifications is unknown.