Founder / Executive Cybersecurity Advisor
Christophe Foulon
Unlock the potential of your business with secure technology solutions!As an Executive Advisor, Virtual CISO, and Technology Security Consultant based in the vibrant Washington, DC area, I’m here to guide you through the ever-evolving landscape of technology safety.Let’s work together to ensure your business not only thrives but does so with confidence in its security practices.Ready to take the next step?
Hello! I’m Christophe Foulon, and I’m thrilled to share my enthusiasm for supporting small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs).In my journey, I have embraced the role of a Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), stepping up as an executive advisor to amplify my impact. I bring with me a robust history of transforming and managing information security strategies and operations across diverse sectors, such as financial services, computer and network security, cybersecurity, IT consulting, higher education, nonprofits, healthcare, and banking.Let’s make a difference together!
I am the founder and cybersecurity coach at CPF Coaching LLC. I bring over 15 years of professional experience as a vCISO, information security manager, adjunct professor, author, and cybersecurity strategist. My passion lies in exceptional customer service, streamlined process improvement, and robust information security. I have dedicated more than a decade to leading, coaching, and mentoring dynamic individuals.As an engaging security practitioner, I focus on helping businesses effectively address their cybersecurity risks while minimizing friction. This approach not only enhances resilience but also protects both people and processes through a comprehensive understanding of essential technology. Contributing to the community, I host the podcast, Breaking into Cybersecurity, which supports individuals in transitioning to the cybersecurity field by sharing inspiring success stories collected over the past five years. Additionally, I am proud to have co-authored “Develop Your Cybersecurity Career Path: How to Break into Cybersecurity at Any Level” and “Hack the Cybersecurity Interview: A Complete Interview Preparation Guide for Jumpstarting Your Cybersecurity Career”.My educational background features a Master of Science in Information Technology, specializing in Information Assurance and Cybersecurity, a graduate certificate in Information Systems, and a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Information Systems from Walden University. I also hold various industry certifications, such as CISSP and GSLC.Continuously broadening my scope as technology evolves, I enable businesses to harness AI safely to solve real-world use cases and create innovative solutions. I have assisted organizations in understanding what they need to do to remain compliant with various regulatory and compliance frameworks and how automation can efficiently manage their requirements.
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