Cyber Defense Advisors

About Us

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Cyber Defense Advisors
Tampa, FL

OVER 20 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

Proven Thought Leadership
Creates Significant Value for Clients

CDA, headquartered in the U.S. with offices and partners in major market capitals, has helped many of the world’s largest multinational companies achieve next-level value creation through digital business transformation.

As experienced industry veterans, we’ve advised top Fortune 500 companies, including GE and IBM, and federal agencies such as the U.S. Department of Defense, on cybersecurity and IT.

We work closely with small to mid-size firms, and our current clients include PE firms, angel investors, portfolio companies, and membership associations.

20

Years of Experience

2250

Assessments Performed

350

Clients Worldwide

25

Experts in the Field

MEET OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM

An Unparalleled Track Record For

Maximizing Client Performance

Since our establishment in 2001, we’ve been focused on one thing—harnessing technology to maximize value for our clients. With a veteran team of former CISOs, CIOs, and IT executives, you get more than Cybersecurity and IT consulting: you get a partner with consistent experience at supercharging your company’s value and performance.

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FRANCIS SCHMUFF
Business
Leader

Frank Schmuff, a cyber industry pioneer with more than two decades of experience, has designed cyber defense strategies for the Marines and the Navy, both in combat situations and as a civilian Pentagon employee. He implemented security infrastructure at prominent organizations such as IBM and JP Morgan Chase. He founded CDA in order to bring his experience to bear on behalf of private equity companies and small- to mid-sized firms in all business verticals. He enjoys sharing his work with the public and is a sought-after speaker at professional conferences.

 

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ROBERT GORMAN
Technology
Leader

Rob Gorman, a 25-year IT leadership veteran, spearheads our Information Technology division. His areas of expertise include CIO/CTO thought leadership, technology transformation, and enterprise grade management. At organizations such as GE, New York Hospital, RSM, IMG, Weight Watchers, Softtek and others, Rob led transformational IT projects in the areas of infrastructure, application, change and project management. He is an avid proponent of leveraging technology to improve operational efficiency and mitigate potential risks.

 

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RICHARD RUSSELL
Engagement
Leader

Business entrepreneur Richard Russell has over two decades of leadership experience creating long-term value for hundreds of small- to mid-size companies across multiple industries. Through his collaboration with clients such as Yale University, and other small and large organizations, Rich learned that the key to success is effective thought leadership and technology transformation. His customer-centric approach has enabled him to work effectively with business and technology leaders across the world.

VETERAN CISOs, CEOs & IT LEADERS

Protecting Clients of All Sizes
Worldwide & Across All Industries

FOUNDED IN 2001

Technology-Driven Value Creation
Unlocks Your Business Potential​

For more than two decades, we’ve worked closely with industry leaders like you—Presidents, Business Owners, C-Suite Executives, and IT teams—to create security and value for your organization, customers, and the future.

We have vast experience identifying and reducing risk to protect your business assets with a strategic security posture built around your infrastructure, data, and digital technologies.

We are here to answer your questions 24/7

Ready To Achieve Next-Level Performance?