Charles Everette, Field CISO
Professional Overview
Charles Everette is an experienced cybersecurity executive with a strong track record as a Field CISO and vCISO. He specializes in providing strategic security guidance and advisory services to organizations across various industries, with a particular focus on the healthcare and municipal sectors.
Experience Summary
Current Roles
- Field CISO at ESET (2024-12-01 to Present)
- vCISO - Chief Information Security Officer and Chief HIPAA Officer at City of Fort Lauderdale (2024-05-01 to Present)
In his current roles, Charles is responsible for providing high-level cybersecurity oversight, strategic planning, and hands-on support to the client organizations. He collaborates closely with executive leadership to assess and mitigate enterprise-wide security risks, ensure compliance with industry regulations, and drive the implementation of robust security controls and best practices.
Career Progression
Prior to his current positions, Charles held various senior cybersecurity roles, including:
- vCISO | Principal Security Advisor for Generac at Mimic Cyber Solutions (2023-09-01 to 2024-06-01)
- vCISO | Field CISO | Trusted Advisor at Mimic Cyber Solutions (2022-01-01 to 2023-09-01)
- Field CISO at Virsec (2023-01-01 to 2023-09-01)
- Field CISO - Director of Cybersecurity Advocacy - Cyber Evangelist | Company Spokesman at Deep Instinct (2021-05-01 to 2022-10-01)
- Global Director of Customer Success at Deep Instinct (2017-08-01 to 2021-05-01)
Throughout his career, Charles has demonstrated a strong ability to identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities, implement robust cybersecurity controls, and drive enterprise-wide security transformation initiatives. His diverse experience in the field, coupled with his technical expertise and strategic leadership skills, have made him a trusted advisor to organizations across multiple industries.
Academic Background
Charles holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
Areas of Expertise
- Cybersecurity strategy and risk management
- Compliance and regulatory frameworks (e.g., HIPAA, NIST, PCI DSS)
- Security architecture and infrastructure design
- Incident response and threat management
- Security awareness and training program development
- Vendor and technology evaluation and selection
Professional Impact
Charles has been recognized for his significant contributions to the cybersecurity field, including his work as a "Cyber Evangelist" and company spokesman, where he actively engaged with industry peers and the broader public to raise awareness and share best practices. His innovative approaches to security solutions and his ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts have earned him a respected reputation within the industry.
Conclusion
With his deep expertise in cybersecurity, proven track record of success, and unwavering commitment to protecting organizations from evolving threats, Charles Everette is a valuable asset to any organization seeking to enhance its security posture and safeguard its critical assets.
