Gideon T. Rasmussen
Cybersecurity Program Design & Assessments
Career Highlights
• Designed and implemented several cybersecurity programs
• Established strategic plans for multiple CISOs
• Presents to Boards of Directors and cybersecurity committees
• Established a NIST 800-53 information security program (10 projects)
• Established risk register processes and executive forums
• Implemented controls to preserve the integrity of a presidential election
• Established penetration testing and dynamic scanning functions
• Established PCI payment card security program for a fortune 25 company
• Designed and led third party risk management programs
• Conducted cybersecurity risk assessments (hundreds of controls)
Leadership Profile
Gideon Rasmussen is a cybersecurity leader with over 20 years of experience in corporate and military organizations. Gideon has designed and led programs including information security (as Chief Information Security Officer), PCI payment card security, third-party risk management, application security and information risk management. Has diverse cybersecurity experience within banking, startups, insurance, pharmaceuticals, DoD/USAF, aerospace and defense, state government, advertising and talent management.
Gideon is a sought-after speaker, addressing audiences at conferences, universities and corporate events. He has also authored over 30 information security articles. A veteran of the United States Air Force, Gideon has completed the Bataan Memorial Death March four times.
CISSP, CRISC, CISA, CISM, CIPP, ITILv3, NSA-IAM
Recent Projects: www.gideonrasmussen.com/projects.html
Community Service: www.gideonrasmussen.com/community-service.html
Woman and Veteran Owned Small Business: www.virtualcso.com