Leadership Team
Todd Seager
Professional Summary
Todd Seager is a distinguished security strategist and innovator with extensive experience delivering tailored, risk-focused security programs for organizations ranging from Fortune 50 companies to small and medium businesses. As an Information Security Officer with over two decades of experience, Todd has developed exceptional expertise in security strategy, governance, and compliance across multiple industries including defense, finance, healthcare, and manufacturing.
Professional Expertise
Todd excels at simplifying complex security concepts and creating efficient, integrated solutions that align with business objectives. His holistic approach to security governance has enabled organizations to optimize their security investments while maintaining robust protection and regulatory compliance. With a remarkable track record of leading diverse security initiatives, Todd has:
Developed comprehensive security frameworks and control mappings that rationalize multiple standards (NIST, ISO, CIS) into cohesive, manageable programs
Led CMMC compliance programs for over 35 organizations, achieving Level 2 compliance efficiently and effectively
Created innovative assessment tools and methodologies including control assessment and risk assessment tools, inventory rationalization solutions, and scalable governance documentation frameworks that have significantly reduced security gaps across client environments
Maintained a 90% client retention rate as a Virtual CISO, building strong relationships founded on trust and demonstrated value
Reviewed hundreds of client security programs and delivered security services at scale for Managed Service Providers (MSPs)
Industry Focus
Todd brings specialized expertise to several key sectors:
Defense Industrial Base: Expert implementation of CMMC, NIST 800-171, and DFARS requirements
Financial Services: Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks and security controls for banking and investment firms
Healthcare: Comprehensive knowledge of HIPAA compliance and healthcare data protection
Manufacturing: Practical experience securing industrial environments and SCADA systems
Approach & Philosophy
Todd approaches security consulting with a commitment to creating right-sized, well-integrated solutions that address real business needs. His philosophy centers on:
Democratizing information security by making complex concepts accessible to organizations of all sizes
Building scalable security capabilities that grow with organizations
Ensuring accountability through clear metrics and governance structures
Optimizing security efforts to maximize protection while minimizing waste and redundancy
Maintaining unwavering integrity and honesty in all client interactions
Personal Passions
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Todd maintains a rich array of personal interests that fuel his creativity and balance:
Road Cycling: An avid cyclist who finds balance and rejuvenation through challenging rides, particularly enjoying mountain climbs with gradients averaging 15%.
Photography: An advanced amateur photographer skilled across multiple genres including landscape, portrait, macro, tilt-shift, real estate, sports, and astrophotography. Todd took most of the photos for this site!
Technological Innovation: Passionate about exploring new technologies and ideating creative solutions, now including integrating AI into work processes, reworking procedures, enhancing innovation, and improving quality assurance
Religious Faith: An active member of his church community, with a commitment to personal welfare and service
Invention: A natural innovator with 30 patents across various domains, including several in information security and photography (some utilized by major companies like Apple and Adobe)
Vision & Goals
Todd is driven by a vision to make robust security practices accessible to organizations of all sizes. He is particularly focused on:
Simplifying complex security concepts to enable broader adoption of best practices
Building security capability at scale for both individual organizations and managed service providers
Creating innovative frameworks and tools that streamline compliance and risk management
Mentoring the next generation of security professionals to ensure continued industry growth
Todd combines technical mastery with strategic thinking, allowing him to translate complex security requirements into practical, implementable solutions. Whether working with small businesses or global enterprises, he brings the same dedication to excellence, integrity, and innovation—creating security programs that not only protect vital assets but also enable business success.