Samantha Pyrcz, CISSP

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

As the Manager of Cybersecurity Analysts, Samantha helps with training, guidance, and enablement of the analyst team. Samantha has been employed at Fractional CISO since 2019 and previously worked as a cybersecurity analyst herself. She has worked at Hewlett Packard Enterprise’s Global Security department and Centene Corporation’s Cybersecurity Incident Response Team (CSIRT). Samantha is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP). She has a bachelor’s degree from Western Governor’s University in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance.

As the Manager of Cybersecurity Analysts, Samantha helps with training, guidance, and enablement of the analyst team. Samantha has been employed at Fractional CISO since 2019 and previously worked as a cybersecurity analyst herself. She has worked at Hewlett Packard Enterprise’s Global Security department and Centene Corporation’s Cybersecurity Incident Response Team (CSIRT). Samantha is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP). She has a bachelor’s degree from Western Governor’s University in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance.

Education and Certifications:

Western Governor’s University
Bachelor’s degree, Cybersecurity and Information Assurance.

Insights from Samantha Pyrcz

What to Do When You Catch an Insider Threat

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10 ways Fractional CISO helps you become SOC 2 compliant.

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SOC 2 Physical Security Requirements

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Cybersecurity risk assessments: your risk treatment map.

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Guide to the SOC 2 Security Trust Services Criteria

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