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Derek J. from Canada

Derek J.

Canada 3-6 years
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Derek J. is a distinguished Senior Cybersecurity Architect and Cybersecurity Strategic Advisor with over seven years of experience guiding enterprise-level cybersecurity strategies in complex, distributed environments. Based in Saskatchewan, Canada, he is the Founder and Principal Consultant of LTH Cybersecurity, offering expert consultancy services across North America. His areas of expertise include cybersecurity strategy, architecture design, and risk management, with a focus on cloud and infrastructure security. Derek's work aligns with NIST and ISO standards and involves advising on security governance, risk, and compliance. His strategic leadership extends to designing Zero Trust architectures and developing cybersecurity roadmaps. Derek is also recognized for translating complex technical risks into clear, actionable insights for senior stakeholders. His professional journey includes delivering cybersecurity assessments and architecture guidance to varied sectors including nonprofit, technology, and public enterprises. As a top-rated consultant on Upwork, Derek has consistently provided high-level cybersecurity solutions, reinforcing his reputation as a leading advisor in his field.

Experience

  • Top Rated Cybersecurity Consultant

    Upwork · 2022 — Present
    Achieved and maintained Top Rated status for over two years through consistent delivery of high-quality cybersecurity advisory and architecture services. Engaged in complex security strategy, investigation, and architecture review projects requiring senior-level expertise.

  • Founder & Senior Cybersecurity Architect

    LTH Cybersecurity · 2019 — Present
    Provide strategic leadership in cybersecurity advisory and architecture across various sectors, such as nonprofit and technology. Lead the design of enterprise cybersecurity architectures that meet organizational and regulatory standards. Develop security standards and long-term roadmaps, focusing on initiatives aligned with Zero Trust principles. Offer guidance on risk management and governance, including feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses related to cybersecurity investments. Act as the main architect for security systems, employing formal design methodologies and frameworks. Developed a lightweight Intrusion Prevention System currently in pilot deployment, showcasing detection engineering and operational security design. Ensure the successful implementation and measurement of cybersecurity solutions, aligning technical controls with business objectives. Regularly present to executives and stakeholders, translating technical risks into clear, actionable guidance.

  • Senior Cybersecurity Consultant / Architect (Contract)

    Multiple Enterprise & Nonprofit Clients · 2018 — Present
    Provided architectural expertise and cybersecurity assessments for various organizations, including New York Foundation of the Arts and Rayobyte. Assisted with evaluations of security posture and remediation planning in line with NIST and best practices. Delivered architectural leadership during incident responses and security investigations, involving log analysis and forensic reviews. Designed secure network architectures, segmentation strategies, and cloud security measures tailored for distributed environments. Worked collaboratively with technical teams and stakeholders to ensure that security initiatives were feasible and aligned with organizational objectives.