Eddie Hernandez is an accomplished leader in cybersecurity and artificial intelligence (AI) with extensive experience overseeing cybersecurity governance frameworks, managing enterprise-wide risks, and ensuring compliance (GRC) with regulatory requirements and industry standards. As a strategic executive with a proven track record of success in GRC management and information security for global organizations, Eddie has held numerous leadership roles at highly recognized Fortune 500 companies.
He is skilled in conducting IT and security audits, due diligence during mergers and acquisitions, driving security innovation, and enhancing product and IT infrastructure security. Eddie has a proven history of assisting start-ups as well as established public and private organizations in strengthening their cybersecurity posture and maturity.
Eddie’s passion lies in ensuring business continuity, protecting intellectual property and information assets, sustaining brand reputation, and fostering profitable growth at the organizations he serves.
In some of his most impactful roles leading Information Security and Product Security at Fortive, Baxter, Hillrom, Epiphany Health, and Welch Allyn, Eddie has expertly developed and implemented top-notch cybersecurity strategies and frameworks. His initiatives have significantly prevented/reduced security incidents, avoided costly legal and regulatory penalties, and guided companies to achieve compliance in SOX, SOC 2, ISO 27001, HITRUST, NIST CSF, RMF, FedRAMP, U.K. Cyber Essentials, and CMMC v2.0. Eddie is skilled at developing and adopting structured information security policies, processes, and procedures that not only strengthen defenses but also support business growth.
The process of establishing and enforcing policies, procedures, and standards to ensure the effective and efficient management of an organization.
The practice of identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential threats and vulnerabilities to minimize the impact on a business or process.
The act of adhering to laws, regulations, and industry standards to ensure ethical and lawful operations are always carried out within an organization.
The development and implementation of effective short and long-term plans and actions to achieve organizational goals and maintain competitive advantage.
The process of planning and preparing to ensure that an organization can continue its critical functions during and after a disruption or disaster.
The practice of strategically combining companies through mergers or acquiring other businesses to enhance growth, market presence, and competitive advantage.
I’m honored to showcase a diverse group of clients who trust and believe in my expertise. Their support and gratitude inspire me every day, and I am so proud to have been a part of their success and ability to grow together.
