Michael Santarcangelo

Current

Author at Into the Breach: Protect Your Business by Managing People, Information and Risk
Founder at Security Catalyst Community
Creator, Executive Producer and Host at Security Catalyst Podcast

Founder and Chief Security Catalyst at The Security Catalyst (a Division of the Michaelangelo Group)

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Past

Lead CISSP Instructor at ISC2 - The CISSP
Directory of Privacy Consulting at IFsec
Director of Security, Regional Manager at Greenwich Technology Partners

Consultant at Andersen Consulting/Accenture

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Education

Cornell University

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Connections

500+ connections

Industry

Professional Training & Coaching

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Michael Santarcangelo’s Summary

Michael J. Santarcangelo, II is a human catalyst*. An expert known for innovation, education and implementation guidance in protecting information – including compliance, privacy and awareness – Michael energizes and inspires his audiences to change the way they protect information. His passion and approach shifts thinking and inspires people to change their behaviors.

His expertise and approach combines a deep understanding of security, business and communication focused on the human ecology of an organization. He guides and supports behavior change for individuals, teams, and organizations through the innovative programs of the Security Catalyst. Michael and his team get results that turn insiders into allies who reduce business risk.

*A catalyst is a substance that increases the rate and enhances the results of a reaction. Since they are not consumed in the process, catalysts can be used repeatedly, and in different situations. The security catalyst is a practice uniquely focused on the essential elements of every organization: people, information and risk.

Michael Santarcangelo’s Specialties:

We have success working with organizations to improve how people protect information. Our approach boosts revenue, reduces waste and improves how people, information and risk are managed. Areas of focus include improved risk assessment results, security awareness training that works and energizing the entire company.

Michael Santarcangelo’s Experience

Author

Into the Breach: Protect Your Business by Managing People, Information and Risk

(Publishing industry)

October 2008 — Present (1 year 2 months)

Into the Breach answers the question, “What happens when breach is only a symptom?”

Michael Santarcangelo guides a bold – and refreshing -- look at addressing the challenges of protecting information – and reveals the real challenge as a human paradox. As Michael explains,

“People have been unintentionally and systematically disconnected from the consequences of their actions for so long, they are no longer held accountable or take responsibility,” explains Michael. “The real key to protecting information is to engage people in the process and support them with the right tools and technology.”

An expert on human ecology, Michael is quick to point out that we do not have a “people problem” and explains why suggesting people are “the weakest link” or other commonly used phrases is nothing more than a copout. By explaining the human paradox, Michael demonstrates how people are actually the heart of the solution. He then sets forth a clear plan that explains how to engage, empower and enable individuals to take back responsibility.

Into the Breach is written for business leaders who realize the efforts to protect information of the last decade are not working. By providing compelling examples and clear action-steps, Michael Santarcangelo shines light on the path forward for any organization.

The ideas in this book provide answers, insight and guidance for those who realize individuals are essential to every organization. More than engaging, empowering and enabling people, Into the Breach ignites actions that provide individuals, teams and organizations with an accurate understanding of the people, information and risk of the organization. More importantly, it also sheds light on the context and consequence of the information.

This book sparks a shift in thinking and guides the changes in behavior required to change the way people protect information. Into the Breach explains how to turn insiders into allies that reduce business risk.
Founder

Security Catalyst Community

(Educational Institution; 1-10 employees; Professional Training & Coaching industry)

January 2007 — Present (2 years 11 months)

The Security Catalyst Community has a simple mission - Working together to improve the practice of security.

We draw a diverse set of professionals from around the globe to support and guide each other as we seek to improve our practice of information protection.
Creator, Executive Producer and Host

Security Catalyst Podcast

(Privately Held; 1-10 employees; Broadcast Media industry)

October 2005 — Present (4 years 2 months)

As the founder of Bald Studio Productions, I am the creator, executive producer and host of the Security Catalyst Podcast. I work with a small team of passionate professionals to examine the field of information security, and then work to present timely and interesting programming that addresses security concerns in a direct, but entertaining manner.

Our primary audience is technology and security professionals, but we also design our programming so that it can be easily understood by business professionals and consumers.

Our mission is simple, "to change the way people think about and practice security."
Founder and Chief Security Catalyst

The Security Catalyst (a Division of the Michaelangelo Group)

(Privately Held; 1-10 employees; Professional Training & Coaching industry)

January 2002 — Present (7 years 11 months)

The Security Catalyst is a company passionate about changing how people protect information.
Lead CISSP Instructor

ISC2 - The CISSP

(Non-Profit; Computer & Network Security industry)

July 2000 — December 2006 (6 years 6 months)

As a lead instructor, I was responsible for bringing to life the entire breadth and depth of information security concepts that every professional must be comfortable with. I worked to incorporate strategies for being a successful and passionate professional into the approach of learning, to ensure that as we continue to advance as a profession, we are regarded with respect and honor.

During my tenure, I have had the honor of meeting and working with an impressive group of professionals, passionate about improving our field. I have continued to build on the many conversations and opportunities to improve my ability to provide exceptional experiences for any organization committed to improving the way they think and act when it comes to protecting information.
Directory of Privacy Consulting

IFsec

(Information Technology and Services industry)

2000 — 2001 (1 year )
Director of Security, Regional Manager

Greenwich Technology Partners

(Privately Held; 201-500 employees; Computer & Network Security industry)

July 2000 — December 2001 (1 year 6 months)

I worked to establish and build a regional practice that focused on the appropriate selection and application of information security principals and solutions for our clients. As the practice director for NYC, I worked to establish a top-notch team that would be able to assist our clients in the best manner possible.
Consultant

Andersen Consulting/Accenture

(Public Company; Information Technology and Services industry)

1997 — 2000 (3 years )

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Michael Santarcangelo’s Interests:

I am passionate about learning and sharing what I have learned. I always seek new ways to learn about the world around us through photography, music, travel and sports.