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Acclaimed, Award-Winning Visionary in IT and Cybersecurity
Scott Alldridge holds an M.B.A. in Cybersecurity and is a Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO), ITIL Certified expert, and Harvard Certified in Technology and Privacy, and is a nationally renowned expert. Scott is a distinguished leader with over 30 years of experience in IT management and cybersecurity, specializing in protecting critical IT systems that businesses rely on today. As the CEO of IP Services, Scott has played a pivotal role in delivering advanced managed IT and cybersecurity solutions across various industries. His strategic use of the TotalControl™ framework aligns technology investments with business goals, ensuring enhanced security, operational excellence, and resilience.
In his role as President of the IT Process Institute (ITPI), Scott co-authored the renowned VisibleOps series, with over 400,000 copies sold globally. His expertise spans IT management, cybersecurity, risk management, regulatory compliance, and cloud computing. Scott is also a recognized thought leader in modern cybersecurity strategies, including Zero Trust and Integrity Management, which are critical to safeguarding today’s complex IT environments.
Through his leadership, Scott has guided organizations in strengthening their security postures and navigating the complexities of today’s threat landscape. His contributions, including white papers, keynote addresses, and innovative frameworks, continue to shape the cybersecurity industry and influence best practices for protecting essential IT systems.
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Scott Alldridge, author of “VisibleOps Cybersecurity: Enhancing Your Cybersecurity Posture with Practical Guidance,” discusses Zero Trust and micro-segmentation, leadership’s role, proactive threat management, and more.
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Episode 127 Visible Ops as a Cybersecurity Foundation
In episode 127 of Cybersecurity Where You Are, Sean Atkinson and Tony Sager are joined by Scott Alldridge, President and CEO of IP Services and the IT Process Institute. Together, they use Scott’s book, “Visible Ops Cybersecurity: Enhancing Your Cybersecurity Posture with Practical Guidance,” to discuss how visible IT operations (Visible Ops) provide a foundation for cybersecurity.
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Visible Ops Book Conversation
In this conversation, Dr. Chase Cunningham and Scott Aldridge discuss the principles of the Visible Ops methodology and its application in cybersecurity. Scott shares his extensive background in IT and cybersecurity, emphasizing the importance of understanding and managing IT assets through effective change and configuration management. They explore practical techniques for implementing cybersecurity best practices, the significance of leadership support, and the challenges organizations face in adopting these practices.
His certifications include Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO), ITIL Certification, and additional technical certifications in platforms like HP, Nutanix, and Microsoft. He is also a graduate of Kensington University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and has recently completed a data privacy and technology certification from Harvard Business School.