Security Leadership Strategy, Communication
& Execution
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What You'll Learn
9 CPEs earned upon completion!
Security as a Business Function
CFO Roleplay
Incident Response Exercise
Executive Budget Defense Roleplay
CBF + Data Flows Lab
Building and Leading a Modern Security Program
Anatomy of a Security Budget
Executive Briefing Workshop
Total Enrollment Cost for this Course $1,995
About Your Instructor
Brian Blakley • Information Security & Compliance Strategist | Fractional CISO/DPO | Founder with Multiple Successful Exits
Brian Blakley brings over 30 years of real-world leadership in information security and business strategy, shaped by a hands-on career building, growing, and successfully exiting multiple MSPs. As a seasoned executive, board advisor, and entrepreneurial force, Brian knows the MSP grind intimately and his mission is to help MSPs shift from "just IT guys" to indispensable business risk advisors and revenue protectors. From landing a company on the INC 500 list with 1,200% growth, to guiding enterprises through complex infosec and compliance journeys, Brian blends street-smart business acumen with elite certifications like CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, CMMC-CCP, and Certified CISO. His approach centers on translating technical risk into language that boards, executives, and business owners understand, bridging the gap between cybersecurity strategy and revenue protection. His deep experience includes roles as a full-time and fractional CISO, risk assessor, compliance strategist, and trusted M&A advisor.
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What are attendees saying?
"Brian challenged us to think beyond the technical side of security and really understand how to lead, communicate with executives, and connect cybersecurity to real business outcomes"
"This executive communications and leadership course was outstanding. It is an intensive format with the opportunity to role-play what you learn throughout the course. I highly recommend to anyone looking to elevate their skills in this area."
Your Education Awaits
Follow the Pathway to vCISO Leadership
Graduates receive a vCISO Pathway Voucher, providing a structured bridge into the advanced vCISO Certificate Program. This establishes a formal professional journey: Security Practitioner -> Security Leader -> Executive Advisor.