Charles Loring

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About Charles Loring

Seasoned Cybersecurity Executive and GRC Strategist with over 20 years of experience protecting high-value data across the healthcare, financial, and public sectors. As a former CISO, I specialize in building, leading, and maturing comprehensive security programs from the ground up, translating complex regulatory requirements into actionable, resilient defenses. My expertise is centered on driving enterprise-wide information assurance and includes: Governing the "Gold Standard": Leading successful HITRUST r2 Validated Certification and Recertification engagements, establishing world-class protection for patient data. Compliance Mastery: Deep expertise in aligning security programs with HIPAA, HITECH, NIST, PCI DSS, and CJIS frameworks. Risk Reduction: Proven track record of dramatically improving security awareness, including reducing enterprise phishing failure rates from over 20% to less than 2%. Strategic Leadership: Currently providing subject matter expertise on strategy, policy, and risk mitigation. Licenses & Certifications: CISSP, CHISL, CAHIMS I am passionate about simplifying risk and turning security into a business enabler. Let's connect to discuss security strategy, GRC, or advisory opportunities. As a thought leader, I actively contribute to industry discussions, share insights, and engage in continuous professional development. I am committed to community engagement through volunteering and mentoring, believing in the power of making a tangible difference. I am eager to connect with like-minded professionals who are passionate about cybersecurity, leadership, and positive impact. Let’s collaborate to create a brighter future together.