About Us
Mission Statement
Inspire and grow the local cybersecurity expertise thru a world class certified organization to grow exceptional talent and expertise thru membership and build a strong local cybersecurity community.
Board of Directors
President
Frank Simorjay, CISSP
Frank Simorjay is a Principal Program Manager for the Industry Cloud Solutions team at Microsoft. He is a cloud security architect and content developer with an extensive library of security content for Microsoft. He is passionate about promoting security computing, smart cloud adoption, and Internet of Things (IoT) security. He also enjoys working with LLMs. He is a CISSP and ISSA Distinguished Fellow and has been recognized as a distinguished fellow with the Association. He is also the founder of the ISC2 Seattle chapter and ISSA Puget Sound.
Contact Frank at: president@isc2seattle.org
Vice President
Jake Bernstein, CISSP
Data Protection and Cybersecurity attorney with regulatory and enforcement background and a high degree of technical computer knowledge. I help clients figure out their cybersecurity and privacy risks and how to manage those risks while staying focused on business needs and practical realities.
Finally, I am the co-host of The Cyber Risk Management Podcast, a bi-monthly podcast that discusses cyber risk management from the perspective of a CISO and practicing cybersecurity attorney. Join our audience at http://www.thecyberriskmanagementpodcast.com!
Secratary
Stephen Bellville, CISSP
With a deep passion for cybersecurity, Stephen achieved his CISSP certification in 2012 and completed a Masters in Cybersecurity Management and Policy from the University of Maryland. His distinguished career in the Marine Corps has provided him with challenging and rewarding experiences. Stephen is excited to utilize his expertise to support the local ISC2 Chapter.
Director of Web Services
Sinh Tran, CISSP
Sinh Tran holds a Master’s in Computer Science from Georgia Tech and wears multiple professional hats in the fields of cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. He is a founding partner at Linalg AI, a consulting firm specializing in advanced AI solutions and cybersecurity. In addition, Sinh serves as an Instructional Associate at Georgia Tech, shaping the next generation of computer scientists. As an NVIDIA Deep Learning Institute certified instructor, he provides hands-on training in deep learning to help professionals and organizations unlock the potential of AI technologies.
Treasurer
AK Torgerson, CISSP
AK obtained her CISSP in 2023, after attending an ISC2 Seattle CISSP Bootcamp. She holds a Masters in Analytical Chemistry from the University of Washington and Bachelors in Biochemistry and Computer Science, both from Seattle University.
Treasurer - Outgoing
Lori Murray, CISSP
Experienced Senior Principal System Engineer with a demonstrated history of working in the Computer & Network Security industry. Skilled in Information Assurance, Intrusion Detection, Information Security, Security Engineering, and Systems Engineering. Strong information technology professional with a Doctor of Philosophy – PhD focused in Computer Engineering – Secure and Reliable Computing from Iowa State University.
Director of Membership
Lawrence Savidge
Larry Savidge is a certified cybersecurity professional (CISSP, CIPT) with a unique combination of technical expertise and a strong foundation in legal principles. With over 6 years of experience in detection engineering, SIEM content development, and incident response, Larry excels at building creative, effective solutions to secure enterprise networks. Known for his ability to bridge technical insights with organizational goals, he thrives in roles that require both collaboration and strategic thinking. Currently expanding his expertise in cloud security, AI, and GRC, Larry is passionate about empowering organizations to anticipate and defend against evolving cyber threats.
Director of Communication
Agnes Goss
Project management professional delivering business and technical solutions in diverse and challenging environments. Extensive experience in planning and implementing complex programs and projects, managing cross-functional teams and motivating people to action. Proven leader who can enhance communication differences between technical and business teams. Skilled in capacity planning, financial analysis and process improvement.
Contact Agnes at: communication@isc2seattle.org
Director of Communication
Mike Ray, CISSP
Mike is a technical writer at Microsoft where he writes about SQL Server. Previously he has been a business intelligence consultant, support engineer, and database administrator. Prior to Microsoft he served as an officer in the US Army Signal Corps and in the Washington Army National Guard.
Director of Sponsorship
Sudheer Reddy Koppula
Sudheer Reddy Koppula is a Senior SRE Manager at Microsoft, specializing in security platform management and compliance within the Microsoft Security organization. He has led significant LiveSite processes, Site Reliability, DevOps and Compliance (Security, Privacy and FedRAMP) process improvements and is passionate about enhancing security measures and promoting secure computing. Sudheer is also actively involved in mentoring and managing reliability engineering teams.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sudheer-reddy-koppula/
Director of AV
Micah Blanton
As a skilled audio and video professional transitioning from
the film industry to cybersecurity, I am excited to lend my creative flair and
technical skills to the efforts of ISC2. With a passion for storytelling and
a commitment to digital safety, I aim to protect organizations from evolving
cyber threats.
Director of Education
Clifford Jenkins, CISSP
Cliff is a seasoned IT professional with over 30 years of experience. His passion for cybersecurity and mentorship has led him to achieve certifications such as HIPAA Security Officer, Certified Paralegal in corporate law, Project Management Professional, and most recently, the prestigious CISSP.
With a strong background in healthcare IT, Cliff has excelled in securing critical infrastructure and implementing robust security measures. He has extensive experience in Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, and Incident Response. His goal is to empower others in the cybersecurity field by sharing real-world examples and practical insights beyond theoretical knowledge.
Director at Large
Jean Pawluk, CISSP
Accomplished executive leader, architect, and security strategist with deep technical & business expertise and practical people skills. Gets things done.
Always curious, often creative. My favorite question is Why? followed by What if?
My ongoing research focus is in the convergence of and the use and abuse of emerging technologies and security including blockchain, augmented reality (AR / VR), quantum computing, AI and machine learning, the Internet of Things (IoT) and synthetic biology.
Honored to be both a SC magazine 2015 Security Woman of Influence and a ISSA Distinguished Fellow.