Carl B. Johnson is a seasoned senior director in security, privacy, and risk management, with extensive expertise across ITAR, export controls, HIPAA, CUI, NIST SP 800-171, DFARS 252, CMMC, and advanced security in both Microsoft and AWS Cloud environments. With a background that spans healthcare, government, and defense industries, Carl brings a nuanced understanding of compliance and cybersecurity. A prolific author, Carl has published over five books on cybersecurity and emerging technologies and has been featured in numerous interviews and articles across industry-leading magazines and newspapers. As a virtual CISO, he advises Fortune 500 companies and defense contractors, helping them navigate complex regulatory landscapes and safeguard critical infrastructure.
