Adam Ortega

Built the IT and cybersecurity function from the ground up following a corporate spinoff, delivering a fully operational, cloud-native enterprise IT ecosystem in 60 days. Designed and implemented a SOC2 governance and compliance program, achieving audit readiness in under two months.

Modernized IT infrastructure and security across hybrid clouds, harmonizing technology strategy with cybersecurity models and compliance. Advanced Zero Trust architecture and directed successful SOC 2 and Microsoft SSPA audits, contributing to $3M in revenue growth.

Built and governed a secure, globally distributed IT ecosystem supporting 100+ remote employees, delivering 99.99% uptime. Achieved SOC 2 Type II compliance within six months and led three end-to-end M&A IT integrations with zero operational downtime.

Oversaw global infrastructure, data center operations, and information security programs for a SaaS IP platform serving Fortune 500 clients. Managed worldwide IT operations supporting 400+ users across five countries with a $1.5M annual budget.

Managed global enterprise IT strategy for a high-growth mobile security company, overseeing a $10M budget and leading global teams through rapid expansion, acquisitions, and international scaling. Integrated eight acquisitions and executed 13 global office buildouts with zero operational disruption.

Master of Science in Computer and Information Systems Security/Assurance from Western Governors University, completed in 2014.

Bachelor of Science in Business and E-Commerce/Web Marketing from University of Phoenix, completed in 2006.