Gilbert Martin
@gilbertmartin
I build audit-ready government cloud platforms that achieve FedRAMP authorization faster.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I've led FedRAMP authorization and cloud security programs for BlackLine Systems, including achieving a FedRAMP Moderate Authorization to Operate in nine months. I owned the full lifecycle from security boundary definition and 3PAO coordination through continuous monitoring handoff.
At BlackLine, I implemented 300+ NIST 800-53 controls across Azure and AWS and designed secure reference architectures for a multi-tenant SaaS platform serving 4,000+ Fortune 500 customers. I keep architecture, evidence, and documentation aligned so audits do not require last-minute reconstruction.
Previously, I built Opsera's cloud architecture and security function from zero, established Citrix's FedRAMP JAB baseline readiness, and built a 25-person global Cloud Security and DevSecOps organization at OutSystems that achieved SOC 2 Type II certification.
My background also includes leading cloud operations, platform engineering, Zero Trust architecture, infrastructure modernization, CI/CD and DevSecOps programs, vulnerability management, and cloud cost governance across Azure, AWS, and GCP.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Sr. Director, Cloud Operations and AI Platform
BlackLine Systems
Sep 2024 - Dec 2025 (1 year 3 months)
Achieved FedRAMP Moderate Authorization to Operate in 9 months, implementing 300+ NIST 800-53 controls and designing secure reference architectures for a multi-tenant SaaS platform.
Founding Engineering Leader, Head of Platform Engineering
Opsera
Apr 2022 - Sep 2024 (2 years 5 months)
Built cloud architecture and security function from zero, including IAM governance, encryption standards, secrets management, and NIST-aligned compliance controls.
Independent Technology Executive
Fractional VP Engineering, Infrastructure, Platform, and Sec
Dec 2020 - Apr 2022 (1 year 4 months)
Provided advisory engagements for founders, CEOs, and CTOs, including interim leadership roles at OutSystems and Forcepoint.
Director, Cloud Engineering and Site Reliability Engineering
Apr 2019 - Nov 2020 (1 year 7 months)
Established FedRAMP JAB baseline security assessment and NIST 800-53 compliance readiness, managing $100M+ in annual cloud spend.
Sr. Director, Cloud Operations
Apttus
Dec 2016 - Apr 2019 (2 years 4 months)
Led cloud operations and platform engineering for a high-growth enterprise SaaS platform, owning production stability and security architecture.
Cloud Architect
Symantec Corporation
Jul 2014 - Nov 2016 (2 years 4 months)
Served as Cloud Architect for infrastructure separation during divestiture, leading migration to cloud and building CI/CD and DevSecOps teams.
Sr. Systems Engineer
Silver Spring Networks
Feb 2012 - Jun 2014 (2 years 4 months)
Managed HSM security and privileged access management across a 16 million endpoint IPv6 smart grid for PG&E and major utilities.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
EGCC College
Associate of Arts, Business Management
2020 - 2021
Grade: 4.0
Pursued Business Management with an Entrepreneurship Focus, achieving a 4.0 GPA.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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Location
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