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Trusted Advisors & Strategic Partners
Leaders Helping Shape Security Strategy
HUME-IT Advisory Council
Strategic Industry Insights
The HUME-IT Advisory Council consists of experienced industry leaders who help guide HUME-IT’s strategic direction by offering insight into emerging security trends, industry challenges, and service innovations. These professionals do not directly conduct client assessments but instead provide expert guidance that shapes the evolution of HUME- IT’s services. Their contributions help align our offerings with industry best practices and ensure we continue to provide high-value security solutions.
Vaughn Ripley
Vaughn is a seasoned technology executive, AI and ML expert, and senior database architect with over 36 years of experience leading large-scale IT operations, AI-driven business solutions, and digital transformation initiatives for industry giants like Google, Adobe, and SAP. An innovator, speaker, and published author, he applies cutting-edge technologies to optimize business strategy, enhance security, and inspire resilience in both tech and life.
Christina Morillo
Christina is a recognized cybersecurity executive and Head of Information Security for the New York Giants, with decades of experience driving enterprise security transformation across multiple industries. A proven leader and thought expert, she specializes in developing proactive security strategies, influencing C-suite decisions, and leveraging emerging technologies to enhance organizational resilience and business growth.
Patrick Williams
Patrick is the co-founder and CEO of Plugin Optics Inc., leading innovation in fiber optic communications by optimizing logistics, reducing packaging, and lowering carbon footprints through thoughtful product design. With a background in startups, sales strategy, and technology development, he brings a results-driven approach to business growth and serves on the HUME-IT Advisory Council, contributing to the advancement of IT security services.
David (Dave) Swan
Dave is an IT professional with over 30 years of experience serving federal and commercial clients in systems design, data management, security, and cross-platform integration. A U.S. Army veteran and certified expert in Dell EMC, VMware, Microsoft, and Cisco technologies, he brings strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to technological innovation and community engagement.
HUME-IT Client Advisory Network
Hands-on Security Experts
The HUME-IT Client Advisory Network is composed of highly skilled security professionals who actively participate in security assessments, advisory services, and remediation efforts for HUME-IT clients. These experts work alongside HUME-IT as Trusted Advisors, delivering hands-on security consulting in areas such as cybersecurity strategy, risk assessments, compliance, and remediation planning. These professionals are available for direct client engagements and are selected for their technical proficiency, industry experience, and ability to drive security transformation within organizations.
Sadiki Harriott
Sadiki is a seasoned IT professional, entrepreneur, and service-disabled U.S. Army veteran with over 25 years of experience delivering mission-critical technology solutions to the federal government and private sector. A combat veteran and business leader, he specializes in secure IT infrastructure, cloud platforms, and security assessments, leveraging his strategic, solutions-oriented approach to enhance operations and drive innovation.
Thomas Hutchison
Thomas is a Solutions Engineer and Cybersecurity Specialist with expertise in security assessments, penetration testing, and executive-level security advisory for Fortune 100 clients. Specializing in security architecture, threat detection, and vulnerability assessments, he develops custom security tools and serves as a Black Hat Assistant Instructor, bridging the gap between technical security findings and business strategy.
Norman “Lee” Scites
Norman "Lee" Scites is a seasoned AWS Cloud and Virtualization Architect specializing in infrastructure design, disaster recovery, IAM policies, and hybrid cloud security. With expertise in vSphere, AWS, and cloud security, he leads secure AWS deployments, manages enterprise migrations, and enhances cloud resilience, all while mentoring organizations to modernize IT operations and optimize security.
Jonathan Clark
Jonathan Clark is a Senior IT Professional and O365 Security Architect with over 20 years of experience in cloud, virtualization, and Citrix technologies. A trusted advisor, he excels at designing secure enterprise solutions and advising organizations on strategic technology initiatives, while contributing his expertise to the HUME-IT Client Advisory Network on Microsoft 365 security and cloud infrastructure.
Maliik Turner
Maliik Turner is an experienced Cloud Infrastructure Manager and Project Leader with 25 years of expertise in system design, engineering, and administration. A strategic leader, he excels in motivating teams and delivering secure, high-performance IT solutions, having successfully led critical programs like the RSA TFA Operation & Maintenance Support Task for the FBI, ensuring secure access to mission-critical resources.
Strategic Partners
At HUME-IT, we understand that cybersecurity is a collective effort, no single organization can tackle today’s challenges alone. By partnering with CISOnow, Emrico Technologies, and Plugin Optics, we extend our expertise and capabilities to deliver integrated, scalable, and secure solutions. Together, we provide the technology, insight, and strategic guidance organizations need to protect their IT environments, enhance security resilience, and stay ahead of emerging threats.