Amber
Boyle
Cybersecurity Professional, CISSP, CRISC, CCSP, PMP, GCIH, CIPP/US, GSEC, GSIF
About
Who I am?
Visionary executive with 17 + years of Cybersecurity and national security leadership, renowned for consistently driving exceptional results. I possess a proven track record of exceeding strategic objectives by leveraging extensive experience in guiding cross-functional teams. I am known to be a decisive problem-solver with keen judgment that thrives in high-pressure environments. Whether leading Cybersecurity and IT initiatives or shaping risk management strategies, my unwavering commitment to excellence is the cornerstone of success. My exceptional decision-making skills and astute emotional intelligence set a gold standard for proactive risk management and resilience, establishing new benchmarks for excellence.
Expertise
My Skills
Transformational Leadership
Project
Management
Risk
Mitigation
Threat
Intelligence
Strategy & Team Development
Compliance Frameworks, NIST/ISO
Cybersecurity Strategy Alignment
Technology resource integration
Security Policy & procedure improvements
Performance
monitoring
Partnership
development
Legal, Regulatory and Audit Expertise
Experience
Experience
Infosys Consulting | New Orleans, LA
12/2021 - Current
- Orchestrated an enterprise privacy program for a Fortune 500 company, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and surpassing compliance objectives, resulting in enhanced data protection and privacy.
- Provided technical expertise and guidance to develop comprehensive cybersecurity solutions and address emerging threats
- Developed security assessments to evaluate corporate data governance, architecture, and defenses as well as to effectively implement plans to mitigate long-term cybersecurity and risk concerns
- Made actionable recommendations for execution of enterprise level data protection, data privacy and risk mitigation programs
- Collaborated with technical staff and key client stakeholders to identify, define, collect key metrics for effective cybersecurity programs
- Spearheaded and successfully executed a security audit remediation effort for a Fortune 50 telecommunications company, achieving full compliance with industry standards and improving security posture.
- Led cross-industry risk assessments with an expert command of NIST, ISO, GDPR legal, and regulatory guidelines, resulting in a comprehensive understanding of vulnerabilities and strategic risk mitigation.
- Developed and executed comprehensive IT strategic plans aligning technology initiatives with the company's objectives, resulting in increased operational efficiency and cost savings.
- Provided technical leadership on complex security projects, including cloud security, data protection, privacy, security architecture design, and threat intelligence, resulting in strengthened security frameworks.
- Delivered in-depth briefings to C-suite executives and board members on cybersecurity risks and emerging trends to fortify the organization's security posture while aligning its strategies with the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape.
Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI | New Orleans, LA
05/2020 – 12/2021
- Demonstrated exceptional leadership and operational expertise in overseeing FBI national security programs, encompassing Cyber, Counterintelligence, International Terrorism, Domestic Terrorism, Weapons of Mass Destruction, Crisis Management, and HUMINT.
- Managed and led a team of over 100 personnel comprised of agents, analysts, and task force officers across multiple programs and threats, fostering a culture of excellence and teamwork.
- Developed and leveraged key partnerships and liaisons with United States Intelligence Community Agencies, federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to mitigate threats, strengthen information sharing, and further mission goals.
- Conducted offensive joint operations that effectively addressed identified national security threats and vulnerabilities, resulting in the neutralization of several high-profile threats.
- Provided expert briefings to senior leadership and key stakeholders, including government officials, law enforcement agencies, and private sector partners, to ensure situational awareness, collaboration, and effective decision-making.
Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI | Los Angeles, CA
12/2017 - 05/2020
- Managed and directed FBI Los Angeles' cyber-criminal program and multiple cyber task forces, resulting in improved collaboration and communication across teams.
- Provided timely investigative response for various cybersecurity incidents, including those involving ransomware, corporate data breaches, personal data breaches, botnets, hacking, the Darknet, virtual currency theft, and hacktivism, resulting in successful investigations and prosecutions.
- Conducted extensive research on emerging attacks and threat vectors in cybersecurity, analyzing cyber-criminal enterprises to minimize risks to private and public sectors, as well as critical infrastructure.
- Established and developed new capabilities to track and forecast future tactics, techniques, and procedures of cybercriminals, resulting in improved preparedness and response to cyber threats.
- Collaborated with key international partners and jurisdictions to effectuate large-scale global takedowns, resulting in the disruption of cyber-criminal networks and improved cybersecurity across borders.
Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI | Los Angeles, CA
11/2015 - 12/2017
- Led planning and execution of offensive intelligence operations against national security threat actors to protect the US from foreign intelligence collection and other malicious activities.
- Identified and monitored individuals and entities engaged in activities that undermine US intelligence and defense operations and neutralized those threats.
- Monitored foreign government programs aimed at compromising US operations and implemented countermeasures to protect personnel and citizens.
- Forged strong partnerships with US Intelligence Community agencies to coordinate global counterintelligence operations and protect national security interests.
Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI | Operational Technology Division, Quantico, VA
11/2012 - 11/2015
- Managed and provided technical leadership to a team of Electrical Engineers responsible for developing cutting-edge hardware and software solutions for the FBI's Operational Technology Division.
- Successfully delivered multiple high-profile projects on time and under budget, resulting in enhanced operational capabilities for the Bureau.
- Collaborated with FBI field offices to identify operational needs and built cross-functional teams to provide tailored technical solutions.
- Developed strong partnerships with FBI leadership, industry partners, and government agencies to advance the FBI's technology goals and mission.
- Aligned FBI research and development strategies with investigative needs to apply innovative solutions to complex technical challenges. Championed emerging technologies and processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the FBI's technical operations.
- Managed multi-million-dollar budgets, negotiated government contracts, and evaluated contractual performance to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of technical solutions.
Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI | Baltimore, MD
10/2006 - 11/2012
- Collaborated with federal law enforcement agencies to apprehend and neutralize threats
- Subverted agents of foreign powers in order to gain access to intelligence networks.
- Interrogated witnesses and crime suspects to collect human intelligence
General Dynamics | Sierra Vista, AZ
03/2005 - 08/2006
- Developed new Counterintelligence course materials to address emerging threats and reflect new military intelligence tactics and operations
- Delivered training program courses to meet validated agency requirements and mentored new Army Counterintelligence agents
- Researched and developed innovative learning methods to optimize learning processes.
Organizations
My profile
Education and Training
University of Maryland | Global Campus
Bachelor of Science in Accounting And Business Management
12/2004
Stanford University Graduate School of Business, Certificate IamtheFuture Women in Leadership 11/2022
Carnegie Mellon University
Master’s Degree Candidate in Information Technology
12/2024
Professional Associations
(ISC)²
ISACA
PMI
IAPP
WiCyS
Women in Cybersecurity
Women’s Cyberjutsu
Military Service
Distinguished U.S. Veteran with extensive experience in National Security Investigations, force protection, and intelligence collection. Served with distinction in multiple campaigns, including Operation Noble Eagle, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Operation Iraqi Freedom.
certificates
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