C-Suite Advisory Services for Executive Leadership

Executive teams and boards deserve cybersecurity and technology risk guidance that is clear, credible, and actionable—not buried in technical noise. Tyson Martin brings board-level advisory expertise, fractional executive leadership, and proven governance frameworks to help your organization make defensible decisions, reduce risk exposure, and lead with confidence through complexity and change.

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Our C-Suite Advisory Services

Comprehensive executive advisory and cybersecurity leadership services designed to give boards and C-suite teams clear oversight, credible reporting, and defensible decisions.

Fractional CISO Services

Part-time cybersecurity leadership tailored to your organization's size, pace, and risk profile. Includes 30-60-90 day deliverables, risk assessments, board-ready reporting, and measurable KPIs—without the cost of a full-time hire.

Interim CISO Services

Fast, stabilizing security leadership following a departure, audit finding, or escalating threat environment. Triages risks, installs clear ownership, and produces board-ready dashboards within 30 to 90 days.

Board Cyber Risk Briefing

Translates complex technical cybersecurity risks into concise, board-level business impacts. Enables informed board decisions on downtime, vendor exposure, disclosure obligations, and revenue risk.

Virtual CISO (vCISO) Services

Remote senior cybersecurity leadership providing decision support, business-aligned risk management, and a clear execution roadmap—ideal for organizations needing strategic guidance without daily on-site presence.

Third-Party Risk Reporting

Converts vendor assessment data into board-ready insights. Ranks vendors by business impact, highlights concentration risks, separates critical issues from noise, and delivers a steady reporting cadence with clear accountability.

Cybersecurity Program Assessment

Evaluates your organization's cybersecurity maturity, identifies gaps, and delivers board-ready metrics with actionable risk insights, exception tracking, and ownership assignments aligned to business objectives.

Clear. Credible. Defensible.

Executive Cybersecurity Leadership That Drives Decisions, Not Delays

Boards and executive teams are increasingly accountable for technology and cyber risk—yet most receive reporting that is too technical, too noisy, or too vague to act on. Tyson Martin bridges that gap, delivering governance frameworks, board-ready risk reporting, and fractional or interim executive leadership that turns complexity into clarity. Whether navigating an incident, a leadership transition, or a regulatory environment with rising scrutiny, his advisory approach ensures your leadership team has the decision rights, escalation thresholds, and stable metrics needed to lead confidently without slowing operations.

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Trusted By Leaders

Client Impact

See how boards and executive teams have achieved clearer oversight, faster decisions, and measurable risk reduction.

"What sets Tyson apart is his ability to translate cybersecurity into strategic growth language for boards. He builds frameworks that don't just mitigate risk, they enable competitive advantage. He's exactly who you want guiding your organization in high-trust environments."

Chris Hetner
Chris Hetner

"We recently worked with Tyson Martin on an engagement, and it was a great experience. He helped us run a full technical audit, identified key gaps, and created a clear plan to modernize our systems and processes. Tyson is hands-on, easy to work with, and brings real technical and leadership..."

Andrei Stefan

"Tyson's impact has been immediately clear. Before working with him, we were struggling with outdated processes that created inefficiencies across our organization, and his unbiased third party perspective helped us quickly identify issues and develop a clear, actionable plan for improvement. Based on our experience so far, I would recommend..."

Jennifer Munson

"Tyson Martin embodies what modern boardrooms need: a leader who brings clarity, credibility, and strategic foresight to every technology conversation. Tyson is what every Board is seeking in 2025, someone who understands technology and can interpret and speak to Boards with a message Boards can understand. In doing so, Tyson..."

Greg Griffith
Greg Griffith

"What sets Tyson apart is his ability to translate cybersecurity into strategic growth language for boards. He builds frameworks that don't just mitigate risk, they enable competitive advantage. He's exactly who you want guiding your organization in high-trust environments."

Chris Hetner
Chris Hetner

"We recently worked with Tyson Martin on an engagement, and it was a great experience. He helped us run a full technical audit, identified key gaps, and created a clear plan to modernize our systems and processes. Tyson is hands-on, easy to work with, and brings real technical and leadership..."

Andrei Stefan

"Tyson's impact has been immediately clear. Before working with him, we were struggling with outdated processes that created inefficiencies across our organization, and his unbiased third party perspective helped us quickly identify issues and develop a clear, actionable plan for improvement. Based on our experience so far, I would recommend..."

Jennifer Munson

"Tyson Martin embodies what modern boardrooms need: a leader who brings clarity, credibility, and strategic foresight to every technology conversation. Tyson is what every Board is seeking in 2025, someone who understands technology and can interpret and speak to Boards with a message Boards can understand. In doing so, Tyson..."

Greg Griffith
Greg Griffith

"What sets Tyson apart is his ability to translate cybersecurity into strategic growth language for boards. He builds frameworks that don't just mitigate risk, they enable competitive advantage. He's exactly who you want guiding your organization in high-trust environments."

Chris Hetner
Chris Hetner

"We recently worked with Tyson Martin on an engagement, and it was a great experience. He helped us run a full technical audit, identified key gaps, and created a clear plan to modernize our systems and processes. Tyson is hands-on, easy to work with, and brings real technical and leadership..."

Andrei Stefan

"Tyson's impact has been immediately clear. Before working with him, we were struggling with outdated processes that created inefficiencies across our organization, and his unbiased third party perspective helped us quickly identify issues and develop a clear, actionable plan for improvement. Based on our experience so far, I would recommend..."

Jennifer Munson

"Tyson Martin embodies what modern boardrooms need: a leader who brings clarity, credibility, and strategic foresight to every technology conversation. Tyson is what every Board is seeking in 2025, someone who understands technology and can interpret and speak to Boards with a message Boards can understand. In doing so, Tyson..."

Greg Griffith
Greg Griffith
The Tyson Martin Difference

Why Choose Tyson Martin?

Tyson Martin delivers board-level cybersecurity leadership that is grounded in real enterprise experience, global thought leadership, and a proven track record of turning risk complexity into executive clarity.

Board-Level Credibility

Active NACD member, speaker, and contributor—bringing board governance expertise directly to your oversight and reporting processes.

Global Cybersecurity Influence

Contributor to the World Economic Forum's Centre for Cybersecurity and NRF CISO Executive Committee, translating global risk intelligence into actionable enterprise guidance.

Enterprise-Proven Experience

Former security and technology leadership at AWS, Home Depot, and Best Buy—deep operational experience across regulated industries and large-scale digital environments.

Plain-English Risk Communication

Delivers stable dashboards showing trend—not trivia—so boards and executives in regulated industries can make defensible decisions without decoding technical jargon.

Meet Your Advisor

Senior executive leadership backed by enterprise experience and global cybersecurity influence.

Tyson Martin, Board Advisor and Virtual CISO

Tyson Martin

Board Advisor, Interim CISO/CIO/CDO, Fractional Executive

Tyson Martin helps boards and executive teams reduce technology and cyber risk without slowing business operations by clarifying decision rights, tightening governance, and building inspectable execution frameworks. He serves as a board advisor, director candidate, and steps in as interim or fractional CISO, CIO, or Chief Digital Officer when organizations need stability quickly. His background includes leading security and technology transformation across enterprise environments at AWS and global brands such as Home Depot and Best Buy. He brings particular expertise in helping Chicago-area organizations navigate the complex regulatory requirements across financial services, healthcare, and retail sectors. Tyson is an active contributor to the National Association of Corporate Directors, serves on the National Retail Federation CISO Executive Committee, contributes to the World Economic Forum's Centre for Cybersecurity, and served as ISC2 Richmond Board President. He holds CISSP certification and has completed executive programs at Carnegie Mellon University, Harvard Business School, MIT, and through leading technology companies including Google, Amazon, and Microsoft.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is C-Suite Advisory?

C-Suite Advisory provides senior-level strategic guidance to executive leadership teams—including CEOs, COOs, General Counsel, and boards—on complex topics like cybersecurity risk, technology governance, and organizational decision-making. Rather than operational execution, a C-Suite advisor clarifies priorities, structures oversight frameworks, and ensures leadership can make informed, defensible decisions aligned with business objectives.

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Still Have Questions About Executive Advisory?

Connect with Tyson Martin directly for a straightforward conversation about your organization's risk and leadership needs.

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Awards and Recognition

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CISSP Certified

Globally recognized credential for senior cybersecurity professionals.

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NACD Member & Contributor

Active speaker and contributor to the National Association of Corporate Directors.

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World Economic Forum Contributor

Active contributor to the WEF Centre for Cybersecurity global initiatives.

Ready for Clearer Oversight and Defensible Decisions?

Share a few details about your organization's needs and Tyson Martin will respond promptly with a focused, no-pressure conversation about how advisory services can reduce your risk exposure and improve board-level confidence.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 (802) 430-9200. You can also send us a quick email at tyson.martin@gmail.com.