Eric Cardwell
About Eric Cardwell
Eric Cardwell serves as the Vice President of Professional Services at Axio, where he leads a cybersecurity consulting team. With a strong background in cyber risk quantification and security architecture, he has held various leadership roles in cybersecurity across multiple organizations since the early 2000s.
Work at Axio
Eric Cardwell has been serving as the Vice President of Professional Services at Axio since 2022. In this role, he leads a cybersecurity professional services consulting team, focusing on delivering solutions that enhance clients' cybersecurity posture. His responsibilities include overseeing the design, implementation, and assessment of enterprise-wide Cyber Security and Compliance Programs. Additionally, he has been involved in cyber risk quantification and third-party risk management, leveraging his extensive experience in the field.
Previous Experience in Cybersecurity
Before joining Axio, Eric Cardwell held several significant positions in the cybersecurity sector. He worked at ABB as a Cyber Security Liaison and Global Cyber Security Practice Leader from 2017 to 2020. Prior to that, he was a Senior Project Manager for Cybersecurity at EPRI for nine months in 2012-2013. His career also includes roles at ICF International as Principal and Cybersecurity Practice Leader, and at PwC as Director of Risk Assurance. He has a strong background in vulnerability management and incident response.
Education and Expertise
Eric Cardwell earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Tennessee at Martin, where he studied from 1986 to 1990. He possesses deep expertise in security architecture and incident response, which he has applied throughout his career in various leadership roles. His educational background and professional experiences have equipped him with the skills necessary to lead teams in addressing complex cybersecurity challenges.
Career Timeline
Eric Cardwell's career spans several key roles in the cybersecurity field. He began his journey at IBM as a Managing Consultant in Security & Privacy from 2000 to 2009. He then transitioned to Protiviti as a Senior Manager for Cybersecurity from 2013 to 2015, followed by his role at PwC. His career trajectory reflects a consistent focus on cybersecurity, culminating in his current leadership position at Axio.