Kimberley Mc Carty
About Kimberley Mc Carty
Kimberley McCarty is a Governance, Risk, and Compliance Manager at ExtraHop, with a strong background in military intelligence and protective services. She holds a Master's degree in Cybersecurity Business from West Virginia University and has extensive experience in crisis management, intelligence, and counterterrorism.
Work at ExtraHop
Kimberley Mc Carty has been employed at ExtraHop since 2023, where she holds the position of Governance, Risk, and Compliance Manager. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing compliance initiatives and managing risk within the organization. Additionally, she serves as a Security Advisor at ExtraHop, contributing her expertise to enhance the company's security posture. Her dual roles reflect her extensive background in governance and security.
Education and Expertise
Kimberley Mc Carty earned a Master's degree in Cybersecurity Business from West Virginia University, completing her studies from 2019 to 2021. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Furthermore, she obtained a Summer Certificate in Arabic from Middlebury Language Schools in 2001. Her educational background supports her expertise in Crisis Management, Intelligence, and Counterterrorism.
Background
Kimberley Mc Carty has a diverse professional background, including significant experience in military and protective services. She served as a Military Intelligence Officer in the U.S. Army from 1988 to 1996. Following her military career, she worked for the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) as a Special Agent from 1996 until her retirement in 2022, totaling 26 years of service. Additionally, she worked as an Attaché for the U.S. Department of State in Amman, Jordan, from 2013 to 2015.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Kimberley Mc Carty has developed strong skills in International Relations, Crisis Management, and Counterterrorism. Her extensive experience in various roles within the military, FBI, and U.S. Department of State has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of governance, risk, and compliance in security contexts. Her contributions in these areas have been significant in shaping her professional trajectory.