Perry Keating
About Perry Keating
Perry Keating is the Managing Director and President at Protiviti Government Service Inc, with extensive experience in cybersecurity, information security, and policy development.
Company Overview
Perry Keating currently serves as Managing Director and President at Protiviti Government Services Inc. since 2023, and as Managing Director at Protiviti since 2017. Protiviti is a global consulting firm that delivers deep expertise in finance, technology, operations, data analytics, governance, risk, and internal audit to companies through its network of more than 85 offices across over 25 countries.
Professional Title and Roles
Perry Keating holds the title of Managing Director at Protiviti and Managing Director and President at Protiviti Government Services Inc. His role involves overseeing the operations, driving strategic initiatives, and ensuring the delivery of consulting services across various sectors including cybersecurity, information security, and financial services.
Previous Experience
Prior to joining Protiviti, Perry Keating has held a number of prominent positions in leading organizations. He served as Chief Operating Officer and Partner at Blue Canopy, Vice President of Services at Avaya Government Solutions, Senior Vice President at Agilex Technologies, and Vice President of Enterprise Services at SRA International. His career includes senior roles at Siebel, KPMG, and the US Army. His extensive experience spans over three decades and multiple industries, including telecommunications, high-tech, and financial services.
Educational Background
Perry Keating has an extensive educational background with degrees and certifications from prestigious institutions. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Business Executive Research from Virginia Tech - Pamplin College of Business, an MBA and an MS in Management Information Systems from Virginia Tech, and dual BS degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics and Statistics from Tulane University. He has also completed various executive education programs at Harvard Business School and other military education programs.
Expertise and Specializations
Perry Keating specializes in cybersecurity and information security, with substantial expertise in designing and deploying Security Operation Centers (SOC) and Computer Security Incident Response Teams (CSIRT). He is knowledgeable in cybersecurity framework development and security control assessments including NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) and CMMC. His background also includes frameworks such as ISO, FFIEC, NCUA, GDPR, CCPA, and COBIT, along with experience in the telecommunications, high-tech, and financial services sectors.