Robert De Simone
About Robert De Simone
Robert De Simone is an Enterprise Account Executive at SANS Institute, specializing in managing human risk and enhancing security culture. He has a background in music education and experience in sales and technical roles across various companies.
Work at SANS Institute
Robert De Simone has been employed at SANS Institute since 2019, serving as an Enterprise Account Executive focused on Managing Human Risk. In this role, he operates in the Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area. His responsibilities include offering phishing simulation and assessments, which are integral to his program services. De Simone emphasizes the importance of the human element in security, aiming to help organizations cultivate a robust security culture.
Education and Expertise
Robert De Simone holds a Master's degree in Opera/Music Theater from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, where he studied from 1990 to 1999. Prior to that, he earned a Bachelor's degree in Music from Murray State University, studying from 1984 to 1990. His educational background in music complements his current focus on human risk management in cybersecurity, where he provides specialized training content aimed at reducing breaches caused by human error.
Background
Before joining SANS Institute, Robert De Simone worked at Perfecto Mobile as a Regional Sales Manager for Mobile User Experience Testing and Monitoring from 2014 to 2015. He also has experience as a field technician at ATC Associates from 1996 to 1999. His diverse background in sales and technical roles has contributed to his understanding of the human factors in security.
Achievements
In his current role at SANS Institute, Robert De Simone has developed programs that focus on the human element in cybersecurity. He provides phishing simulations and assessments, which are designed to enhance security awareness among employees. His efforts aim to reduce the risk of security breaches that can occur due to human error, thereby contributing to a stronger security culture within organizations.