Robert Kirtley
About Robert Kirtley
Robert Kirtley is an experienced instructor and cybersecurity expert, currently serving on the Board of Directors at ComplianceHR and as a Director of Cyber Security at iDiscovery Solutions. He has held various leadership roles in information security and management consulting across multiple organizations since the 1980s.
Work at SANS Institute
Robert Kirtley has been an instructor at SANS Institute since 2015. He teaches courses focused on cybersecurity, contributing to the organization's reputation as a leading source for information security training and certification. His role involves educating professionals in the field and enhancing their skills in cybersecurity practices.
Current Positions and Roles
Robert Kirtley currently holds multiple positions. He serves as a member of the Board of Directors at ComplianceHR since 2015. He is the Director of Cyber Security at iDiscovery Solutions, a role he has held since 2019. Additionally, he works as an Executive Security Adviser at Virtuelle Group since 2018. His experience spans various geographical areas, including Greater New York City, Greater Chicago, and Sydney, Australia.
Previous Work Experience
Robert Kirtley has held several significant positions throughout his career. He worked at Kraft & Kennedy, Inc. as Practice Leader in the Management Consulting Group and Information Security & Governance from 2014 to 2016. He also served as Industry Manager for Technology and Cybersecurity at ONEtoONE Corporate Finance from 2016 to 2019. His earlier roles include Managing Director at Duff & Phelps from 2004 to 2014 and Partner at Deloitte Consulting from 1992 to 2004.
Education and Expertise
Robert Kirtley earned a Bachelor of Science in Business/Finance from the University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management, completing his studies from 1981 to 1986. He later obtained an MBA in Finance and Strategy from The Wharton School, studying from 1990 to 1992. His educational background supports his expertise in cybersecurity, information security governance, and management consulting.
Achievements in Cybersecurity and Consulting
Throughout his career, Robert Kirtley has established several practices in the field of cybersecurity and management consulting. He established the Information Security, Governance, and Computer Forensics practices at Kraft Kennedy. At Duff & Phelps, he started and built the Legal Management Consulting practice, focusing on corporate, government, and law firm clients. He has also created the Strategic Legal Solutions practice at Deloitte, serving attorneys with strategy, operations, and technology services.